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The role of coffee in social interactions
Different types of coffee and their preparation
The impact of coffee on society and economy
Sleep or nap
If you couldn’t be bothered with “recharging” activities, go and take a nap instead. You can’t go wrong with that.
If you don’t have a comfortable place to lie down – sit up straight, close your eyes and breathe gently instead.74
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Drink water (or tea)
Keeping ourselves high hydrated is key to revitalizing our bodies and making sure we have ample energy when we need it.
If you find water too tasteless, opt for tea instead. Try it without sugar and drink it as is.
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Stand and walk around more
If you work at a desk like most people, have the habit of changing positions (preferably when moving to the next task).
Get a small desk suitable for laptop use on beds and place it on your work desk. Stand up and use your laptop that way.
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Practice gratitude
Research is showing that being productive doesn’t bring happiness but that happiness brings productivity.
Practice smiling and soon enough you will be happier.
Try to think about just 3 things you are grateful for.
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Meditate
If you don’t have the patience to go through 15 minutes of guided meditation, try this:
Close your eyes, be mindful of your breathing and all the while keeping your mind as empty as possible and thinking of a two-syllabi-word. If you are tired, just keep your mind blank instead....
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Exercise
Exercise has been identified as a keystone habit (a habit that changes other habits automatically).
If you are short on time and you can’t do the typical 30-45 minute gym or jogging session, try out Tabata instead. It’s a 4-minute long bodyweight routine.78
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- Find a comfortable place to sit or lie down.
- Breathe in through your nose and fill your lungs from the bottom up, first expanding your belly, then your chest, and finally raising the collar bones.
- Pause.
- Then gently exhale from top to bottom, using your stomach mu...
Deep breathing exercises
Use deep breathing exercises to relax your body:
- Sit somewhere comfortable with a straight back
- Close your eyes and begin breathing through your nose
- Breathe in for a count of two.
- Hold your breath for a count of one
- Breathe out through your mouth ...
Guided Visualization
How it’s done: Head straight for that “happy place,” no questions asked. With a coach, therapist or helpful recording as your guide, breathe deeply while focusing on pleasant, positive images to replace any negative thoughts.
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