STRUGGLING TO STAY POSITIVE? TRY THESE MINDSET TIPS FROM OUR RESIDENT OPTIMIST
As you might have noticed, Michael King is a pretty positive guy. No matter what challenge our company is facing, he’s always ready to tackle it head-on. That optimism doesn’t come naturally, though. It’s actually a mindset he’s cultivated over time. Since we’re all struggling with the pandemic blues these days, Michael agreed to share a few of his top tips for positivity with you! Tip No. 1: Move your body. (Michael’s Secret: The Peloton) Studies have linked exercise to a whole host of mental health benefits. Getting your heart rate up can improve your self-esteem; reduce anxiety, depression, and negativity; and sharpen your
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focus. If you’ve let your physical fitness slide during the pandemic, consider this your reminder to get back on the bandwagon — or, if you’re like Michael, the exercise bike. “I’m a huge advocate of riding the Peloton,” Michael says. “It’s been instrumental in maintaining my positive focus. In addition to biking, the Peloton app includes a lot of other guided exercises like cardio, strength training, yoga, and meditation.”
Start sweating, and you’ll see the effects in the mirror and your company’s bottom line.
Tip No. 2: Get high-quality sleep. (Michael’s Secret: The Oura Ring)
Like exercise, sleep has an insane number of mental upsides. According to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), getting 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night “can heavily influence your outlook on life, energy level, motivation, and emotions.” Lack of sleep also has a strong correlation with clinical depression and anxiety, so it’s vital to avoid sleep deprivation. If you’re having trouble sleeping, technology can come to the rescue. Michael is a huge fan of the Oura Ring, a smart sleep tracker that looks like a simple piece of jewelry. “Having good rest is incredibly important to performing at a high level,” Michael says. “The Oura Ring helps me calibrate my sleep and know how rested I am. Amazingly, one West Virginia University study has even found that the rings can detect symptoms related to COVID-19 before they appear with 90% accuracy.” For more positivity tips we can get behind, head to Entrepreneur.com and check out the article “Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking to Grow Your Business.” 3 206-437-0529
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