Comments on: Is Today Giving You Energy…or Draining Your Energy?

By: Find Happiness At Work With The Help of a Coach | Work Happy Now!

Find Happiness At Work With The Help of a Coach | Work Happy Now! — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:43:27 +0000

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By: Sharon

Sharon — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 05:33:03 +0000

hey Michelle! just reading some back posts…yes, I love this one…I need to do more work on this with myself…there are so many “emotional vampires” out there that just zap us……and for so long, I thought I had to endure that….to “be nice”….not! Thanks for the lesson :) love you Sharon xoxo

By: Shelly

Shelly — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:02:55 +0000

Michelle, I needed to read your blog today. To forget about analyzing why you are drawn or not drawn in my opinion is the most important message here. There is definitely a reason your gut instinct is there and it is powerful.

Your blog made me look back. In hindsight my gut instinct has always been trying to tell me something even though at the time it seemed the wrong way to go. Right now my rational mind and gut are at odds with each other. After reading this I know which way I am going. Thank You.

By: Michelle @ Following Your Joy

Michelle @ Following Your Joy — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:47:23 +0000

Thank you to all for your heartfelt and insightful comments and thoughts! It seems that we can all feel a little more "normal" when someone else shares their struggles and how they deal with them. Thanks for that!

And welcome to our new readers as well–delighted to have you here. :)

By: Janice Kern

Janice Kern — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:45:34 +0000

It has taken good coaching to realize this about myself. What absolutely gives me energy is running. I leave the house and tell myself I am running away from everything. In a house of 4 little boys, one with autism, it is seriously tempting to actually run away but I always come back. And I come back as someone else. I have never come back crabby, lethargic, exhausted, drained, annoyed or half-empty. But I certainly have left the house that way a time or two.

By: Tony

Tony — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 20:37:13 +0000

Great post. It never ceases to amaze me how some people just make you buzz with energy, while others just drain you of energy. I love what you have to say, and the beauty and tranquility of the photo at the top of the page says it all.

By: Chris Edgar

Chris Edgar — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 20:24:30 +0000

Thanks for this. It seems so important to let go of what we believe is rational or "should" make us happy if we're actually seeking to enjoy life.

By: Pat Noren Enderson

Pat Noren Enderson — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 17:50:16 +0000

Michelle, again you hit the nail on the head. I am really noticing how this affects me in my new job compared to my last one where I was very unhappy. I've finally been given the trust and ability to do my work instead of being hindered by a micromanaging manager. Keep up the good work!

By: Jodi at Joy Discovered

Jodi at Joy Discovered — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 15:06:57 +0000

Hi Michelle!
I live this one to a "T" and it has revolutionized my life. It's what allows me to be present; I can show up and be all of myself with those I am around.

Unfortunately, there are still those situations and people that must be experienced, even when we know the negative energy results they normally yield. I like Megan's suggestions for covering our bottom 3 chakras and also for setting an intention for the experience beforehand. Very helpful!

Great post, Michelle!

By: Liv

Liv — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:18:14 +0000

Great reminders, Michelle! If anyone's interested in exploring this even deeper, two really good books on this are "Emotional Freedom" by Judith Orloff and "Your Destiny Swith" by Peggy McColl.