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| My time and energy are my most priceless commodities. They are finite, sacred, and deserving of deep respect. I no longer give them away lightly, valuing every exchange and every interaction. And you should do – as research shows the best leaders measure their moments. In the past, I was quick to say ‘Yes’ without considering the consequences of every ‘yes’. I operated under the illusion that my time and energy were boundless. Every ‘yes’ is a ‘no’ to something else. And every ‘no’ is a ‘yes’ to something more aligned with my true purpose. With this understanding, I have become extremely discerning about who gets access to me, when, and how. This is not about exclusion rather about honoring my integrity and staying true to my divine mission. I am crystal clear about what it takes to live in alignment with my values and goals. A few afternoons ago, I took some time with my trusted friend to plan a few new adventures for the second half of 2024 and beyond. These aren’t just dates on a calendar; they are intentional experiences that resonate with my deepest values and aspirations. As I embrace this clarity, I urge you to remember that not everyone deserves full access to you. Guard your time and energy, for they are sacred. The world needs your brilliance, and it also needs you to be whole, fulfilled, and connected to what matters most in order for you to make the biggest difference you can make. ACTION: The Upside Challenge for this week is to make an audit of how you are investing these priceless commodities. Track your time closely for 3 days, noting exactly how you spend each hour. Include work, chores, entertainment, etc. Then, ask yourself: Which activities/people energized you? Which drained you? Allocate more time this week towards the energizing activities/people and say “no” to the asks that don’t value your time. With everything Upside,  Lisa Marie Platske President, Upside Thinking |
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