Channeling ones energy in a constructive way has become of huge interest for me with the work that I do. I have observed athletes and non-athletes alike waste massive amounts of energy directing their attention (energy) onto variables that have little, or even detrimental impacts on their daily performance. Once an individual directs their attention in an approach (“can do”) way, it breaks the cycle of avoidance (“can’t do” or playing the game of life not to lose). This “can do” mind set propels activity in productive ways that can have staggering enhancements in performance. Which brings me to my main point. The channeling or directing of one’s attention to a “can do” mind set is best executed through the wise use of time. When we allow our focus to drift off to thoughts about tomorrow, next week etc, we inadvertently weaken our focus and displace our energy by spreading ourselves to thin. In addition, we waste energy on abstract concerns that are not real. Meaning they exist in our minds hence they are not real. There are so many possible variations to what could happen beyond the current day, that even contemplating the possibilities is exhausting. When we focus our energy to the present our resources combine, creating a oneness that can be a very powerful tool. Achieving our goals and ultimately our dreams become a part of everyday life. Overcoming adversity becomes an almost (I hesitate to say this) enjoyable part of everyday life in stark contrast to looking at adversity as life destroying. In closing, the channeling of one’s energy is the key to higher performance.