I think maybe the internet is killing us a little. For example the ability to binge watch television has ruined the routines of millions of Australians. Gone are the days when you’d watch the latest episode of your favourite show, tuck yourself into bed and patiently wait for next weeks instalment. We all now have the ability to watch whole series of shows in one sitting which is an excellent mix of hideously unhealthy and completely awesome. Modern conveniences have also ruined us – we’re able to communicate and be entertained 24/7 and some of us (me included) aren’t very good at switching off and resting which means that lots of us simply aren’t getting enough sleep.
Aside from actually getting more sleep, here are a few sneaky tips to get you through the day after an evening of binge watching Game of Thrones and then subsequently not sleeping because dragons are awesome.
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Don’t go mental with a tiredness induced food binge
If you overeat, it’s only going to make you more tired. You know how on Christmas day you end up having like 3 naps? Digestion slows the body down which means that if you stuff your face full of food it’s only going make you feel like you’re walking through sludgy mud. Eat good, nourishing food in sensible quantities and don’t you dare go eating chocolate or sugar. A sugar crash will make you feel SUPER rubbish on a day when you’re already feeling gross.
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Go on as many walks as you can manage
To the post office, a local café, the photocopier, a mate’s house, the shops. Any time you can move your body, do it. Getting your blood flowing will give you a little burst of energy and will make the day way less painful. You also can’t fall asleep while standing up so capitalise on that if you’re having a struggle keeping your eyes open at your desk.
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Go hard on the caffeine
Not like crazy hard but you can afford to have an extra coffee or a cheeky soft drink. In extreme emergencies a sugar-free (to avoid that horrible sugar crash) energy drink can do wonders to get you through an afternoon meeting but don’t make a habit of it. That stuff is pretty nasty and should be used in dire circumstances only… like final episodes of Boardwalk Empire or famous people fighting on Twitter.
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Have a nap in the sun
I know not everyone has the luxury of being able to sneak off for a quick nap in the middle of the day but if you have the option, do it. If you drive a car to work, that’s an ideal location for a cheeky little nap. Parks and park benches are also great and if your building has an empty office, then take advantage of that. I’d avoid napping anywhere near your own office though, especially on your desk as it looks really unprofessional. Any where else though is fair game!
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Learn from your mistakes
Go to bed early tonight. Two (or more) days in a row of trying to function on just a few hours sleep is going to majorly destroy your week. Back away from the television, put down the Xbox controller and get some damn sleep.
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