How to use your precious Energy 🤔

[#1]

Hello Upwork Community!
Nowadays, Freelancing is becoming main source of income for almost everybody specially with the new skills arrving in the Market. You just can't sit back after making a big impact in the start and then can sit an enjoy. Giving your platform time as well as client(Meetings and Giving him quality work) and learning new things is all necessary to stay in the competition. You have to 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐮𝐧 to stay in competiton for longer run. Giving these thing time daily needs alot of energy and it's human nature that after sometime, you started feeling left behind and feels that you 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧'𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝!

How to counter this?
𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫:-
->Fix working hours in the day is necessary so we can manage work as well as all other different thing!
->Planning the day accordingly is compulsory
->(𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲)Spend this energy in executing the tasks so client get their value for money and comes back to you again
->(𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦)Spend this energy looking for newer clients and pitching to old clients or meeting and stuff
->(𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲)Spend this energy learning new things in the end of the day, Look to give it low priority but keep it's tracking so you don't fall away from competition.

In this manner, we can run a long time plan and can focus on our healths as well as other activities and our work will be upto the mark!
I used to just wakeup and starting working without any planning and that was causing me to get tired again and again so i made a daily work routine roaster for myself that i also have attached below and that helped me in saving alot of time and energy and i started playing big!
Hopefully i gave you valuable advice here,
feel free to have one to one conversation

[#2]

Hi, Eden. Great advice. Thank you

[#3]

Hi Eden. I love how you've broken down energy management—it’s such a crucial aspect of freelancing that a lot of people overlook. One thing I’d add is that sometimes, it’s less about managing energy and more about recognizing the quality of energy we’re using.

For example, even if we have “high energy,” if it’s scattered or distracted, it won’t be as productive. I’ve found that when I’m really intentional about focusing during those high-energy moments (like using time-blocking or minimizing distractions), I get more done in less time.

Also, sometimes “low energy” periods are perfect for tasks that still require creativity, like brainstorming new ideas or doing light research—things that don’t feel as taxing but still move the needle forward.

How do you handle days when your energy is low all day long? Would love to hear how you adjust!

[#4]

Yeah you are right, High energy requires focus too. I go through low energy time frequently and what i obeserved is that, I usally don't take off's and even when i take off's, I just spend my whole day on the bed scorlling here and there watching some funny content but that is not what keeps my mind fresh and myself motivated. So I started playing some physical games. Sitting on the chair whole week and than playing games like Soccer and cricket removes alot of cloats from my body and improve my blood flow. Also fruits play a vital role in bring the positive energy. Keep fruit Salad as you one time meal in the day you complete your nutrients. So these are the ways i counter my low energy, What you do in this suitation!

[#5]

That’s awesome—you’ve really hit the nail on the head with physical activity. I agree, sometimes just scrolling or watching content doesn’t really refresh the mind, it kind of just keeps you in that low-energy zone. Soccer and cricket sound like a great way to get moving!

For me, I try to get outside, even if it’s just a walk around the neighborhood. Something about fresh air and a change of scenery clears the mental fog. I also find that taking short, intentional breaks throughout the day (instead of pushing through) keeps my energy more balanced.

And I’m with you on the fruit salad! It’s a game changer—keeps me feeling light and energized. I’ll definitely keep the physical games in mind, though, because I think that might be the missing piece on some of my low-energy days.

Thanks for the great tips!

[#6]

Badminton is also a type of game which open's your body. Walking is a great way to keep yourself young. Try to meet different people with different thinking so you can understand what they want...Everyone has their own perspectives and different eye to look onto an issue, but they are not wrong(most of the time)... I also love playing chess in my free time as it helps me building strategy for utilizing my accest for the future run

[#7]

Badminton’s a great suggestion—definitely an underrated way to stay active and sharp! I love how you brought up meeting different people too. It’s so true that gaining different perspectives really helps not just with problem-solving, but also with staying open-minded in both work and life.

And chess—yes! It’s such a great mental workout, especially for building strategy and thinking a few steps ahead, which totally applies to freelancing. I might have to start incorporating a game or two into my routine!

Curious—how do you balance physical activities like badminton and more mental games like chess with your freelancing workload? Do you have a set routine for them?

[#8]

My day is 10-12 hours long, with work time of 8 hours and 1 hour for food and coffee, 2 hours in different times for sports and 1 hour for spending time with different personalities. Chess iss usally my bedtime activity!

[#9]

This is such a helpful breakdown! I completely agree with having different energy levels throughout the day and using them wisely. It’s so easy to burn out if you don’t plan your day. Do you have any specific techniques for boosting energy when you're feeling low?

[#10]

Diet and Athleticism is the key. Play sports like badminton who make you move alot or if football, then try to apply tricks like dibbling and stuff that will make you sweat! Sweating is the key to keep yourself active as winter is arriving, Sports is so neccesary because your body need clean water daily and usually in winter, We even spend 24 hours without water. So sports is the key as well as food salad(To fulfill nutrients) for the healthy life and longer run.