Energise Yourself- The Natural way of
feeling good by- Pradeep
Ullal
Feeling sluggish? You're not alone. Many of us
have a hard time even getting out of bed in the morning, let alone making it
through the day without feeling like we're constantly losing steam. Our
bodies really are incredible engines, though. They work so efficiently
(especially when we provide the right fuel and maintenance). Instead of
relying on triple espressos and candy bars, consider giving your body the
advantage of a few easy lifestyle modifications to increase its own natural
ability to stay energized.
Most importantly, to be able to tap into your
energy resources, you should begin by allowing your body the proper amount
of rest it needs. According to the sleep specialists, the average American
is always sleep-deprived, rarely getting the necessary amount of rest we
need (with no hope of catching up). Ever since electricity entered our lives
and our bedrooms, we wake up to artificial light hearing artificial alarm
clocks and don't rely on our own biological clocks, the sun, or the roosters
to gently wake us. Prior to electricity, we slept about ten hours every
night (only a few generations ago!). Nowadays, we're lucky to catch a quick
six hours.
Create a pro-sleep environment in your bedroom
by using high-quality cotton sheets, adjusting the thermostat to a
reasonable cool temperature, and darkening the room with heavy shades or
blinds. If possible, try to stick to the same bedtime and wakeup call.
Now that you're
well-rested, let's explore some of the simple lifestyle issues that might
put a damper on your energy levels and learn of some others that can help us
sustain the alertness.
By now, we've all heard that we need to drink eight glasses of water per
day. Eight glasses may not be realistic for everyone, but if you realized
that some of your daily fatigue may be due to dehydration and that those
glasses of water could energize you, you might have more incentive to drink
up. And don't count alcohol or caffeine-filled beverages as those cause
dehydration.
Another possible enemy that's zapping your energy stores might be your
actual body weight. It takes much more energy to accomplish simple tasks
when you're carrying around twenty, forty, or sixty extra pounds on the
journey. Make this your year to shed the excess pounds through a
vegetable-based plan that's high in fiber and contains all the nutrients
your body needs. Opt for natural, whole foods while steering clear of
high-fat, highly-processed foods.
Keep an open mind to the possibility of unhealthy relationships draining
your valuable energy. You know how some people just help you feel great
whenever you spend time with them, while others leave you feeling sort of
bummed out? Do a relationship inventory every year or so and then surround
yourself with energizing people (while offering some stimulation of your own
to those you care about).
Sometimes the answer to a slow day is to jumpstart your metabolism through
exercise or movement. You don't need to run a marathon or do ninety minutes
of aerobics to get your blood pumping and give your body a wakeup call. A
fifteen-minute brisk walk during your lunch break will give you some fresh
air, sunlight, and cardiovascular benefit.
Getting the sunlight from your brisk walk can
be so critical when you're trying to increase your energy. Your body needs
sunlight to stop the melatonin (the sleep hormone in all of us). If you go
from a dark bedroom to a dark workplace and never get more than a few
minutes a day of sunlight (especially in the winter months), part of your
body is still sleeping, so to speak. If possible, sit in the morning sun for
a few moments while you savor some orange juice, allowing the sun to stop
the sleep mode.
In Chinese and Japanese cultures, a person's energy level is taken very
seriously and seen as a way to connect to the rest of the universe. The
Chinese call energy Chi ("chee"), the Japanese Ki ("kee"), and
it is suggested that a person cannot truly connect with god and nature if
her own body energy is blocked. Many of the forms of martial arts,
acupuncture, and massage (such as Shiatsu) are said to increase the flow of
a person's natural energy.
In East Indian culture,
a person's vital energy is called Prana. It is believed that if a
person's Prana is flowing easily good health will result. If,
however, Prana is blocked or hindered, disease will result. Through
the practice of posture and breathing exercises along with simple yoga
moves, you can stimulate your own Prana and remove any blockages.
Many health clubs and community centers now offer yoga classes.
Being a huge fan of the power of fragrances, I always like to recommend some
essential oils to address health and wellness concerns. To get a buzz of
energy from natural oils, you can add a few drops of any citrus, mint, pine,
or eucalyptus oil to your morning shower gel or moisturizer to wake up your
senses. You could also use a few drops on a tissue to inhale when you need a
mental lift. Save the florals for bedtime and times of stress.
Incorporating small, but effective, changes into your daily routines can
really make all the difference. To accomplish all your resolutions this
year, allow your body to work at peak performance by tapping into the
necessary energy to get the job done!
Author:
Pradeep Ullal, the Chief Content Architect and Technology Consultant
at Vivid Reality has over 8 years of experience in creating & editing
content for Media, IT and Corporate industry. He has published several
articles on Content Management, Lifestyle, Digital Media, Digital Music &
Healing Arts to name a few. He is currently offering specialised services
that enable companies to communicate effectively with their customers by
using wide range of media options.Get
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