NOVEMBER 201919WAYS TO BOOST YOUR ENERGY AT WORKet's boldly re-energize your experience of work!Whether you work at a 9-to-5 job, run late night shifts, prefer early morning stints or even create your own flexible schedule as a freelancer or entrepreneur ­ let's get in some wellness hacks to rejuvenate your body and mind! These simple Mind-Body Shifts can induce happier moods, clear focus and pump up your stamina. This is the secret formula that yields deeper enjoyment and achievement from your work!1) Good Work Begins with Good Rest: Want to wake up calm, fresh, healthy and happy? Then get 7 to 8 hours of deep, undisturbed sleep! If you are waking up groggy or in a bad mood, it's quite likely that your sleeping patterns were disrupted. No human being can be expected to feel vibrant, energetic and healthy in body or mind ­ if he hasn't managed to get sufficient sleep! And no amount of coffee can make up for lost sleep. So a good work-day always begins with restful sleep. Lack of sleep will leave you cranky, irritable and tired. No genius performance can be expected from you on such a day! Switching off electronic devices at least 30 min before bed, setting up a pitch-dark room, drinking some warm milk or adaptogenic tea before bed, cozying up with a loved one after cutting out all distractions, meditating for a while etc. ­ are all strategies to prepare yourself for deep sleep.2) Get some `lemon-aid': Research says that drinking warm water with lemon and raw honey in the morning can boost your metabolism by 30%! This is a natural detoxifier and energy booster. Not just mornings, but you can grab this drink anytime during the day to refresh yourself. It alkalizes your body, fights harmful bacteria, cuts off inflammation (bye-bye body aches!) and refreshes your mind too!3) Look at the `Sunny' side: Hormonal imbalances equal fatigue. And exposure to sunlight can help regulate hormones. When your body is hormone-happy, your brain and nervous system react better to stress. You'll find that situations don't upset you so easily anymore. You literally look at the brighter side of things. So take a walk in fresh air and sunlight, or spend some time on the balcony ­ to rejuvenate both your body and mind!4) Don't skip meals: No matter how much work you have piled up, there's no place for anything else on your platter at meal-times other than good, nutritious food! There's nothing more powerful than a balanced meal - with protein, vegetables, fruits, nuts and whole grain carbohydrates ­ to prevent your energy levels from slumping. A hungry man is forever an angry man, since the stress-hormone cortisol is released by your body to combat hunger. Even if you've had a filling meal, your body may still remain hungry ­ for NUTRIENTS ­ vitamins and minerals. So ensure you get plenty of fruits and vegetables at each meal to keep you fresh, glowing and happy inside out! This also improves brain function ­ boosting work performance, creativity and better moods.5) Warmth provides comfort: The human body is biologically wired to co-relate `warmth' with safety and comfort. In this `comfort' mode, stress levels go down and work becomes joyful. If your workplace allows, grab a blanket or some extra cushions to place around your space for that feeling of relaxed ease. If not, you can always grab some hot beverages such as green tea, healthy chocolate milk (no sugar, use healthy sweeteners By Sindhujaa Kumar, MD (A.M) Holistic Wellness Expert | CEO ­ Energy Capital (A Corporate Wellness Initiative by Sai Sindhujaa Wellness Ventures)A vibrant thought-leader in women's health and holistic empowerment, Sindhujaa is a poignant speaker and writerLCXO INSIGHTS13Sindhujaa Kumar, MD
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