{"id":441,"date":"2023-04-24T20:10:36","date_gmt":"2023-04-24T20:10:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sittingapps.com\/?p=441"},"modified":"2024-04-01T01:07:06","modified_gmt":"2024-04-01T01:07:06","slug":"how-to-beat-common-productivity-killers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/sittingapps.com\/index.php\/2023\/04\/24\/how-to-beat-common-productivity-killers\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Beat Common Productivity Killers"},"content":{"rendered":"
Everyone wants to be more productive. Whether you\u2019re a C-Suite manager or are serving up burgers at a local fast-food chain, being productive at work<\/a> can improve your self-efficacy and lead to promotions and recognition.\u00a0<\/p>\n However, in today\u2019s digital world, you\u2019ll encounter dozens of productivity killers every day. Notifications on your phone can pull you out of the \u201cflow state\u201d and uncomfortable work environments can undermine your physical health and productivity.\u00a0<\/p>\n Fortunately, you can overcome most productivity killers. A little planning and preparation can help you improve your physical and mental health, too.\u00a0<\/p>\n Sleep is integral to your physical health and mental well-being.<\/a> Sleep supports your physical growth and aids cognition during the daytime. Your body essentially \u201ctakes out the trash\u201d while you get some shut-eye, meaning you can work to your potential during the day.\u00a0<\/p>\n However, in the digital age, phones, TVs, and tablets threaten to undermine your sleep quality. Blue-light emitting devices can impact your health<\/a>, including disturbing your circadian rhythm and contributing to sleep deprivation. That\u2019s because blue-light devices promote the production of cortisol \u2014 the hormone responsible for stress and alertness \u2014 while blocking the production of melatonin.\u00a0<\/p>\n Improve your sleep quality by excising screens from your bedroom. Turning off devices thirty minutes before bed allows your brain to slip into \u201csleep mode\u201d and you\u2019ll fall asleep much quicker. Further, improve your sleep quality by bringing your room temperature down to 60 \u2013 67 F and redecorating your bedroom<\/a> with neutral tones and black-out blinds to improve sleep quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n Stress is a natural part of life. Without some short-term, acute stress, you\u2019d never work at your full potential. However, long-term, chronic stress is a productivity killer that you need to steer clear of. Stress can decrease your productivity<\/a> at work as it often leads to fatigue and decreased concentration.\u00a0<\/p>\n Overcoming stress can be tricky. Start by addressing the root cause of your stress. Are you overworking? Do your colleagues cause you undue stress? Do you feel stretched thin due to multiple responsibilities?\u00a0<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve identified the cause of your stress, open lines of communication to alleviate your stress. Let your boss know that you\u2019re feeling overworked or ask your family for help with child-raising responsibilities. There\u2019s no shame in admitting that stress is getting the better of you and addressing the issue can alleviate your worries.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019re still finding that life stress is killing your productivity, you may want to see a therapist. Therapists are trained mental health professionals who understand the struggles you face and can give you strategies to get through stressful periods. They\u2019ll help you become more resilient and will help you advocate for yourself.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\nSleep<\/h3>\n
Stress<\/h3>\n