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3 Tips to Have a Better Relationship With Your Body

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You only get one body. You’re born with it, and you’ll have it as long as you live. Of course, it will change in all kinds of ways throughout your life. You will change in height, weight, and muscle tone. Your hairstyle will fluctuate and your skin tone will vary throughout the year. But it will still be the same body you’ve always known.

What a bummer then, that so many people spend their lives unhappy with their bodies. Putting themselves down for not being the exact size and weight they’d like, and criticizing themselves for insignificant flaws like crooked teeth and pale skin.

A colossal 80% of people are unhappy with the way they look, which is an alarming statistic. You don’t walk down a crowded street and think that 80% of the people around you are unattractive. You see a range of diverse people who are all beautiful in their own unique way. And you are also! The problem is with how you see yourself. Low self-esteem and body confidence can make people of all ages and genders incredibly unhappy, and it often leads to more severe mental health concerns, like anxiety and depression. But no one should have to feel this way.

If you want to learn to love yourself in 2021, here are three ways to develop a better relationship with your body.

Get to know yourself

We live in an age of distraction, where you fill any gap in your schedule by picking up your phone and scrolling through social media. As a result, people spend less time in their own minds. Schedule time to get to know yourself by switching off technology and doing something just for you. It could be going for a long walk, taking a bath, or even engaging in some meditation. You will gain a new appreciation for who you are and will be less likely to put yourself down as a result.

Change your perspective

How much time do you spend criticizing other people’s appearance? Hopefully, the answer is very little. It’s important you remember that no one cares about the way you look as much as you do. To the people who love and care for you, it’s not your body mass index or complexion that matters, but your personality and character.

Engage in self-care

Learning to love your body is not about putting yourself through punishing workouts and consuming endless amounts of afterpay protein to look like a Men’s Health cover model. It’s about taking care of all aspects of your health, including your mental wellbeing. Scheduling some time for a spot of self-care is the most effective thing you can do for this. How you do it is up to you, but it could take the form of going for a massage, having a luxurious bubble bath with a glass of wine, or snuggling up in bed to watch a movie with a cup of tea and a hot water bottle. 

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Small Diet Changes That Make A Big Difference

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When it comes to your health, the little things can really add up make a big difference. If you think about a healthy diet, you might assume that you need to overhaul your whole diet and give yourself strict restrictions. In reality, you’re better off making small changes that you can maintain, rather than a drastic overhaul like going vegan if you don’t think you’re ready. 

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Keep the changes practical and sustainable so you can make them part of your everyday life. 

Eat Breakfast Every Day

It’s easier to maintain your energy throughout the day if you eat breakfast. If you don’t currently eat breakfast, start. A good, healthy breakfast could be something like a whole-wheat English muffin with peanut butter and sliced banana. This gives plenty of filling fiber and protein. It’s also easy to eat on the go and takes less than five minutes to prepare, so there’s no excuse if you’re pushed for time. Yogurt with fruit and granola, oatmeal, and eggs on whole-grain bread are all good picks too. 

Put Out A Fruit Bowl

Try to eat more fruits, vegetables, and healthy salads. Produce delivers a lot of nutrients, but not many calories. It’s also packed with fiber, which helps to fill you up. Don’t buy fruit, and shove it to the back of your vegetable drawer where you’ll forget about it. 

Instead, put your fruit and vegetables front and center in the fridge and out in your kitchen. Keep fruit that doesn’t need refrigerating on the counter in a fruit bowl, where you can always see them. You’ll be more likely to reach for them when you fancy a snack if they’re easy to grab. Wash and slice veggies like celery and peppers, and pack them into individual baggies, so they’re easy to grab from the fridge, for a quick, healthy treat. 

Don’t Eliminate Treats

Cutting out all your favorite treat foods can lead you to fail at your healthy-eating goals. A diet that has been drastically limited is not sustainable and can lead you to feel deprived, causing you to throw all your healthy-eating goals away. A small treat won’t ruin all your progress. Keep the treats small. Aim for about 150 calories or less, such as a couple of squares of dark chocolate, a half cup of ice cream, or a small glass of wine, and really savor it. This habit is easy for most of us to stick to. 

Use Smaller Plates

If you’re worried about your portion sizes, try using a smaller plate. Most of us will eat less if we use smaller dinnerware. The theory behind this is that the eye is tricked into thinking that we are eating more because our plate is full, making the food portion look larger. The result of this is that you feel more satisfied with less food. Try serving your meals on a salad plate instead of a large dinner plate, and see if you feel full with a smaller portion. 

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It’s Not So Simple! Staying Healthy as a Vegan

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The biggest misconception of going vegan is that it will automatically make you healthy. When you are extolling the virtues of a vegan lifestyle to others, you may find there is some push back, not just because of the “restrictive” nature of the diet, but if it is actually healthy. In one respect, vegans are consuming a lot more fruits and vegetables. But they also have to remember that there are key vitamins, minerals, and protein that they are only able to get from animals. And this is where you have to remember that there will be some aspects of your health that you need to keep up with.

Eating Good Fats

The very nature of a vegan diet is low fat. But remember that there are good fats that can benefit vegans in so many areas of their lives. For example, omega-3 oil is in abundance in olive oil. This is where a healthy drizzling of this on a vegan pizza can help to keep on top of this aspect. You can also incorporate seeds, such as sunflower seeds and chia seeds, to keep up your healthy fat intake. It is one of those areas that vegans forget about. However, it’s pretty easy to incorporate good fats. When you are making a healthy stir-fry, use coconut oil or algae oil. Eat avocados! And while there are many people that talk about fat being the enemy, this has long been debunked. 

Incorporating More Supplements

It is so important when you start on this diet that you check your nutrients and vitamins. There may be some in which you are severely lacking. A very common example is vitamin B12, which is found in abundance in meat. If you are looking to keep your health in check while going on a vegan diet you may have to incorporate more supplements into your life. You can very easily purchase vitamin supplements over-the-counter or online. But there are also certain nutrients that can add flavor to your food. For example, nutritional yeast is a very good supplement that will keep your vitamin B12 up, but doesn’t taste too dissimilar to parmesan cheese! This is a win if you are someone who has been long missing Italian dishes!

Keep Up Your Protein

We can lull ourselves into a false sense of satiety by eating until we are full. But if this plate is purely vegetables, we will be hungry in an hour’s time! Protein is the key. The more protein you have, the fuller you will feel, but protein’s also important because its the building blocks for strength and muscle. Keeping up your protein intake using the right protein sources is crucial. Quinoa is one of the best sources of protein for vegans and it is gluten-free. Seitan is also another form of protein that can bulk up dishes.

You have to remember that when going vegan, there will be some aspects of your health that can go downhill if you don’t pay attention to them. Follow these three approaches and you’ll be fine!

What are your secrets to being a healthy vegan?

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9 Things That Can Affect Your Mental Health

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Have you ever experienced or been affected by mental illness? If you are struggling or you know someone who is, you may find that it’s fairly overwhelming to see all of the treatment options in front of you. Before you can go for any treatment, you first need to know the things that are affecting your mental health. This can be just as stressful to figure out as anything else.

You cannot treat mental health issues with lifestyle changes alone. In fact, you should look at the right treatment options for your current mental health, and go from there. Your physical health can be a big factor in how good or bad your mental health is. For example, you can learn more about how your hearing affects your mental health and find that you are feeling isolated because you are struggling to hear. It’s important that you know what the issues are so you can improve things. Though changes to your lifestyle alone won’t work, you can still make lifestyle changes and bind them together with professional treatment. Below, we’ve put together a list of nine things that can affect your mental health.

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Lack of Exercise
You need to move to feel healthy, and if you stop moving properly, you will start to feel it and more than just in your body. Your mental health can suffer when you don’t get moving enough. Exercise brings you social options, the chance to burn a little adrenaline and the chance to focus on your weight. Exercise has been proven to be as effective as medication, and it can help you to reduce pain, too. There’s no magical amount of exercise you should be doing, but you should do enough to make your heart rate rise a little.

Smoking

Smoking is a common habit for those with mental health issues. Therapists would recommend smoking as a way to alleviate stress, but of course, we know that smoking affects your lungs and your blood vessels. Quitting smoking is a challenge, but the chance to focus on your health will improve your mental health. Quitting smoking will benefit your mental health in just a few short weeks. You’re not taking in those toxins anymore, and your moods will improve as you are not relying on the cigarettes to see you through.

Bad Diet

Food is not (by definition) medicine, and there are a range of foods that you might eat that make you feel awful. Unhealthy choices in excess can make you feel sluggish and fatigued. With the right minerals and vitamins in your food, you can boost your mood and your brain power (and use the good food as medicine!).

Poor Physical Health

Mind and body work together in sync. When your physical health is poor, your mental health suffers as a result. Some physical health conditions can affect your brain and this can lead to depression.

Loss of Hearing

Believe it or not, your hearing can affect your mental health. A lack of hearing can isolate you and affect you socially, and this is not what you want to worry about. Speaking to an audiologist can help you to assess your hearing health and you can feel a marked improvement in your mental health, too.

Lack Of Socializing

As with hearing issues, you will find your mental health suffers when you have no social time. Friendship can make a huge difference to your life, and the way in which you perceive the world around you is better when you have good friends surrounding you. If you have a busy social life, even just hobbies to get involved in around other people, your mental health will improve.

Abusive Relationships

Are you being gaslighted? Manipulated? Ignored? All of this behavior can affect your mental health, and you can see many studies that prove that healthy relationships help us to think better and be better. Toxic relationships can be devastating to your mental health.

Meditating

A positive one! Your mental health can be positively impacted when you meditate and have calmness in your life. Make sure that you are indulging in deep breathing regularly.

Great Sleep

Another positive one! A good night of sleep can make a big difference to your mental health. Sticking to a good sleeping routine can make all the difference to you, and it will mean you feel physically and mentally healthier!

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3 Steps To Take To Give Your Kids The Best Chance In Life

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The thing that we all want most in life is to give our kids the best possible chance. Sometimes circumstances mean that our kids are going to miss out on certain things, but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t do everything you can to ensure they have all the opportunities possible. However, it’s not the things that cost money that mean the most to kids, it’s the things that their parents do and say to them. It’s for this reason that if you want to give your kids the best chance in life, it starts with you. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you can do to give your kids the best possible chance, so keep reading if you would like to find out more!

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Encourage Them 

The first thing that we’re going to be looking at is being sure to encourage your kids. There is absolutely nothing worse than having parents who don’t encourage their kids to do whatever it is that they want to do (within reason, of course). From the time they are young, you should be teaching your children that no matter what the goal is, if they are willing to work hard and do everything in their power, they are going to be able to achieve it. You want to raise confident children who are sure of their choices and feel good about them. This is far better than children who feel like they have to question every single thought they have because it might not be the right one. 

It’s not difficult to ensure that your children know they can do whatever they want if they put their mind to it. As long as they’re willing to put in the effort, eventually, no matter how long it takes, they’ll be able to achieve the goals that they set for themselves. Keep reminding them of this when they get older, because it’s when they are in their teen years that they are going to need to hear this the most.

Get Them The Right Help

Another thing that you should always be doing is getting them the right help. If you know that your child needs some form of help, it is your job to get it for them. There are a number of things that they may need, from some kind of medical attention to speech therapy. It doesn’t matter what it is, if you want your kids to have the best chance, then you need to make sure that they are fully equipped for life. Now, you’re not always going to be thanked for this by your children when they are younger, but when they grow up they will see that you have only ever done what is best for them. Try to keep this in mind during the tantrums that are inevitably going to be thrown your way.

Support Their Decisions

This one is kind of like encouraging them, but it’s one step further. It’s one thing to tell your kids they can achieve anything, and an entirely other thing to support them when doing so. Even if they are doing things that you wouldn’t choose personally, you need to support them. Having the support of your parents is important to a lot of people, especially when you have a good relationship with your kids. We don’t want you to end up not speaking to them over a choice that they made that you refused to support.

Your kids are entitled to make their own choices about where they want their life to go. You have already chosen yours, and now you’ve got to let them make their own. Keep in mind that they are happy, even if you would’ve preferred they had done something else. It isn’t your life, but that doesn’t mean you can’t give your opinion, as long as you make it clear that you are still supporting them, no matter what they do or where they go.

We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now see some of the things that you can do to give your kids the best possible chance. It’s mostly about the mental/emotional than anything else, and doing everything you possibly can to give them what they need to succeed. Good luck, and we hope that your kids get everything that they want out of life!

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How To Take Care of Your Health When You Have A Busy Life

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When you’re a busy person, taking care of your health doesn’t always come easily. You have a plethora of other things to do, and your own health can be one of the first things to go out the window. But if you don’t look after yourself, you can find it more and more difficult to keep going. It’s essential to care for your health if you want to be able to maintain your busy life, whether you have work commitments, family to care for, or anything else. If you need to be able to fit self-care into a busy schedule, here’s how you can do it.

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Schedule Your Day

Making the best use of your time is one of the best ways that you can take care of yourself. You might have a busy schedule, but that doesn’t mean that you’re using your time as wisely as you could be. With some smart scheduling, you can make good use of the time that you have available and keep yourself healthy. For example, by scheduling regular exercise into your day, you can make sure that you get it done. Not only will it help you to stay fit, but it will also help you to balance your mood and mental health.

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Get Smart with Healthy Eating

When you’re busy, one of the first things that people often do is eat poorly. You start to eat more fast food and convenience food, eating at your desk or on the move, or whenever you can find a spare minute. This sort of thing isn’t sustainable for very long if you want to stay healthy. Fortunately, there are ways to enjoy a healthy diet AND save time. Meal prepping is one way that a lot of people make sure they always have healthy meals available to them. Meals that are quick to prepare can be useful, too.

Use a Virtual Health Service

If you’re busy, any health issues that come up can get pushed to the side. You might think that you’ll get around to addressing them eventually, but then you keep putting it off and nothing ever happens. If you find that it’s hard to make time for doctor’s appointments and other needs, a virtual health service like SPG Virtual Care can help you. You can speak to medical professionals using video calls, saving yourself a lot of time. Sometimes you don’t need to see a doctor in person, especially for an initial consultation.

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Allow Time to Rest

Even when you’re busy, it’s important to get plenty of rest. You might have a lot to do, but there are times when you need to take a break. It’s important to get rest, and not just every few weeks or months, but every day. You need time to yourself to enjoy hobbies, spend time with the people you love, and even sometimes just sit and do nothing.

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Your busy life shouldn’t stop you from being healthy! You can stay on top of your health by making time for yourself.

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Five Changes To Make To Improve Your Health

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If anything, life is too short, and it’s essential that we’re making the most out of what we have available to us. Who knows how much time we really have, and if there are ways to help extend our life, then it’s important to do it. Here are five changes to make to improve your health and hopefully, help you to live longer!

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Try To Improve Fitness Levels

It’s important to do what you can in order to improve your fitness levels. There are certain things that you can do to help encourage a healthier lifestyle and for many, finding the right sport or activity is what can help you love fitness and working out more. For those who don’t enjoy it, it might simply be that you’ve not found the right type of fitness that you enjoy. There’s no denying that there’s lots of options out there to choose from and so it’s worth doing what you can to trial out different fitness and activities to see what you like. Improving your fitness levels can certainly contribute to your health because it improves the body’s strength and keeps the organs nice and healthy, too.

Ideally, you should be working out at least once or twice a week, and if possible, exercising for over 20 minutes per day. The best advice to offer when it comes to improving your fitness is to build it up slowly. It’s a marathon, not a sprint so take your time. Build up to what you feel comfortable doing and then slowly go up in how much you work out each week until it’s at a level that you can sustain.

Get The Health Checks You Need

Health checks are good for spotting things early and there are lots of different diseases and illnesses out there that can do harm to our body. However, getting yourself into a doctor’s room is a lot easier said than done. For many of us, we tend to prioritize other things like our jobs before our health and it can be the same for putting others before ourselves. It’s essential that you break this bad habit and listen to your body when something seems off. Trust your gut and don’t allow life to get in the way and to stop you from getting it checked.

Health checks should be an annual check-up with your doctor, seeing a dentist, getting your eyes checked and your hearing looked at. You can learn more about these checks and how they can benefit you by going online. You also have the opportunity to get other health checks as you get older, and this should certainly be taken advantage of.

Be Sure To Get Plenty Of Sleep

It’s important to get plenty of sleep because sleep is what helps repair the body. Try to get as much sleep as you can as and when you can get it. The ideal amount is around seven to nine hours a night and if you’re not getting that, then you’re likely going to do yourself some damage later down the line. If you struggle to sleep, then there’s plenty of help and guidance out there to approach the way you’re sleeping. It might be that you try blackout blinds or perhaps you look at getting an eye mask if blackout blinds aren’t possible.

Eat With Moderation In Mind

It’s always good to eat in moderation rather than to simply focus on what you can and cannot eat. Everyone needs to indulge every so often and perhaps eat the stuff that’s not as good for you. Moderation is the thing you want to focus on when it comes to looking after your body. It’s important to watch what you’re eating and when you’re trying to gain weight, lose weight or maintain, moderation can help you do this because it’s all about the calories. 

Everyone’s a little different when it comes to eating and due to our genetics and bodily functions, it’s good to follow your own guidance on what calories you should be having. It’s important to enjoy your food, so don’t be strict on what you can and cannot eat. It is the size and amount that really matters.

Quit Any Bad Habits

And finally, try to quit any bad habits that you have (smoking cigarettes, drinking excess alcohol, consuming soda, etc). These bad habits can contribute to ill health, so it’s good to get rid of them where possible.

Changes that you make to your health can certainly help to live longer in the future. I hope you use these tips to help improve your health!

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4 Possible Causes of Your Shortness of Breath And When You Should Worry

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Shortness of breath can be caused by many things, and it’s one of those symptoms that should never be ignored. Shortness of breath could be a sign of a serious health problem. 

It’s perfectly normal to feel out of breath after exercising, but if you feel like it’s hard to draw a full breath normally, that is a cause for concern. Many people also experience a tightness in the chest, or a feeling that they need to breathe more quickly because they are not getting enough oxygen. You might notice this all of the time, at random intervals, or after moderate exertion (walking up the stairs, for example). 

It can be scary if you experience shortness of breath; you might assume that there is something seriously wrong with you. In some cases, your symptoms could be caused by a serious condition. However, there may also be a simpler explanation, so there’s no need to panic. If the symptoms persist, it’s best to see a doctor. You should also consider your lifestyle and see whether you can identify any potential causes. These are some of the most common reasons why people experience shortness of breath:

Anxiety 

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Most people assume that their shortness of breath is a physical problem but, in many cases, it is mental. People that suffer from anxiety often find it difficult to breathe and this can develop into a panic attack. Depending on the severity of your anxiety, you may experience occasional tightness in your chest or you may have regular panic attacks and feel as though you can barely breathe at all. 

If you are aware that you have an issue with anxiety and you notice that your shortness of breath is triggered by stressful, anxiety inducing situations. It’s important that you find ways to manage it. You can speak to your doctor about managing the underlying anxiety issues, but there are also ways to manage shortness of breath. Simple deep breathing exercises can help to slow your breathing and encourage you to take long, deep breaths instead of short, sharp ones. Start by breathing in for 4 seconds and then exhale for 4 seconds. Whenever you feel a tightening in your chest and you think that your anxiety is starting to affect your breathing, take a few minutes to try these simple breathing exercises and you will notice a big difference. 

Asthma 

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A lot of people think that asthma is something that you get as a child, so they don’t consider that it could be the reason for their shortness of breath. However, it is possible to develop it in later life, and the symptoms will be worsened by things like exercise, allergens, or air pollution. If you notice that your breathing is getting worse over time, it’s worth speaking to your doctor and asking about the possibility of having asthma. You can easily manage the problem with asthma inhalers, so it shouldn’t have an impact on your lifestyle. You will still be able to exercise and get out and about, you just need to make sure that you have an inhaler with you to manage your shortness of breath. 

Allergies 

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Allergies are another common cause of shortness of breath that adults don’t consider. Many people are born with allergies and live with them for their entire lives. But, they can develop in later life just as they can disappear as you get older. So, just because you have never had allergies before, that doesn’t mean that you can rule it out as a cause of your shortness of breath. 

There are a number of common allergens that can cause shortness of breath, like pollen, dust mites, chemicals or smoke. Many people with food allergies also have trouble breathing because their throat closes up slightly when they have a mild reaction. People that have a severe allergy will find that they are unable to breathe at all, but if your allergy is only mild, the symptoms may present themselves as a shortness of breath and tightening in the chest. 

If you think that you may have an allergy, look out for some other symptoms, like itchiness and rashes. It’s also a good idea to keep a food diary and see whether your shortness of breath coincides with eating certain foods. Your doctor will be able to carry out an allergy test to confirm whether you are allergic to anything. You can then avoid certain foods and, if you have a pollen allergy, take antihistamines to prevent shortness of breath and other symptoms. 

Weight Gain 

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It’s no secret that weight gain can damage your health in a lot of different ways. However, many people don’t realize that there may be a link between their weight and their shortness of breath. When you are overweight, your heart and lungs have to work harder because you are carrying a lot of extra weight. Excess fat around the neck and chest area can also put more pressure on the lungs. 

Lack of exercise is another common contributor to breathlessness. However, if you take regular exercise, you improve your heart and lung health and you should notice an improvement in your breathing. If you are carrying excess weight and you want to start exercising more, it’s important that you take it slow to start with. Gradually increase your activity levels and you should notice a big improvement in your lung capacity. 

Should You Be Worried About Shortness Of Breath?

These are some of the most common causes of shortness of breath and, in most cases, they can be dealt with. However, shortness of breath can be an indication of more serious issues like lung disease or heart disease, for example. So, it is important that you seek the advice of a doctor right away and don’t neglect the symptoms. 

There is no need to panic because, in most cases, there will be a simple explanation. However, it’s not worth taking the chance, so book an appointment with your doctor right away.  

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How To Start Each Day With A Clear Head

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Do you get up in the morning feeling fuzzy, dizzy, and disoriented? Maybe it takes you a while to perk up, and it’s only once the day is over you begin to feel alive? Many people find themselves in this predicament, and there are a few reasons for it. Ruling out any medical diagnosis is of course, important. However, this could be down to your routines more than anything. Read on for some advice that will allow you to start each day with a clear head: 

Focus On Getting Into A Consistent Bedtime Routine 

Start by making sure you’re getting enough sleep. This often means making sure you’re going to bed at the same time each night, and getting up at the same time each morning. Too much variation in your bedtime routine can disrupt your sleeping patterns and make it really hard for you to get the sleep you need. It’s wise to aim for 8 hours or more. Anything less than 6-7 and you will likely suffer and have to make up for the sleep deprivation on the weekend, which will throw you out of your routine again. Consistency each day is a must. 

Steer Clear Of Blue Light Before Bed 

Blue light is the light emitted from your laptop, phone, and TV. Using these appliances right before bed can disrupt your sleeping patterns. Try to have at least an hour before bed without them, reading a book. Using blue light blocking glasses throughout the day can also help. 

Stay Hydrated All Day 

Drink at least one gallon of water each day. It’s recommended to drink half of your weight in ounces (ex: 160 lbs = 80 ounces of water). The slightest bit of dehydration can cloud your focus and make you feel crummy. Drinking a glass as soon as you get up in the morning can help to kickstart your day. Make sure to do this before coffee or tea! 

Make Sure You’re Eating Nourishing Foods 

Of course, the foods you eat can make a difference, too. If you eat too much junk, you could easily end up with a ‘food hangover’ – especially if you eat things that you’re a bit intolerant to. You don’t need a ‘perfect’ diet, but you should ensure you’re eating foods that make you feel good the majority of the time. 

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Wake Up With A Sunrise Alarm Clock

A sunrise alarm clock can help to wake you up gently, especially when it’s dark outside. This can help you to avoid being rudely woken up by your loud, annoying alarm. 

Take The Right Supplements 

Supplements won’t do all of the work, but they can help alongside a healthy diet and other healthy habits. Taking supplements to improve mental clarity, anxiety, and focus could be key to making sure you feel great. Look into options like Red Malay Kratom to see if it could be for you. 

Exercise Before You Start The Day

The piece de resistance – exercise before you start the important tasks of the day. Even better if you can get outside! You may not feel like it, but you’ll feel great once you’ve done it. 

• How do you start your day with a clear head? 

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Why It’s Important To Deal With Immediate Problems ASAP

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In today’s day and age, our lifestyles have begun to move faster than ever before. With all the conveniences available to us today, it encourages us to live a speedy lifestyle where we put aside many of our basic needs because we know we can take care of them in a short amount of time.

For example, why bother cooking at home when you can spend more time working and just order food? Why do you need to go shopping if you can deliver everything? Why keep your home clean if you’re just going to move again in the next few months to a different rental?

A lot of the problems in our lives actually stem from this fast-paced lifestyle. It’s leading to increased anxiety levels and more stress-related disorders. When there’s so much going through our minds throughout the day, it becomes extremely important to focus on what’s around you before you tackle more challenges.

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Dealing with immediate problems around you creates a solid foundation

It’s important to deal with the problems around you first before you decide to try and deal with other issues. For example, let’s say you’re having trouble working at home because there are too many distractions and a lack of space. This might be because your home is too cluttered and there are too many things stealing your attention away from your work.

In this case, your home is the foundation for your productivity. If your home isn’t clean, tidy and built around your work, then it’s just going to get in the way. Declutter your home, establish an area that lets you focus on your work, and don’t hesitate to rearrange your home if it leads to a more productive workday.

Dealing with family-related issues before you take on bigger challenges

Your family is a huge responsibility that you can’t just ignore. If you want to grow your career, start a business or do something else that pushes your limits, then it’s important to get family matters sorted as soon as possible so they don’t creep up on you and cause stress later on.

As a rather extreme example, going through something like a child custody battle while you’re trying to grow your business is almost impossible. However, putting your business on hold might be detrimental to your success. It’s a good idea to look for reputable lawyers such as Brown Dahan to help you combat those legal challenges on your behalf. You’ll need to be a part of the process too, but it’ll help you ease your concerns, lower your stress and allow you to continue working on your business.

By combating these immediate issues as soon as you can, you have a much better chance of overcoming future challenges because you’re investing in a solid foundation that you can stand on. If problems keep creeping back and affecting you, then they’re going to limit your success and create more issues in the future.

Thank you for reading!