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We’ve all had those days when we feel like we are not accomplishing anything no matter how hard we work. Looming deadlines, increasing workload, multitasking and stress could all disrupt a person’s productivity. “Work smarter, not harder” has become a famous motto among the workforce. In East Lyme, Connecticut, therapy can be a great way to balance life stresses! You can learn hw to move energy of sadness and depression through walking therapy along local Niantic and East Lyme beaches. And this statement actually has merit. Sometimes, when we wear too many hats, take on too much work, instead of becoming more productive, our productivity actually decreases. So what can we do to increase our productivity?
1. Have a healthy breakfast… or skip it!
I don’t mean to confuse you, but there are studies showing that skipping the most important meal of the day can benefit various brain functions. In East Lyme, it can be confusion with weight loss programs. And, intermittent fasting can help people with type two diabetes cure themselves. However, in East Lyme, it is essential to work under a naturopath or registered dietitian. Intermittent fasting has been gaining popularity lately, and there are scientific studies to back it up. However, if you want to give this a try, it is best to ask for a doctor or a nutritionist’s advice first. For anything to work, one has to have the know-how and the right motivation. On the other hand, if you are a huge fan of breakfast and could not possibly start a day without it, by all means, eat! Always, fuel your body with the right food. Make healthy choices. Read more about nutrition support sessions with your East Lyme therapist at Wisdom Within Counseling, here.
2. Take that coffee break
Though it might be tempting to just keep plugging away at work and skip your breaks in order to meet your deadlines, it would not be a very good idea. First, you need to relax and take a breather. For some, siping on herbal tea mid-day can be a great relaxation practice. And, this will give your brain a much needed break and you a chance to walk around. So, enjoy a nice cup of joe and maybe even socialize with your other harried co-workers. Read more about yoga therapy in East Lyme at Wisdom Within Counseling, a holistic practice for self-care, relaxation, and anxiety management skills, here.
3. CBD Oil
Adderall has been making the rounds around colleges and even work places. At East Lyme Middle School, some students take adderall and others don’t take medication. At Wisdom Within Counseling in Niantic, when we help anxious adolescents in therapy, we use positive coping skills. And, if you prefer a more natural approach to boosting your concentration and productivity, why not give CBD oil a try. Further, CBD can be an alternative approach to adderall.
Natural Remedies For Hyperactivity
And, CBD from a dispensary is pure and tested for impurities, so it best to get a medical card. If you live in East Lyme, Connecticut, you may choose to goto Uncasville, CT. Often, CBD can be a great remedy for children with epilepsy, seizures, and trauma flashbacks. And, it has been known to increase alertness, help calm nerves, and boost your mood. So, when you find yourself stressed with your head all over the place, why not try popping a CBD gummy, or some tincture, or even straight up CBD oil to help ease your stress and calm your nerves. And, CBD will not get you stoned or slow you down. Read about medical marijuana cards for trauma and how it could be helpful in addition to therapy weekly, here.
4. Don’t multitask
Multitasking is not something the human brain is built for. It has proven to cause loss of productivity. Doing too many things at once will take away your concentration from the crucial things that need doing. This will make your work prone to errors and cost you time that you were trying to save by multitasking in the first place. What does your East Lyme therapist think? Always, do one thing at a time before moving on to the next task. And, our app recommendation? Use an app such as Trello, to keep your To-Do list organized. So, this way you can ensure each task is accomplished properly. Try doing the tasks that take the least amount of time to accomplish first. This will get these tasks out of the way and allow you to focus on the more complicated ones.
5. Take exercise breaks
Isn’t it ironic that a post about being productive is talking about breaks a lot? That’s because taking breaks in between tasks is a good way resetting your brain and preparing it for the whole new task ahead. Further, all the child, teen therapists and family therapists in East Lyme here at Wisdom Within Counseling exercise regularly. Katie Ziskind loves yoga and Courtney loves running. Read about Katie, here, and Courtney, here. Exercising will send a rush of much needed oxygen to your brain and will help loosen your muscles that might have bunched up from getting the previous task done. Taking a brief walk, or a short stretch, will allow your brain to stop thinking about work and “breathe”. This will help bring your focus back to where it is supposed to be – your looming tasks.
6. Use tools
Using online tools or apps to track your work and tasks for the day is one easy way of getting your day organized. When you have your day organized, you won’t need to spend extra time trying to remember what to do next; you would already have it laid out for you. Most of these tools are free and can be linked to your personal or work email. Just make sure that the apps abide by your company rules and risk profile.
7. Say no to meetings
Meetings take time. And a lot of the time, these meetings are not even really necessary. If you have a lot of things to do, and someone schedules a meeting, try to find out if your presence is necessary in the meeting. Or if the items in the agenda could be discussed through email, that would be a better venue. You only get so many hours in a day, after all. When looking for East Lyme therapy, it is important to make sure your therapist jives with your goals and mindset. Often, therapy doesn’t work because the “fit” isn’t right, just like a job, or work culture. In the same way you choose which meetings to attend at work, it is important to think through your choice when it comes to picking a child or teen therapist in East Lyme.
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Feeling overwhelmed with parenting? Frazzled and anxious about your work life balance? Upset, tearful, and depressed about a break up? Angry about life transition from one home in East Lyme, Connecticut to another? Positive coping skills are often a better route than harsh, highly addictive medications like Adderall and Ritalin. Instead, going to weekly therapy here in Niantic and learning how to cope with tough feelings in healthy ways are best! Because, a tough feeling won’t go away by itself. Instead, you deserve to feel brave, capable, and accepted just as you are through holistic therapy.
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This article was posted by Katie Ziskind, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, 500-hour Registered Yoga Therapist, is the owner and clinical director at Wisdom Within Counseling in Niantic, Connecticut. Finding a holistic family therapist in Niantic has been very difficult until now. Our team also offers teletherapy and distance counseling, herehttp://wisdomwithinct.com/teletherapy-video-therapy/. We offer specialties of art, yoga, music, and animal therapy alongside talk counseling. Our team of therapists are experts with children, adolescents, teenagers, and the young adults. We offer walking, outdoor therapy for teens in Niantic who are depressed. Parenting sessions and couples therapy for parents challenged by their children, are also part of our family therapy practice. We are therapists who are affirming and open to the LGBT community. Read more about LGBT, here. Katie specializes in yoga therapy for athletic individuals who have a sports injury and have been through trauma.
