Energy giver + energy takers 

Identifying Your Energy Givers and Takers is necessary to be self-aware. Self-awareness starts with identifying your personal energy givers and takers in your life. What's taking your energy, and what's giving you energy? Start with paying attention to how you feel after spending time with certain people or engaging in specific activities. Ask yourself the tough questions to help you further understand what's going on with you. What activities make you feel most fulfilled and energized? What activities leave you feeling drained and exhausted? Who are the people in your life that uplift and inspire you, and who are the ones that drain you, according to Sage and Bloom? 


ENERGY GIVER 


Your energy is precious so giving energy needs to be more precious. When your energy leaves you feel inspired and recharged. It's necessary to do things that give you energy and satisfies you.


Examples of Energy Givers


a glass of water 
sunlight 
nourishing food 
exercise 
laughter 
cuddles with a pet 
self-care 
meditation 
visualization 
reading 
music 
fresh air 
friends + family 
creativity 
writing 
journaling 
sitting intentions 
A warm cup of coffee or tea
Movement
Stretching
Fresh air
Supportive friends and family
People you can be yourself with
People that make you feel happy
Boundary setting
Reading
A warm hug
Journaling
Working on your hobbies
Dancing
Massages
Volunteering
Deep breathing
Nutritious, wholesome food
Power naps
Good sleep habits
Trying and learning new things
Travelling
Dreams and goals that you are working towards
Practicing gratitude
Taking periodic vacations
Growth mindset




ENERGY TAKERS 

Draining your energy is hurting you more than you realize. 
People or things will constantly pull you down, or indulging in habits and activities that do not serve you leaves you with nothing. Takers steal your energy and leave you with nothing. 


Examples of Energy Takers 


overthinking 
screens + social media 
clutter 
dehydration 
an inconsistent sleep 
possibly certain foods & alcohol, depending 
people pleasing 
setting unrealistic goals 
unclear + sloppy boundaries 
negativity 
going-going -going without rest
Family members with persistent negative vibes or toxic behaviours
Social media accounts that trigger you 
People who make you feel inadequate
People who are always creating drama or chaos around you 
People who violate your boundaries
Not being clear about your boundaries
Psychoanalyzing every person, every conversation, every action
Constantly complaining
Repressing your emotions
Junk food
Binge-eating
Over-exercising
Poor sleep hygiene
Excessive screen time
Excessive stress
Excessive alcohol
Not taking a break
Perfectionism
Being passive aggressive
Resentment/anger/envy
Victim mindset