When you’re an entrepreneur, it’s not uncommon to work long hours and experience severe bouts of fatigue that come on suddenly. Persistence in efforts makes one feel intense fatigue. There are certain good practices that allow you to feel the effects less, to predict them and that can help you produce more with the same number of hours of sleep. Zoom in on some of them.
Emergencies pile up and you no longer know where to turn. You are so tired that you don’t know what task to start. Failure to control fatigue can lead to exhaustion without you even realizing it. You, and you know it well, have adopted a certain number of bad habits. There are simple solutions, and the first is to return to your non-stressful body and mind. Observing them is part of the process of learning to control fatigue.
Adjust your sleeping hours.
It is often said: the hours before midnight are more productive. Instead of trying to finish your file tonight, maybe it’s time to rearrange your schedule so that you go to bed earlier and get up earlier. The brain is often considered more productive in the morning than in the afternoon, even if in reality other elements such as weather and digestion must be considered. Nutrition also plays an important role. A healthy lifestyle will allow you to better control fatigue. In the same way, a quality box spring and mattress can pay for themselves quickly and allow you to make the most of your nights. If possible, also try to sleep in a noise-free environment. For example, don’t forget to turn off the television before going to bed.
Banish stress
Stress is more exhausting than we can imagine. In addition to increasing the heart rate, it is primarily synonymous with fatigue. If you’re not a fan of positive thinking, maybe it’s time to start doing so. Start the day with positive thoughts and above all create anything that can reassure you or reduce stress.
For example, you can make a to-do list. This will allow you to avoid a whole day of stress by thinking about what you haven’t achieved or tackle the tasks that cause you stress first so that you can get rid of them and approach the day calmly. You can also think about putting things into perspective. When the situation stresses you out and you wonder what would be the worst if the task is not completed. Reducing all stress factors is a good practice to tame your fatigue.
Become a fan of micro-naps
Micronaps are much more productive than you might think, especially if your body is particularly tired. So maybe it’s time to set up a break room or gear up. This will allow you to take micro naps without neck pain. Don’t hesitate to advocate for naps in the workplace. You did it well when you were little to recover as well as possible, so why not go back to this good old habit. Ideally, try so that the brightness does not bother you and your sleeping position is comfortable. Companies like Orange have created special rooms so why not you?
Set good tasks
When you are very tired, there is absolutely no point in engaging in an intellectual or complex task. Not only do you risk getting discouraged, but above all you risk doing it without realizing it. In any case, you will have to complete all your tasks, so you could take care of the intellectual or complex ones in the morning, for example, and the ones that require very little concentration in the afternoon. Organization is one of the keys when you are very tired. Otherwise, you could quickly find yourself stuck on a task that is not progressing. Defining the nap time we saw above is one of them. By intelligently integrating each task at the right time, you can increase your fatigue.
Consider the work environment
Your environment strongly contributes to your fatigue. Going green can give you the boost you need to manage fatigue or create a comfortable, clean work environment. You might as well not live in a dirty environment and take a few minutes to let your body, in addition to fighting fatigue, fight against the microbes and mites present in the air. Brightness control remains a good factor, especially if you do a lot of work on the screen.
Many nutritional supplements
Even if they are often discussed, many nutritional supplements like vitamins can help you strengthen your body and your defenses. It’s not about doping too much, it’s about taking certain substances that are considered essential for your body. Do not hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice. Homeopathy is often found to be helpful, and as we’ve said before, if this isn’t the case, eating well and avoiding heavy foods can go a long way in helping you feel less tired.
Playing sports: fatigue versus fatigue
If you feel too tired, maybe it’s time to experience fatigue that is good for your body. Already now you will stimulate the hormones of pleasure and your nights will be even more productive. If sports practices will be more beneficial to you over time, they remain a good method to improve your performance and therefore allow you to better control your fatigue. Don’t hesitate to include them in your schedule. By trying to scrape every minute, you risk losing it.
Prepare for the next day when you are tired
Instead of creating a chain of stress in the morning, why not take 10 minutes in the evening to prepare for the next day. This will allow your body to wake up slowly instead of rushing and feeling stressed in the morning. Taking a few minutes to update your to-do list or get your things ready isn’t a waste of time and will be far more beneficial than watching the last episode of your latest Netflix series. Also, don’t pile on too many mini-tasks that clutter your brain and can be done in less than a minute.