Being tired is the worst. We’re not talking about feeling a little groggy upon waking up or wanting to take a catnap on a Saturday afternoon. We mean that can’t-keep-your-eyes-open-at-your-desk feeling. When you are that fatigued, it is impossible to get anything done. You can’t focus, you feel foggy, and your judgment is greatly impaired. […]

Stress from any source can have detrimental effects on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Tension, whether it’s caused by your job, financial situation, family, or a traumatic event such as a death, triggers a surge in hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. A rise in these hormones can ultimately lead to fatigue and some […]

Food is fuel for your body and therefore affects your energy level. To maintain optimal energy for your lifestyle, you have to be smart with your nutritional choices. Ironically, the very foods associated with quick energy — concentrated sources of sugar, such as candy or soda — are the very foods you should avoid if […]

We’ve all been groggy and unfocused at work due to lack of sleep, either because of choices we made or circumstances out of our control. The immediate effects of skimping on sleep are obvious: sluggishness and cravings for more coffee and a nap. But there are less obvious signs that you are too tired: becoming […]