Types of productivity – it’s all valid

Something I’m working on is recognising the ebbs and flows of my day. We can’t be high-energy all action and in our power all day. But we can still be productive all day. What I mean is recognising the ways we can be productive depending on our energy levels. Tuning in and tending to the needs of our bodies and minds depending on our energy, your power, and our time even. Because how much time you have or where you are will factor into what you can do, too.

Here are some ways to be productive and look after yourself depending on your energy levels:

Softer, low-energy productivity:

Yin Yoga/ Restorative yoga

Hatha yoga

Reading fiction or shorter/simpler books

Meditation

Walking

Light jogging

Dancing

Deep conversations

Journaling

Planning or plotting

Curious research

Blogging about personal things

Timed cleaning sessions

Harder, high-energy productivity:

Running

Strength training

Dance workout

Reading non-fiction or classics

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT workouts)

Writing sprints or marathons

Vinyasa yoga

Intense, specific research

Blogging about deeper or research-based topics

Cooking and meal prep

Chores

Budgeting and spreadsheets

Administrative duties

Sincerely,

S. xx