Every time, when we want to move forward in life, we set new
goals. Actually, some people go to the extent of reading books
on how to set achievable goals. However, today we won’t talk
about how to achieve your ambitions. We will discuss something
different- keeping your brain happy so as to accomplish your
tasks and goals.
Your brain can kill your drive or be your motivation. We all
know that it is the engine of life. Trying to work with a brain
that doesn’t want to cooperate will end up making you lag in
your development since we cannot get it in gear. This will make
your end results undesirable.
Just like other body parts, your brain can get tired. A
prolonged period of brain fatigue can result in poor thinking,
poor concentration, lack of creativity, and even cause
depression.
To keep your brain energized and happy, you have to keep it
refreshed. Here are 11 tips to keep your brain in good condition.
1. Alternate Tasks
It gets monotonous to work on a single project for long hours.
In fact, you will experience burnout. Therefore, instead of
working on a computer program for eight hours straight, why
don't you try concentrating on building your program for 2
hours, look for tips to improve it for about an hour, return
emails for an hour, and take a 5 minutes' walk before returning
to the main project. This way, your brain will stay refreshed
and in an alert state.
2. Avoid Multitasking When Handling Serious Projects
Yes, you can listen to music while you are doing the dishes, but
that is because this does not require your full attention. When
handling something important such as working on your project or
learning a new skill, avoid distractive activities such as
checking emails or checking the score of a game.
By giving your main project your full concentration, you will
accomplish more in less time, and you will do it to the best of
your ability.
3. Alternate Between Standing and Sitting
If it’s possible, get one of those standing desks to help you
alternate between standing and sitting. By alternating between
the two, your brain will work better and be more alert.
4. Take Quick Breaks
Taking 2-3 minutes break after working for 20 minutes straight
will make you productive and keep your brain alert and
energized. The best thing would be to ensure that you engage in
,doing something physical during those short breaks such as
doing sit-ups, deep knee bends, or push-ups.
5. Relax For 10 Minutes after Two Hours of Serious Work
Taking 10 minutes off to walk around, meditate or solve a puzzle
will keep your brain refreshed and happy. You will get time to
relax as well, which is good for your brain.
6. Be Active When Your Brain Is Fresh
Everyone has their circadian rhythm. Some people are more alert
and active in the morning hours, others are nocturnal while many
fall in between. Know your most productive time of day and
schedule to work on important and intense work at that time.
7. Engage Your Senses
Your senses need to be active if your brain is to function
optimally. Therefore, use some orange oil or peppermint oil to
wake you up. Arrange your workplace to make it attractive. You
can even place thought-provoking art on your tabletop. Use
colored pens and papers.
You can also keep a worry stone or an object you like to hold
for tactile stimulation when you are trying to figure out a
problem. You can also have a pressure ball to help you relieve
tension when you are stressed. All these tips will help you stay
alert and become more productive.
8. Work Less, and Have More Free Time to Rest
If you are working 100 hours a week, then you might not be doing
your best. Half of those hours you spend overworking aren’t
productive at all. You might appear busy but find out that you
really haven’t done much. Most of the time is wasted on
distractions such as checking emails, social media, watching the
news, etc. By working intensely in your productive hours and
resting in your less productive hours you will accomplish more
and still have fun.
You can focus on doing your tasks as quickly as possible and
then leave your office or your computer to do something
unrelated to work. While you are out having fun, your brain will
get rejuvenated. One way you will benefit from this free time is
that your brain becomes more creative and you become a better
problem solver when it gets periods of relaxation, rest, and
diversions from work.
9. Feed Your Brain
Your brain needs to get essential nutrients for your mental
well-being. If you are eating a lot of junk food and processed
foods, you are depriving your brain essential nutrients.
To feed your brain, you need to eat fresh vegetables, fruits,
and fish. If you don’t believe this, try cutting all the junk
and processed foods that you eat for one week. Replace it with
plenty of fruits, vegetables, and fish oils, and see whether you
will notice any difference in the way your brain functions.
10. Take a Weekly Vacation
Yeah, you read that right - a weekly vacation! Going out once a
week will help you a lot in terms of being productive. You don’t
have to leave your city or state to go somewhere; you can go to
an event, take a dancing class, spend a day in the woods, walk
around downtown, etc.
If the weather is terrible or you don’t want to leave your
house, grab a magazine that has a lot of photographs or travel
shots in it and sit on your balcony. Transport your mind to
those exotic and beautiful places that you see in the photos. In
terms of refreshing your brain, it is as good as being there.
11. Conduct Exercises
I cannot wind up this topic without mentioning exercise. I'm
sure you already know the reason exercises are good for your
mental health. One of the biggest benefits of doing exercise is
that it keeps your brain alert - you think clearly and better. I
wouldn’t be surprised if scientists claim that people who
exercise have higher IQ scores than those who don’t, because we
already know that it improves memory and comprehension.
To Your Success,
Aaron Danker,
SuperSalesMachine
(Your online teacher)
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