What does energy mean to you as a founder? How do you know when you're running on full, and when you're running on empty? As founders, we often treat energy like it's infinite, something we can push through, sleep off, or caffeine our way out of. But here's what I've learned: energy isn't a resource you can just keep drawing from. It's a foundation. And if it cracks, everything else starts to shake. Here are three small practices that have helped me protect my energy, even on the busiest days: 1.⁠ ⁠Start your day with curiosity, not urgency. Instead of reaching for your phone first thing, take two minutes to check in with yourself. How are you really feeling? What do you need today? 2.⁠ ⁠⁠Be curious about your energy, start observing yourself. Keep a simple energy diary for a couple of weeks. Notice when you feel good, when you're in flow, and what gives you energy. Write it all down. Over time, you'll start to see patterns, and that awareness alone can help you protect what fuels you. 3.⁠ ⁠Treat rest as a strategic advantage Rest isn't something you earn after you burn out. It's part of the work. Schedule rest like you schedule meetings, and take it as seriously as you would a client call.

As you might know, we are running online Workshop Wednesday. I'm organizing an AI session for us on July 15th and I want YOU to pick the topic. Each one combines a real skill with something you actually walk out with. Please vote for the one you'd show up for. Thanks! 💛

It is lovely to meet you all. I am Kishani, though some call me Kish. I am from Sri Lanka and am the Co-Founder of FORM Magazine, which was conceptualised in mid-2025. We released our first print issue in December 2025, and we are about to release our third issue by the end of May this year! It has been quite a journey with my startup, and one full of experiences, both good and bad. After many moons, we are finding our grounding, and we are continuously learning. I hope to connect, assist and share with everyone else as well. When you have the time, I wanted to share that while we are print led, FORM has a digital presence on: Substack - https://formmagazine.substack.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/formmagazine Explore when you'll have time! I am excited to learn from everyone, as well as to help in some way! Looking forward to connecting, meeting virtually, and hopefully in person too!