simply telling yourself "I am excited" shifts your demeanor from what they call a threat mindset (stressed out and apprehensive) to an opportunity mi… - Brad Stulberg

It's no wonder that when we are mentally drained we struggle with complex problems and self-control, opting for cartoons and cookies instead.

those doing intense physical activity, 10 hours is not too much. •The best way to figure out the right amount of sleep for you is to spend 10 to 14 days going to sleep when you are tired and waking up without an alarm clock. Take the average sleep time. That's what you need. •For a better night's sleep, follow these tips, consolidated from the world's leading researchers: Ensure you expose yourself to natural (i.e., non-electric) light throughout the day. This will help you maintain a healthy circadian rhythm. Exercise. Vigorous physical activity makes us tired. When we are tired, we sleep. But don't exercise too close to bedtime. Limit caffeine intake, and phase it out completely 5 to 6 hours prior to your bedtime. Only use your bed for sleep and sex. Not for eating, watching television, working on your laptop, or anything else. The one exception is reading a paper book prior to bed. Don't drink alcohol close to bedtime. Although alcohol can hasten the onset of sleep, it often

The subconscious is a crazily powerful thing," Goss told us. "It's almost like the sole reason you do the work is to set the stage for what happens when you step away." Although