When the brain works too much

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Overworked brain causes serious health and work problems. If not well controlled, this condition can make the body increasingly exhausted.

1. Signs that the brain is working too much

Mental exhaustion, body exhaustion and a series of health problems will occur if we cannot regulate the working time of the brain. The following are signs that the brain is working too much:
Feeling heavy or uncomfortable Cognitive and emotional decline Not being enthusiastic about things that normally bring you joy Abdominal pain and digestive problems Headaches Decreased appetite Insomnia, sleep disturbances You may also experience other changes in mood and emotions. Skepticism, apathy, lack of motivation, and difficulty concentrating are all signs of an overworked brain.

2. How to recover when the brain is working too much

2.1. Meet basic physical needs

Get enough sleep Cutting the time you sleep each day makes you quickly exhausted and takes more work to get things done. The amount of sleep everyone gets can vary, but try to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night.
Eat right When you spend too much time working, you tend to use fast food instead of a complete and reasonable diet. To enhance brain productivity, make sure to supplement with the necessary nutrients.
In addition, pay attention to drink enough water and eat in moderation. Sometimes you feel like you're too busy to eat, but hunger can lower your blood sugar and leave your body without enough energy to work.
If you feel too stressed and too busy to prepare a proper meal, stick to nutritious snacks, such as fruit, yogurt, raw vegetables and nuts.
Exercise If you feel your ability to concentrate is declining, take a break from your desk and go outside to exercise, if possible. This will bring a lot of benefits when the brain is overworked.
Try to spend at least 2.5 hours a week doing moderate exercise. A 15-minute walk at break time helps to rest the brain, improve mood, bring clarity and even relieve stress. You could spend those 15 minutes getting more done, but you'll definitely be more productive if you allow yourself a break.
Show affection Intimate contact (including sex) can be beneficial when the brain is overworked. This helps reduce stress, improve your mood, and help you sleep better. Being in contact with your partner erases the emptiness, which helps alleviate feelings of emotional stress.

2.2. Change the way you look at work

After you've done everything you can to meet your physical needs, rethink how you view your work. Maybe you have to get something done, but there really isn't enough time or energy to do it. In this case, you need to stop for a moment to change the way you work.
Break down the work Thinking about having to complete a big project can leave you feeling drained and your brain shutting down. You find it too difficult and even impossible to start. Instead, try breaking the big job down into smaller chunks. Each piece of work, when considered separately, is easier to manage and execute. Try to focus on what you're doing, avoid thinking about the next step when the current job is unfinished. This will help prevent your brain from working too hard and make it easier to switch from one task to another.
Seek help Contact colleagues, friends, family members, partners or anyone you can to ask for help. Difficult jobs often require the help of many people to complete. However, they don't necessarily do anything directly for you. Sometimes just listening to you vent can help you feel better.
Satisfied with the results Even if you devote all your mental resources to a project, the results sometimes leave you feeling unsatisfied.
Instead of being disappointed with the result, try to think about all the hard work you put in and the process of making it happen. You can't always get a job done exactly as you envisioned it. There are times when you need to get things done as quickly as possible to preserve your health.

2.3. Change work habits

When the brain is overworked, it will be difficult for you to retain and recall all the information that you have spent hours studying. The following work habits will help you be more productive.
Taking notes at work We all face challenges of staying focused at work as well as in school. In a long day with a lot of work to do, it will be difficult for you to remember everything that happens and it always takes too much time to work.
Writing everything down will help you keep things in mind and prioritize things. Taking notes also helps you stay alert, focused, and has material to review later.
Try a new way of working When you encounter a deadlock at work, you should stop for a moment to consider implementing a new way of doing things. Doing work in a different way can make a difference in energy levels, perception, and results.
Bringing nature into the workspace Nature has always had a positive impact on mental and physical health. This is especially helpful when the brain is overworked.
Research shows that adding plants to the study area helps you to increase focus and reduce stress, leading to increased work productivity.
Change your workspace If you feel mentally exhausted as soon as you start working, consider moving to another space, if possible. A change in environment can help re-establish your focus.
Adjust work schedule Working at the end of the day is often more difficult because this is when the brain is not most active. Try adjusting your work hours so that you can do important tasks at times when you feel most alert, such as after breakfast.
Proactively find ways to deal with stress When feeling stressed, you need to try to clearly identify the cause. Even the smallest things can be a stressor, like making an appointment to see a friend or thinking about a birthday present. If necessary, you should see your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Take time to relax To avoid your brain working too much, you should take time for yourself. Self-care plays a big part in staying healthy and reducing stress. This includes things like staying active, getting enough sleep, eating well, and making time for things you enjoy.
Overwork of the brain causes stress, exhaustion and negative emotions. To manage stress and improve your physical and mental health, you need to meet basic physical needs, change the way you look at work, and change your work habits.
It can be seen that if we spend too much time working, it will have negative effects on our mental and physical health. Therefore, pay attention to everything you need to give your body time to rest, ensure a healthy life and limit disease.

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Reference source: healthline.com