HOW YOU CAN BOOST YOUR ENERGY AND BE READY FOR ANYTHING PUTAPAUSEONMORNINGFATIGUE
You get up in the morning and reach for your first cup of coffee. Before you know it, you’re on your second cup and then third. With every cup, you’re hoping for a burst of energy so you can get things done. Sometimes you find the energy, and sometimes you don’t. If you’re looking for a surefire way to gain energy in the morning and throughout the day, here are three tricks that can help. Watch a cat video. When you start feeling the urge to take a nap but still have the rest of the day ahead, jump on YouTube and search for a few cat videos to take a 10-minute “brain break.” You might be asking, “How will cat videos keep me awake?” It all comes down to how the brain works. Cute animal videos are practically impossible to resist, and there’s a good reason why. When we watch them, our brains release oxytocin, a feel-good hormone. It’s the same one that is released when we spend time with our favorite furry companion. When oxytocin is released in the brain, levels of the stress hormone cortisol are reduced. Cat videos (and puppy ones, too) boost your mood and energy, helping alleviate that pesky tired feeling. Shine on. When you’re stuck inside all day, the cure for your low energy may be sitting 93 million miles away. Natural sunlight has been found to increase alertness and wakefulness. Thankfully, you don’t have to travel far to take advantage of the sun’s energy-boosting properties. Are you tired of watching perfect summer days pass your office by from the wrong side of the window? Instead of leaving work to enjoy the weather, bring your company outside! A company picnic is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the warm weather and foster team camaraderie through awards, team-building exercises and, of course, good food. Putting on a slam-bang company picnic is no easy feat, but if you start with these three fundamentals, you’ll be well on your way to pulling off an event the whole company will remember for years to come. Picnic Theme The first step to organizing a company picnic is to choose a theme your employees will be excited about. From a Hawaiian luau to a country and western barbecue, the possibilities are endless. To generate more hype at the office, you can hand out fun invitations that go along with the theme, like lei necklaces or custom sunglasses. At the actual picnic, the theme should influence your setup, team-building exercises, activities, and food and drink. Picnic Location Large public parks can easily accommodate big groups, but if you’re in a pinch, you can also use your company campus. If you have enough in your budget, you can rent a venue nearby that works with your theme. Make sure
Bright light triggers the release of orexin, a neuropeptide, which helps control the feeling of being awake. All you have to do is take a brief walk in the sun, and you’ll be feeling refreshed and energized. Hydrate. One of the best things you can do for your body and energy level right this second is drink a glass of water. When you’re dehydrated, your body becomes stressed. This stress leads to fatigue and confusion. The more dehydrated you get, the worse the symptoms grow. Even minor dehydration can have a profound impact on our ability to focus. When you start to feel your attention drifting and have a hard time keeping your eyes open, reach for a glass of water. Accept no substitutes, and be sure to keep it nearby at all times.
TAKEADVANTAGEOF THE SUMMER AND HOST A GREAT COMPANY PICNIC
your location has enough seating for everyone and keep track of the weather reports for that day if you’re grilling outside. Picnic Food/Drink Let’s not forget the most important part of a good company picnic — the food! First, you need to consider what type of picnic will go best with your theme. Will this picnic be a potluck, or will the food be catered? Will alcohol be allowed at the picnic? If so, will the company provide it, or will it be BYOB? When in doubt, just choose the realistic option for your budget, and remember to stick with your theme. Ultimately, the purpose of your company picnic is to give your employees opportunities to bond outside the office and celebrate one another through awards and team building. Follow the above tips and your company picnic will go off without a hitch!
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