Do you often find yourself
at the coffee machine at work? Is drinking five or more cups of coffee becoming
routine? Most people find it difficult to stay awake when they are bored,
whether it is sleep deprivation or exhaustion. But did you know there are other
ways to feel awake and stay energetic without reaching out for that caffeine?
Getting a good night sleep is one of the best solutions, however working as a
nurse entails a different set of rules.
Go
outside and walk
One of the best ways to stay
away is to get moving. Walking in the fresh air and enjoying some sunlight will
help your brain wake up. Changing the environment alerts the brain and it is
more likely to keep you awake. If for some reason you are not able to go out,
try moving near a window for fresh air. Moving out of your current surroundings
will also get you stay away from the computer screen, thus avoiding mental
fatigue.
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Listen
to your favorite music
According to researchers, it
has been found that people who listen to music while at work are able to
concentrate more easily on their work. Pumping up the volume will make you feel
more awake, and if you are working in close proximity to others, make sure to
use headphones. You need to carefully choose your songs as slow music can make
you sleepier. So choose an upbeat and peppy number that will keep you
energized.
Stay
in cool environment
Turning down the temperature
helps a person stay awake. Working in a hot and stuffy environment makes a
person feel sleepy and increases the urge to take a nap. However, a cool room
can make a person feel and stay awake. So, open all the windows and allow fresh
air to come in. If it is hot outside, turn on the fan or an air conditioner to
keep the room cool.
Breakfast
is healthy
Do you skip breakfast?
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and a healthy breakfast will
help you stay energetic. Choose a healthy breakfast such as eggs, fruit salad,
yogurt, and oatmeal. Avoiding sugar laden foods is important. If you find yourself
tired after some work, might indicate that either you need to look for a
healthy breakfast option, or you need to take a break and eat healthy snacks.
Boost
your metabolism
If you are feeling low on
energy, tired and want to take a nap, try to boost your metabolism. You can
indulge in different exercises like yoga asana that can easily be done in the
workplace. If you have been sitting for a long time, stand up and do some
stretching exercises. Go for a brisk walk outside during your lunch break or
walk some flights of stairs. You can even indulge in exercises while at home,
for instance chair- sits, push-ups, sit-ups and lunges.
Laughing
is the best medicine
If you are feeling exhausted
and want to reach out for a cup of coffee, why not try cracking some jokes? For
a variety of reasons, laughter is believed to be the best medicine. You can
stimulate yourself by engaging in a funny conversation or laughing out loud.
Talking fast and laughing also helps a person stay more energetic.
If you indulge in these
activities, you can easily stay awake without the help of caffeine. If you are
still feeling tired and exhausted, you may be experiencing burnout. If it's
possible, try taking a vacation to get rejuvenate.
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