Generating Energy

There are many excuses we give ourselves for not seeing a project through to the end. Some are completely understandable. We live in a time where people seem to be faced with endless tasks, duties, and responsibilities.

Still, if there's something I've learned over the years as an actor it's that one of most common obstacles standing in the way of reaching important objectives is simply not having enough energy. I've began to appreciate the importance of generating that energy instead of simply hoping, or waiting around for it.

There's no substitute for rest, but there are many actions one can take to help themselves out. It begins with prioritizing physical health.

Whenever possible, take inventory of what you're eating, whether or not your exercising, stretching, taking a moment to pause after working for several hours, and though it may sound obvious, breathing -- really breathing.

You'd be amazed how just a few tiny adjustments will gradually compound and serve you and your important work.

It would be unfortunate for the world not to see you creative pursuits come to life simply because you didn't have the energy to see them through.

http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/8-health-tips-feeling-and-performing-your-best/