BRAIN DRAIN

TOP TIPS ON HOW TO RECHARGE AND REFOCUS YOUR GREY MATTER

Our lives are charging along at a mile a minute and juggling family life, a career and good health is an exhausting process.

So, if you’re think it’s becoming all too much, here is some helpful advice to clear the mind clutter and get you back on track.

Complete just one thing: When your mind is racing, it’s often impossible to prioritise – adding to that overwhelming sense of chaos.

To combat this, make a "to-do list" and banish one item (no matter how small).

Need to call the bank, mow the lawn or go grocery shopping? Then pick a task and do it.

Once completed, put a line through it and move on.

Your list is getting shorter and your mind is better focussed because it’s not trying to juggle 20 items at once. Small victories lead to bigger tasks being completed. Don’t be frightened to ask for help: Often when we become overwhelmed, it’s because we struggle tackling too many tasks all alone.

Maybe we don’t want to ask for help because it indicates weakness or creates a sense that we’re not good at our job – whatever the reason, put that hand up if you’re drowning.

At work, at home, within your circle of friends – there is always someone who will be prepared to ease your burden if they see you stressed and struggling.

Think of it as a temporary “reboot” to get you back on track. Who knows – you might be able to repay the favour when you get your own house in order.

Always plan ahead: I know it’s hard – especially when your brain is cooked from trying to complete all the day’s errands, but making that list is a great way to increase your sense of control and add some direction for the coming week.

Ignore what’s happened in the past and you can hit the road running with renewed energy and focus because you know how you’re going to face the challenges ahead.