We’ve all heard the phrase “You have the same 24 hours in a day as Beyoncé.”
Cute idea, but let’s be honest, most of us aren’t working with a glam team, a nanny, and a personal chef.
More importantly: time isn’t the only thing that matters.
Because it’s not just about how much time you have, It’s about how you feel while you’re living it.
It creeps in slowly.
You're “just tired.”
You start skipping things that used to make you feel good, your workouts, meal prep, even catching up with friends.
You’re snappy, foggy, overwhelmed… and then you crash.
And in a world that celebrates hustle, it’s easy to think the answer is “just get more organised.”
But here's a better approach:
Instead of asking, “Do I have time for this?”
Try asking, “Do I have the energy for this?”
Because…
Know What Fills Your Cup
Make a list. Literally.
What makes you feel calm, grounded, strong, happy?
Then find small ways to sprinkle those things into your week.
Maybe it’s:
Notice What Drains You
Not everything that drains you can be avoided, but you can plan for recovery after.
Check In Before You Say Yes
Before committing, ask yourself:
Will this energise me or deplete me?
Is future me going to thank me for this… or dread it?
Give yourself permission to protect your energy the same way you’d protect your time.
You’re not lazy. You’re not unmotivated. You’re probably just tired and doing too much for too many people with too little left for yourself.
Managing your energy doesn’t mean doing less, it means doing what matters better.
And that’s where strength, consistency, and joy really live.
If you want help finding your spark again? Come see us at Ultra, where training fills your cup, not empties it.