Phrases like "manage your time" and "do more with less" have become the buzzwords for the last few years. The idea is that if you can manage your time well, you'll be more productive in all areas of life. The only flaw in this thinking is that time is finite. You can manage time all you want and continually push yourself to get more done. But all this managing and pushing tires your brain, drains your spirit and disengages your soul. That's when mistakes occur and burnout ensues. The key is not to simply manage your time, but to manage your energy. Unlike time, energy is restorable. And when you manage your energy well, you'll have more energy for your priorities, whether they are personal or professional. If you don't manage your energy, you can't manage your time.
