Do you get fatigued during the day?

United States
January 29, 2010 11:52am CST
I always feel tired right after lunch time. I guess it is because I just ate and already have had anywhere from 4 to 6 hours of work under my belt. Anyway, I came across some information that some of you might like to look at. This information consists of 8 tips on how to stay energized all day long. 1- Wake up the same time each day and get some sunshine. This seems to helps our circadian rhythms to keep in sync with a 24 hour day. 2- Limit your carbohydrate intake. Too much carbohydrates and you will feel sluggish. This might be my problem after lunch time. Have a fist size full of protein, carbohydrates, and fruits or vegetables during each meal. 3- Take coffee later in the day when you feel drained. This is when you will really need it. 4- Eat your meals the same time everyday and try to eat smaller meals more frequently. This means you can eat 6 small meals every 3 hours throughout the day. 5- Try meditation and yoga for relaxation. Taking time out everyday to return to your center will not only relax you, but give you more energy. 6- Walk through nature and breathe in all that healthy oxygen. This helps the mind relax, as well as the body and recharges your batteries when they are feeling low. 7- Listen to some music that helps pick you up or calm you down, whatever the case may be. 8- Read an uplifting book or watch a positive program before going to sleep. This will make sure that positive vibrations enter the subconscious mind while sleeping, and helps you wake with a positive and energetic frame of mind.
4 responses
@cher913 (25782)
• Canada
1 Feb 10
i have breathing issues and dont get the amount of oxygen that i need and to add to that i have thyroid issues so i am always tired throughout the day. i do try and rest in the afternoon though.
• United States
2 Feb 10
Have you tried deep breathing and other yogic pranayama techniques? Please do consider finding a yoga instructor and giving it a try. It has helped me lose weight and with some other physical illnesses, as well.
@doormouse (4599)
29 Jan 10
i feel fatigued 24-7 as i have m.e and fibromyalgia,i wish your tips would work on me
• United States
2 Feb 10
Please do try them. I found the eating tips to be especially helpful. Also, you might like to look into some form of yoga or Qi gong practice. They have been proven to help in some cases such as yours.
@lilyrayne (107)
• United States
29 Jan 10
Thanks for your post hopefully i will motivate myself to try some of your ideas and who knows maybe i'll get more done daily!
• United States
1 Feb 10
I'm glad you liked the post. I have been trying some of these points out and they do seem to help, especially the ones about eating. Give them a try for about a month and see if they help maintain your energy levels.
@worldview (105)
• India
14 May 10
Fatigue is another physical symptom of stress. Fatigue can be the result of being spread too thin at work or with personal problems. Insomnia, which can also be the byproduct of stress, will lead to fatigue during the day. The fatigue can be so pervasive that it affects the person both physically and mentally. Mental fatigue is tied in with the inability to make decisions and a person's vulnerability to talking trivial matters way too seriously.