If this is a recurrent problem for you, keep reading! Here are our 6 easy ways you can improve your productivity:
Sometimes what your brain needs is a change of scenery! If I have a mile-long to-do list or a deadline breathing down my neck, you can find me in a coffee shop or a co-working space. (Otherwise, even working from a different part of the office can do).
Working from public places can be a great way to stimulate your brain for 2 reasons. Firstly, the constant activity around you helps you take more breaks (keep reading to find out more about this). But more importantly, your brain is constantly seeking novelty. It’s a classic case of “shiny object syndrome”. When you’re presented with something new and exciting, your brain releases dopamine (aka. the feel-good brain chemical) which is closely tied to motivation.
When confronted with new stimuli your brain also responds by creating new pathways and mechanisms to accomplish tasks. So what you see as being more efficient in a different location is actually your brain thinking about the tasks in a different light.
Needless to say, your physical environment has a huge impact on the amount of novel stimuli you’re feeding to your brain.
I'm sure we all agree, meetings can be boring. Very boring. Especially when the topic didn't necessarily require a meeting in the first place.
Routine isn’t just about location, it’s also about the novelty wearing off and complacency kicking in. So don't hesitate to switch things up! Have walking meetings, change your meetings location or introduce new brainstorming techniques.
The key is no meetings and no distractions (and yes, that means no TV playing in the background and no "I will just clean the entire flat before starting" excuse). Get in the zone and GET. IT. DONE!
If I look back at all the times I ended the day feeling like I had achieve nothing, this is definitely THE reason why. Taking breaks can be hard. If you think taking breaks is a waste of time, think again!
Taking breaks is not only good for your physical health, it will boost you creativity and your productivity. Indeed, taking breaks refreshes the mind, replenishes your mental resources, and helps you become more creative. How many time have you had “Aha moments” in the shower or in bed trying to fall asleep?
Some studies suggest that plants help people focus and concentrate on their work, leading to higher overall productivity.
So if you want to boost your mood and reduce your stress level, go get yourself a colourful cactus (easy maintenance but not impossible to kill...believe me).
Background music at a moderate volume is shown to improve concentration. When in need of a motivation, take a moment to find the right playlist.
As awesome as your daily routine may be, switching up the way you work can have a huge effect on your productivity, mood, and work. So, if you’re struggling to get everything done—test one of these out today.
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Did you know that cats are actually good for your health? If you are a cat lover or just on the look out for a way to improve your wellbeing, read on as we collected a few little-known scientific facts that prove how awesome cats really are.
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Did you know that cats are actually good for your health?
If you are a cat lover or just on the look out for a way to improve your wellbeing, read on as we collected a few little-known scientific facts that prove how awesome cats really are.
Studies have found that owning a cat can lower your stress levels, which can lead to cardiovascular disease. A cat’s purr fluctuates between 20-140 Hz, a frequency range which has been proven to be medically therapeutic and stress reducing. Owning a cat can actually lower your risk of various heart diseases, including stroke, by around 30 percent!
Their purr has also been long associated with a therapeutic healing ability on human bones and muscle. It has been shown that frequencies in the 18-35 HZ range have a positive effect on joint mobility after injury, scientists have begun talking about how the cat noise could help humans.
Cats are hilarious. From their random dances and leaps, to their obsession with Q-tips, cats provide a regular source of amusing entertainment and won't fail to put a smile on your face.
Cats Protection revealed that out of 600 people surveyed, 86% of people who owned a cat felt it had a positive impact on their wellbeing, while 76% believed that pet ownership made coping with life easier.
Building a routine you can stick to in daily life may not sound important however researchers have found that routine can have far-reaching psychological benefits.
Cats are creatures of habits who thrive on routine. Any morning that you think you should sleep in, your cat won't miss the chance to remind you that it is in fact time to get up and make them their breakfast.
That fuzzy feeling you get from watching surprised kitty isn’t in your head.
A study of over 7,000 people by Indiana University Bloomington found that watching cat videos on the internet boosts viewers’ energy and positive emotions while decreasing negative feelings. Turns out all those hours spent on YouTube actually did you some good.
And so you have it – our fluffy friends are not only super cute alarm clocks, they are also a great way to take care of your health. Do you feel that your kitty has a positive impact on your physical or mental wellbeing? Tell us in the comments below.
If you need your daily dose of cuteness, check out the top 9 Instagram cat accounts of 2019 with over one million followers. That’s right, you read that correctly!
And in bonus, the prettiest of all who has yet to become instafamous: Opium @Opium_ze_cat (what do you mean we are not objective because it’s ours?!)
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Coralie
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