how to increase your productivity: Simple solutions

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So today I would like to share habits that have helped me – and still help me – to make such a big shift in my own life over the past years. I hope you will find something helpful in this blog. 

Must see  video:- 

  https://youtu.be/ZneEhVhlZKw

1) Use a very limited to-do list.

If you have a to-do list with 10 items then it can very easily feel overwhelming. Or you become unfocused or confused about what to work on. Or you procrastinate on the few really important tasks as you work on the rest of the list. So instead, limit your daily to-do list to just 2-3 of the most important items.

2) Single-task both work and rest.

Multitasking might feel like you are doing things quicker. But it usually winds up in depleting your energy faster, in several things being done not as well as they could have been and in few things actually being finished.

So instead, do just one thing at a time. No matter what it is that you do during your day, if it is work or something you do while resting and recharging.

It will reduce stress either way.

3) Work in a cone of silence.

Don’t’ stop at being disconnected or with blocking time-wasters online. Shut the door to your office if possible. Shut down instant messaging programs and notifications for new emails. Put your cell phone on silent and put it in a drawer where you can’t see for a while.

Then enjoy the silence and being able to focus with a lot less risk of distractions.

4 ) Refuel your enthusiasm regularly.

On some days the enthusiasm may be lacking. If so, try to refuel it. Get an enthusiastic vibe by listening to a podcast or audio book or by reading a book or blog for just 10 minutes created by someone who is enthusiastic.

5) Set Your Own Deadlines and Try To Beat Them

When you create a TO DO list, setting your own deadlines help getting tasks done on time. Not only set deadlines, but next time try to beat your own time.

Always compete with yourself and try to beat your own time.

6) Add Physical Activities to Your Routine

Adding small physical activities at work during breaks increases productivity.

Stretch a few times a day or light exercise helps improve physical and mental health.

Physical activity increase your endorphins, dopamine, serotonin level which help in increase focus, also increase levels of melatonin which help in proper healthy sleep cycle which ultimately increase your productivity next day. 

7) healthy nutrition for healthy functioning.

Nutritional value of various foods help in increase focus. 

a) ENSURE YOUR DIET CONTAINS PLENTY OF OMEGA 3

Omega 3 fatty acids are a good fat. They are used for various functions throughout the body including boosting brain function and volume.

The brain contains 100 billion cells and omega 3 fatty acids are the building blocks of these cells. It is thought that the higher the level of omega 3 in the brain cell membrane, the better the brain cells are at communicating with other cells, which is an important process for brain function.

b) KEEP HYDRATED – DRINK WATER

Drinking water helps maintain the balance of bodily fluids. Your body is composed of about 60% water. The functions of these bodily fluids include digestion, absorption, circulation, transportation of nutrients, and maintenance of body temperature.

Mild dehydration can impair energy levels and mood, and lead to major reductions in memory and brain performance. Losing as little as 2% of your body’s water content can significantly impair physical performance.

c) INCREASE YOUR FIBRE INTAKE

The current recommendation is that adults should eat 30g of fibre a day. 

Fibre is an important nutritional tool to help the body digest food slowly and steadily, keeping energy levels stabilised. It helps to move toxins through your digestive system more quickly, preventing you from feeling sluggish and helping to keep you alert.

d) BALANCE YOU DIET

Balancing you diet in very important, should contain all macro and micro nutrient in proper quantity. 

e) REGULAR INTERVAL FASTING

help in recognise your optimal hormone levels for better functioning.

8) Learn relaxing excercises 

Relaxation exercises help to reduce stress levels by calming the mind and learning to experience moments of inner peace. Try to empty your mind of all the negative thoughts and take time out to refocus and rejuvenate.

Try a deep breathing exercise to help you feel calmer

9) Limit your stress levels

too much stress can generate many symptoms, such as changes in immune function, hormonal responses and biochemical reactions, which can influence and negatively impact upon the body’s functions. This can result in persistent headaches, backache, digestive issues and recurrent infections. These will affect your concentration and productivity and may even result in absence from work.

Studies show that the digestive tract is the most easily influenced by stress leading to indigestion, heartburn, gastritis and ulcer problems.In general, it is good practice to get away from your workload and take 30- 60 minutes per day to eat lunch, relax and get some fresh air and if possible take power nap. 

10) use catnap or powernap property

power nap typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes and takes the sleeper into phases 1 and 2 of the sleep cycle. This type of rest helps re-energize both the mind and body, helping workers feel ready to go when they wake up

How it plays important role 

1. Improves brain function

2. Boosts ability to process and store information

3. Sharpens alertness, reducing the frequency of errors and accidents

4. Increases productivity

5. Elevates Mood

6. Lowers blood pressure and promotes healthy functioning of the heart

7. Strengthens Memory.

Must see video about productivity:- 

https://youtu.be/ZneEhVhlZKw