3 Easy Tips for More Energy

If you’re feeling run down, sluggish, or low on energy, you’re not alone. Many people—especially busy believers—struggle to balance their responsibilities while keeping their health strong. The good news? A few simple lifestyle changes can make a huge difference in your energy levels and overall well-being.

These three tips are not an exhaustive list, but they are powerful starting points. In fact, my wife Paula used these very principles (and more) to help her body heal from aggressive terminal cancer more than 20 years ago. If you’re ready to boost your God-given immune system and strengthen your energy, start with these:

1. Prioritize Rest

Adequate rest is absolutely essential for your health. When you sleep, your body repairs, restores, and recharges. God designed our bodies with a natural rhythm called the circadian cycle—day and night, light and dark. When we ignore this rhythm (like staying up all night and sleeping during the day), it can disrupt hormone production, weaken the immune system, and increase stress.

One of the biggest breakthroughs Paula experienced was learning to let her body truly rest. She stopped setting an alarm clock and allowed herself to wake naturally. For years, she had deprived her body of rest. When she finally caught up, her healing accelerated.

If possible, aim to get to bed earlier, eliminate stimulants like caffeine and sugar, and give your body the time it truly needs to rest.

2. Breathe in More Oxygen

Oxygen is life. Your cells need it to stay healthy, and without enough oxygen, they become more vulnerable to disease. Simple habits can dramatically improve your oxygen levels:

• Exercise regularly: Walking, swimming, or aerobics all help bring more oxygen into your bloodstream.

• Practice deep breathing: Several times a day, stop and take long, slow, deep breaths. This calms the body and oxygenates your blood.

• Get fresh air: Open a window when possible, spend time outdoors, and avoid environments with poor air circulation.

Even your prayer time can be an opportunity to slow down and breathe deeply. As you fill your lungs with fresh air, you’re also refreshing your spirit.

3. Reduce Stress

Stress is often called the “invisible killer” because of how much damage it does to the body. Chronic stress weakens the immune system, decreases oxygen in the blood, and triggers toxic stress hormones that can feed disease.

Some of the biggest sources of stress include lack of sleep, unhealthy relationships, financial pressures, and even toxic food or environments. The first step is recognizing where stress is coming from in your life—then making intentional choices to reduce it.

For Paula, this meant stepping away from her job while she healed. Although it brought financial challenges, it was a crucial decision for her long-term health. Sometimes you have to choose between what is urgent and what is truly important.

A Final Word of Encouragement

God cares deeply about your health. His Word says:

Remember, your health is a gift, and taking small steps toward better rest, more oxygen, and less stress can help you live with the energy and vitality God intends for you.

With God, nothing is impossible!

Paula Black