Overcoming the 3PM Slump
Did these thoughts happen before you took action?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
...Maybe I need something sweet, or maybe I just need a latte or...wait, I could also have a couple of cookies too...not the whole box but just a few to enjoy with my latte...And then I'll be able to make it through to dinner...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sound familiar? (I know this used to my daily routine...yes I was a full-blown sugar addict from a young age to my mid 20's. It's true! I'll save the sweet details for another time..)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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This routine of the 3PM slump has been contributing to your low energy. It's a vicious cycle of spiking blood sugar levels and having dropped sharply. Having you reach again for caffeine + processed carbs to drive the blood sugar back up again. This whole pattern will leave you feeling tired and your body seeking relief from these choices. Your body will respond to this habit with symptoms you don't particularly enjoy.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Pounding headaches, feelings of anxiousness, and a sense of urgency. Not what you want to be feeling all. the. time. These symptoms are exhausting! Want a few tips to help break this cycle?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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1. Start the day with a nutrient-dense breakfast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. Swap your coffee for herbal tea ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
3. Go for a walk⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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It doesn't take massive shifts in habits to start boosting energy. Now that you have these tips let me know what positive results happen for you.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀