Summer is the time to envy the lush foliage in other people’s gardens, but there’s an easy way to bring it home, even if you don’t have outdoor space.
Even a microbreak of 3 minutes could lower your heart rate and improve your work accuracy.
Houseplants can be a great way to purify the air and minimise indoor air pollution. And greenery can help you concentrate better; one study showed that when employees could view plants from their desk, they performed better in a specific test of concentration by 19%.
So get out your watering can and go green!
Read more about houseplants or listen to the full episode of Just One Thing.
11. Exercise in short bursts
When it’s hot it’s hard to summon the motivation to exercise. But it turns out that ‘exercise snacking’ – short bursts of activity – can be as good for you as one 30-minute session!
It can help you lose weight, reduce your blood pressure and lower cholesterol. Plus, every minute counts; just 2 minutes of stair climbing a few times a day can give noticeable benefits after eight weeks.
So rather than dreading that 5k run, try some smaller, more manageable bites of exercise.
Read more about exercising in short bursts or listen to the full episode of Just One Thing.
12. Take a break
You’re sitting at your desk. The sun beams down on the street outside, an ice cream van tinkles in the distance… and your concentration is completely gone.
But letting your mind wander can be beneficial! It’s important for creative thinking, improving mood, decision-making and mental resilience.
Even a microbreak of 3 minutes could lower your heart rate and improve your work accuracy. Plus, it’s good for your eyes to look away from a screen.
It’s not lazy, it’s science!
Read more about taking a break or listen to the full episode of Just One Thing.
So why not improve your wellbeing this summer with Just One Thing?
