Clapping Energizer
Materials Needed
Feeling
Bored
How to Do It
Stand up and start clapping your hands together rapidly, but with purpose. Vary the intensity and rhythm, perhaps even clapping along to an upbeat song. Focus on creating as much noise and energy as possible. After a minute, notice how the sound and physical activity have shifted your energy.
Why It Works
Clapping engages the whole body, stimulates circulation, and helps to shake off feelings of lethargy. The noise and movement can quickly boost your energy levels.
Guided Practice
Take a moment to find a comfortable standing or sitting position, and gently close your eyes. As you settle, bring your awareness to your breath, noticing its natural flow. Imagine your breath creating space within your body, inviting a sense of openness and readiness.
Continue breathing, letting each breath ease your body and calm your thoughts. Bring your hands together and start clapping, first softly, then gradually increasing the intensity and speed. Notice the sound of your claps and the sensation of your hands meeting. Feel the vibrations moving through your palms, up your arms, and into your chest.
Focus on the rhythm and energy created by the clapping. Feel the connection between your hands with each clap, the warmth generated by the repeated contact. Stay with these sensations, allowing them to fill your entire body. Notice any emotions that arise — perhaps a sense of excitement, a feeling of awakening, or a wave of joy. Allow these emotions to flow through your body, energizing you with each clap.
As you continue clapping, invite any familiar feelings or beliefs about energy and enthusiasm to arise. Perhaps there is a memory of a time when you felt energized or a belief about the power of movement and sound. Notice where these feelings and beliefs are located in your body — maybe a tingling in your hands, a warmth in your chest, or a sense of alertness in your mind. Stay with these experiences, letting them amplify your sense of vitality and connection.
When you feel ready, gradually slow your clapping, allowing your hands to rest by your sides or in your lap. Take a few deep breaths, feeling the energy still buzzing in your palms and arms. Notice how your body feels now — perhaps more awake, more alive, or simply more present. Gently open your eyes, carrying this sense of energy and enthusiasm with you into the next part of your day.