Did you know that napping during the day is not only an effective and refreshing alternative to caffeine, and that it can also protect your health and make you more productive?
A recent Greek study of 24,000 adults showed that people who napped several times a week had a lower risk of dying from heart disease, much lower levels of stress, and improved memory, cognitive function and mood.
But wait – dammit! We have no tradition of siestas in Australia, so what are we to do? Taking a snooze at your desk might get you fired. Can you slip home for lunch and have a quick kip while you’re there? Or what about suggesting to your boss and colleagues – in an invigorated way – that getting forty winks at work might be the next big productivity supercharger? Just because we don’t currently do it doesn’t mean…
Ok, fair enough, that might take decades to achieve, so what to do meanwhile?
There are LOTS of simple, effective, no – or low – cost ways to invigorate and most are also great for your health, your productivity AND for those around you.
Take a brisk walk. Wander outside and smell the roses. Breathe and streeeetch!
It’s about ‘time out time’, mindfulness, positive attitude, working on and not in, your business. The list goes on and it doesn’t have to be physical…
Add something fresh and colourful to your meal, say something nice to your fellow workers, smile and laugh, eat an apple (crunchy is so invigorating) work on a win-win solution to a disagreement you’ve had with someone you value, do something thoughtful for your spouse or children. Put on music you love and shimmy, sing or smooch – or all three. The possibilities are endless.
Don’t wait, invigorate and have an energised week.
Kim
