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This Changes How You Work Forever
You’ve been solving the wrong problem...
Justin Mecham
May 28, 2025
Hey Full Potential Zoners!
Your calendar isn’t the problem— your energy is.
Most people think burnout comes from doing too much.
But it’s not just about your workload.
It’s about the energy behind it.
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Real productivity isn’t just about hours worked.
It’s about having the right energy for the right moments.
Pay attention to what drains you.
Protect the sources that fuel you.
Today we are going to help leaders master this by using:
‘Balancing Your Energy'.
Let’s dive in!
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Real-Life Work Scenarios That Help You Balance Your Energy
1. The 3-Hour Brain Block
Scenario: You're spending too much time on one task and feel mentally stuck.
Energy You're Balancing: MENTAL ENERGY
Set a timer for 90 minutes of focused work.
After that, take a 15-minute break—walk, stretch, or step away from your screen.
Switch to a completely different task for a mental reset.
It gives your brain a reset and keeps your mind sharp instead of tired.
2. The Draining Coworker
Scenario: A colleague keeps venting or complaining, and it's exhausting.
Energy You're Balancing: SOCIAL ENERGY + EMOTIONAL ENERGY
Limit how long you're in those conversations—excuse yourself when needed.
Gently steer the talk toward solutions instead of spirals.
Reset after: take a short walk, listen to music, or switch tasks.
You're protecting your emotions and choosing who gets your time.
3. The ‘I Can Do It All’ Mindset
Scenario: You say yes to everything, even when it's too much.
Energy You're Balancing: EMOTIONAL ENERGY + MENTAL ENERGY
Respond with, “Let me check and get back to you” before saying yes.
Block focus time on your calendar to protect your brainpower.
Hand off one task this week that drains you—even a small one.
You keep your stress low and protect your time from overload.
4. The 2 PM Productivity Crash
Scenario: You hit a wall after lunch and can't focus.
Energy You're Balancing: PHYSICAL ENERGY + MENTAL ENERGY
Don’t push through. Pause for 5 minutes: stretch, move, or get sunlight.
Drink water or change locations for a fresh feel.
Do an easy task next—something low-pressure but still useful.
You reset your body and brain without burning out.
5. The ‘Why Am I Doing This?’ Feeling
Scenario: Work feels pointless, and your motivation is fading.
Energy You're Balancing: SPIRITUAL ENERGY
Write down one person your work helped this week.
Ask yourself, “What part of this job matters to me?”
Share a small win with your team—remind each other that it counts.
It reconnects you to meaning and gives purpose to your effort.
Daily Challenge
Think back to the one scenario that hit hardest for you:
Not enough focus?
Mental overload?
Draining coworker?
Losing purpose?
Pick just one you want to work on today.
Ask: “What’s one small thing I can do differently today to protect my energy in that moment?”
Write down just one action. Keep it small. Example ideas:
“I’ll walk away from my desk after a tough convo.”
“I’ll answer emails only at 11 AM and 3 PM.”
“I’ll take a 10-minute walk after my longest meeting.”
“I’ll block 30 mins of quiet focus before opening Slack.”
“I’ll pause and ask why this task really matters to me.”
Put your one action somewhere you’ll see it:
Sticky note
Phone alarm label
Desktop wallpaper
Calendar event title
Keep the reminder visible all day.
Before bed or after work, ask: “Did this shift make a difference in how I felt today?”
Write one line. Don’t worry if it didn’t fix everything—just notice the change.
AI Prompt: “You’re my energy coach. I want to protect my [insert type: mental, emotional, physical, social, or spiritual] energy today. The moment I struggle with most is: [insert moment]. What’s one simple change I can try today that could really help?”
You don’t need to do more.
You need to spend your energy better.
Most people feel tired because their energy is going to the wrong places.
You don’t need another productivity hack—you need space to breathe and think.
Real balance isn’t about getting everything done. It’s about doing what matters with the energy you have.
You won’t have unlimited energy tomorrow. Spend it wisely today.
The most powerful thing you can do is decide where your effort really belongs.
Until next time and with lots of love,
Justin
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