Posts Tagged ‘sleep’

October7

The Importance of Focusing on What You Want

By: Ririan

Have you noticed that if you buy a watch or a new car, you will suddenly see those things everywhere you go? There will be more ads on TV for those things, you will notice other people with them. Everywhere you go, in magazines, on billboards, and other people, will have the same things or the same make, etc. This is not because there is a little man following you around and placing specific adverts everywhere to get your attention. These ads were there all along, it is just that they were not the focus of your attention before.

People who are successful have this ability even without something being brought to their attention like this. They have their goals and objectives in mind all the time and focus on achieving them. Because of this positive mental attitude, they are ready for all the opportunities as they arise and they are prepared. Unsuccessful people probably would not notice the opportunity because they are not completely in tune with what they want. The opportunities just pass them by because they just do not even notice them.

Maintaining this level of focus all the time is very hard. It can take up a lot of mental energy and leave you feeling tired and exhausted. Some people have this ability naturally. They are more goal-oriented and their brain analyzes everything it comes across to see if it is an opportunity that they could possibly use. They even file away things in their brain and if the chance or need arises, they recall that there was a chance they could take. This is increasingly more difficult in today’s world. There are many things around to diffuse our focus and which clamor for our attention.

Focus is just not popular in popular culture today. We watch the news and instead of just the news, they also show the weather and three other bits of news in tickers across the bottom of the screen. We want to be working and playing and living all at the same time. So those people who can master the technique of staying in focus and having their goals constantly at the front of their minds are going to do the best.

These people who are dedicated and committed to their goals, are those who eat, sleep and think about not much besides. In every conversation they have with people, in every news story they read, they have one objective in mind, whether it is to make more money, or to discover something through research, or their art. And these are exactly the people who seem to be luckier than others because they suddenly find a rich sponsor, or just the right materials they need, or a mote of brilliance.

It is not that they are luckier. They are just more alert to opportunities and know that every new encounter is not a problem but a possible solution to something. Try it in your own life. Imagine that you have a highly important goal in life and look out for chances in your day to day life which could help you to achieve that goal. Explore things with an open mind and you might just get the luck to achieve your goals too.

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January30

Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

By: RirianProject

A colleague of mine pointed out that she noticed a new trend among business owners – everyone seems to be working later. It got me thinking about sleep. I did a quick Google search to do some research on the topic and found an interesting tidbit that indicates that I am NOT sleeping too well, and I wonder how many other of our readers fit into that same category.

The research I did indicated that you should wake up in the morning feeling refreshed without the use of an alarm clock. It also said you should feel fairly energetic all day. Like I said earlier – this is definitely not how I feel in the morning. So whether you believe the above statement or not, here are some quick tips to help you get a better night’s sleep.

One thing to keep in mind is that you can’t “catch up” on your sleep. There is no magical sleep bank that allows you to withdraw or deposit any extra hours of sleep. That said, let’s move on!

Most adults require somewhere around 8 hours of solid uninterrupted sleep. Govern yourself accordingly! If you need to be up at 5 AM you really shouldn’t be up working until midnight.

I can hear my mother now telling me “I told you so”. Keep the same hours no matter what the day. If you normally get up at 6 during the week, try to keep the same routine on the weekend. Your body has an inner clock and its best not to disturb it.

If you find yourself having a difficult time getting to sleep, or staying asleep check your caffeine intake. If you’re having chocolate, tea, or coffee in the evening hours it could be the culprit.

Keep your room for sleep only. This means removing things like the TV and computer. Even reading can pose a problem for some people if the material is stimulating or you’re reading with your main room light on.

Your body is a pretty keen machine. It knows that dark means sleep. If you keep the lights in your home dimmed, or off in the evening, your body will recognize that it’s time to hit the sack. If you find yourself getting tired during the day, the opposite will also work so try opening some blinds or turning on a bright light.

Try not to exercise right before bed. Experts indicate that no exercise within 3 hours prior to your bedtime. Regular exercise though actually tends to increase our ability to find a restful sleep at night.

Turn your alarm clock away from you. If you wake up at night, looking at the clock can cause anxiety.

Instead of tossing and turning all night, get out of bed if you’ve been trying to fall asleep for longer than 30 minutes. Do something else and then come back to bed when you’re feeling sleepy.

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September5

10 Benefits of Power Napping, and How to Do It

By: Ririan

“No day is so bad it can’t be fixed with a nap.”

- Carrie P. Snow

College students and kindergartens love them. Now, there may be proof that catching a few zzz’s in the afternoon can be beneficial to your health.

Power NappingResearchers have found in recent years that the human body requires only as much sleep as the brain will allow it. In other words, so long as the brain is functioning at full capacity, there’s no great requirement for sleep. The big thing is that the brain needs a rest every now and then, and apparently, the brain can refresh itself and go on “like with a full tank of gas” with just a short, 20-minute power nap.

These short 20-minute power naps for people who are really engrossed in their work, almost always provide a fresh burst of new ideas and energy. They tend to eliminate the need for caffeine boosts during the workday. And, they guarantee a reserve of energy so that the working day isn’t followed by an evening in which he falls asleep on the couch watching TV or at a social event.

Here’s what you need to know about the benefits of sleep and how a power nap can help you:

1. Less stress.

Curling up in a sunny patch on the floor or even lying your head down on your desk for a quick snooze brings relaxation. Research found that stress hormone levels were lower in those who took stress-reducing actions such as napping. Take a break each day from the stresses and reduce your risks, find a quiet, comfortable spot and take a nap. Even a short power nap can leave you feeling refreshed, renewed, and more focused.

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May15

9 Little Known Ways to Sleep So It Counts

By: Ririan


“If you can’t sleep, then get up and do something instead of lying there worrying. It’s the worry that gets you, not the lack of sleep.”

- Dale Carnegie

Sleep so it countsCan’t sleep? You may have tried medication. You know you have to stay away from bad guys like caffeine, alcohol and nicotine. And you’ve probably heard it’s not wise to exercise too vigorously or eat too big a meal a couple of hours before bedtime. Perhaps you’ve even tried to stick to a regular sleep-wake schedule. Still have problems getting a sound sleep? Try these snooze tips you may not have heard before.

1. Let go of your concerns and worries.

Anxieties often seem magnified in the still of the night. Dealing with them can help you sleep. Write down your worries and possible solutions before you go to bed, so you don’t need to ruminate in the middle of the night. A journal or “to do” list may be very helpful in letting you put away these concerns until the next day when you are fresh.

2. Do some deep-breathing exercises.

Find yourself constantly yawning? Some experts believe it may be linked to not getting enough oxygen to the brain. Deep-breathing exercises, in which you focus on taking long, deep abdominal breaths, may help relieve pent-up tension and the yawns.

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