Try our quick and easy test to see what might be getting in the way of the changes you want to make Click here to print this out to try later.... What's Draining You? Put a mark by each point that is relevant to you right now. Relationships There are people in my life who continually drain my energy I have unreturned phone calls, e-mails or letters that need dealing with I have an unresolved conflict with a member of the family I lack quality relationships in my life I feel a void in my life created by a lack of a romantic partner There is someone I need to forgive There is a relationship that I need to end There is a 'phone call I dread making, which fills me with stress and anxiety I'm currently involved in a relationship that compromises my values I miss being part of a supportive and loving community I don't have quality time with my family People always rely on me I have more than my fair share of problems Environment My car is in need of cleaning/repair My wardrobe needs updating I'd like to live in a different geographic location I have appliances that need repair/upgrading My home is not decorated in a way that nurtures me My cupboards/garage/office is cluttered Repairs need to be done at home My home is cluttered and disorganised I miss having more beauty in my environment I watch too much TV Body, Mind, and Spirit I eat food that's not good for me I'm self-conscious about my appearance It's been too long since I saw my dentist I do not get the sleep I need to feel really rested I'd like to exercise regularly, but I never have the time I have a health concern that I am avoiding getting help with I have emotional needs that consistently go unmet There are books that I would love to read but never have the time I lack personal interests that are intellectually stimulating I lack a spiritual practice in my life I drink more than one caffeinated drink per day I abuse alcohol and/or drugs I engage in a fun activity less than twice a week Work I no longer enjoy my job, and have a hard time showing up each day I work more than 40 hours per week My work is stressful and leaves me exhausted at the end of the day My office is disorganised, my desk a mess, I have trouble finding what I need I am avoiding conflict or confrontation at work I tolerate bad behaviour from colleagues I am not computer literate, and it gets in the way of my productivity I lack proper office equipment to do my job My work doesn't allow me to express my creativity I know I need to delegate certain tasks, but I can't let go of control I feel overwhelmed with the amount of information, magazines etc. in my life I over promise my time and what I can accomplish Money I have taxes that are not paid or tax returns that are late in I pay my bills late I spend more than I earn I don't have a plan for my financial future I do not have a regular savings plan My credit rating is not as I would like I do not have adequate insurance cover My mortgage rate is too high and needs refinancing I have debts that need to be paid off My will isn't up to date How to score: For each point you ticked as relevant give yourself 2 points. Total up and deduct from 116. The figure remaining is the amount of energy you have left for what's really important to you. Can you feel the amount of mental energy tied up in these distractions? Are there any others? Review the list carefully and begin to focus on handling things that you have been putting off or putting up with. If you would like the help and support of a personal coach to work with you through this process please call us on 0845 845 0133