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Boost your productivity by managing your energy (not your time)
When we say "yes" to something we should have declined, we use energy on something that will drain us.
Learn to offer a polite and respectful "no" when it is necessary.
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Self-care essentially means tuning in to our true needs, and making them a priority, rather than neglecting them in favor of obligations or urgent (but not important) tasks.
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How we start our day is key to our daily lives.
Practicing gratitude, taking things light and easy, listening to soothing music, and cultivating a positive mindset is the start of self-care.
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are great ways to do some self-care that they don't require any extra time, like a spa therapy or a vacation.