Hydrate Before You Caffeinate
The first and main reason it is a good idea to drink water before anything else is because you often wake up dehydrated. Think about it – you have been sleeping probably 6-8 hours on average, and might have been laying in bed even longer than that. This is a long time to go without […]
7 Daily Tasks To Increase Productivity
Another year has begun and we all know that resolutions are typically lofty goals that only last a few weeks. We tend to focus on goals that are too specific. Instead of quitting smoking, losing weight, drinking less, etc. focus on ways to increase productivity with positive daily behaviors that will eventually lead to accomplishing […]
Do You Struggle With Nighttime Anxiety?
Nighttime anxiety is a very common affliction where your anxiety is peaked in the evening, often when you are trying to go to sleep. People with anxiety disorders often find it is worse at night, typically because you have less distractions from the anxiousness, and also relating to how your circadian rhythm shifts at night […]
Why You Need to Lower Cortisol Levels
In recent years, you’ve probably heard a lot of things about the hormone cortisol. There are numerous articles that have been written that could give people the idea that cortisol is something that you want to avoid. A more balanced viewpoint would acknowledge that cortisol is a part of a complex system, so creating an […]
How to Wake Up Without Stress
If you are like many people, the way you start your day sets you up for the rest of the day. This can mean the first things you choose to do in the morning actually impact how stressed you will feel throughout the day. To avoid waking up with stress, here are some thing to […]