The following particularly made sense: "Remember that when you're efficient, you do the job right; when you are effective, you do the right job. ... Effectiveness has to come before efficiency." So, it's more important to focus our energies where it would be most effective; than, even to be efficient in what we are doing, especially if it's something not worth expending our energies on. I see this as being related to having the right priorities and wise stewardship.
Also, the book points out that there are Energy Drainers in our lives, as I've noticed from my own personal experience. For me, examples of these would be difficult challenges that I have to face, or very demanding people. And actually, being an introvert, having to spend time around a lot of people in social environments would also be considered another example of a drain on energy. Considering that Energy Drains are just a part of life and can likely not be totally avoided; then, it is important to take time out for Energy Boosters to "recharge our batteries". Examples of Energy Boosters, for me, would be listening to music, playing the piano, reading, watching movies, or having Quiet Time. Realizing this helps me to understand that I do need to take time out for Energy Boosting activities; so that my batteries can be recharged after they've been drained.
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