Friday afternoons see an infamous mind shut-down as the weekend slowly approaches. The pre-weekend fatigue is quite common and makes even the simplest desk work seem difficult. Luckily for you, you do not need to have a great amount of willpower to get through this period; you just have to make some simple changes in your lifestyle.

5 Simple Hacks to Beat the Friday Slump

From drinking water to taking a walk, here are five easy and simple hacks that you can use to stay awake on Fridays.

1. Boost Your Hydration

As soon as we become exhausted, we start drinking more coffee. Excessive consumption of caffeine can result in an immediate energy drop and increase our exhaustion level. However, instead of doing this, we should drink a large glass of cold water since being mildly dehydrated is the most widespread cause of daytime exhaustion. 

2. Implement The 20-20-20 Rule

The main reason why your eyes feel fatigued when using your computer for extended periods is that your brain receives the message of being tired from your brain. One strategy that can be used to deal with this issue is adhering to the 20-20-20 rule. This involves looking at something at least 20 feet away from your computer screen every 20 minutes for 20 seconds.

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3. Curate An Upbeat Playlist

If you begin to feel sleepy, listen to some music on your headphones to get your brain cells activated. Music listening stimulates the release of dopamine, which is an important hormone that helps us stay alert and prevents us from getting bored.

4. Take A 5-Minute Walk

Sitting in the same posture for longer hours can slow your blood circulation, therefore reducing the oxygen supply to the brain and muscles. You must stand straight and should take a walk every five minutes after two hours. Walking for even five minutes will stretch your muscles, get oxygen circulating in your body, and provide you with an instant burst of energy.

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5. Clean Up Your Workspace

Having a disorganised desk means you have created chaos in your mind. Having a chaotic mind on Friday, take out five minutes to organise your desk. Throw away all the old coffee cups, arrange things properly, and make sure that your desk is spotless. This way, you will have a workout and some physical activity. Your mind will become relaxed and energetic with a spotless desk.

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