Devotion exclusively to work has become a feature of modern life. We are increasingly talking about work addiction, burnout, chronic fatigue and the like. Why this is not good we know. We often don't realize that we can do a lot with small steps. Free time and enough sleep are basic and even important factors that can significantly improve the quality of our lives.
There is an 8-8-8 rule that significantly changes our lives. The strategy of balancing eight hours of work, eight hours of leisure activities and eight hours of sleep is designed to help modern people maintain vitality and balance in the face of constant time stress and obligations. Sleep is of key importance here, a process that often becomes the "first victim" of our overcrowded lifestyle.
Photo: SamsungWhy is it important to get eight hours of sleep?
During sleep, growth hormone is secreted, which is crucial for the renewal of cells and the body's defense functions. Nerve cells in the brain rest only during sleep. Sleep affects the feeling of satisfaction, memory, concentration and many other things. On the other hand, lack of sleep increases the risk of high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack, increases appetite and can even reduce fertility.
Because of her busy schedule, actress Renee Zellweger often sacrificed sleep. "My body just didn't know when it was time to sleep," she said in W magazine, recalling a 10-day promotional tour in 10 countries while promoting Bridget Jones: The Edge of Sanity. "You don't fight it, you don't ask questions, you just let it happen, but the body remembers. After that, I learned that sleep has no price," the actress added.
If you can't sleep at night, your body is probably producing too much adrenaline and cortisol (the main stress hormone). Waking up early is often a sign of hypoglycemia, or a sudden drop in blood sugar, which probably means you're consuming a lot of sugar during the day. If you are always tired, despite getting enough hours of sleep, your worries and stress are definitely interfering with the most important part of sleep - deep sleep.
Thanks to modern technology, especially smart devices, it's easier than ever to track this important sleep cycle. A series of smart watches Galaxy Watch6 it has several features: you can customize them to your fashion style with design, color and dials, they have a faster processor and a powerful battery that lasts up to 40 hours. Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic smart watches also track sleep. When you wake up in the morning, you'll get an analysis of your sleep quality, which will help you spot any problems.
While sleeping with a smartwatch may seem uncomfortable at first glance, the Galaxy Watch allows you to swap out the strap for a comfortable fabric strap and put the watch into sleep mode. In this mode, the green LED turns to an invisible red, the screen brightness is reduced, and notifications are turned off.
Why do you need eight hours of free activities?
The 8-8-8 strategy encourages people to plan how they will use each part of the day as optimally as possible. It also helps to increase efficiency, as tasks can be scheduled around the times when we are most productive, whether business commitments or, for example, exercise, which is a very individual matter. Some argue that it is best to exercise in the morning, while others prefer to exercise in the evening without worrying about what they have to do later.
From measuring your heart rate to measuring your blood pressure to monitoring your body fat and muscle percentage, the Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic smartwatches are designed to be your personal assistant and trainer in one. They are particularly accurate because of the sensor Samsung BioActive, which combines an optical heart rate sensor, an electrical heart sensor and a fat tissue analysis sensor. If your heart rate is too high or too low, the watch will alert you as soon as you enter the desired heart rate range. So when you want to do a high-intensity workout, the Galaxy Watch6 will tell you that you're in your target range. If you're overdoing it, she'll warn you to adjust the effort a bit. These smartwatches automatically suggest workouts (more than 90 different exercises are available, but you can also create your own workout) and also suggest pace while walking, running or cycling - from warm-up to optimal mode.
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We know that smart watches are very practical, because - in addition to all other functions - they also serve us as an extension of the phone, because through them we read e-mails, exchange messages ..., so it is important that they are transparent. Better transparency is actually one of the more visible advantages of the Galaxy Watch6 series. The Galaxy Watch6 has a 20 % larger display as well as a 30 % thinner bezel.
How to be more productive in 8 hours?
With thoughtful planning and discipline, the 8-8-8 strategy can help you get the most out of every day. First of all, it increases focus, because we limit ourselves to eight hours and know that there is no deviation. This increases focus, prevents thoughts from wandering and makes you more productive in the long run. It also helps to set boundaries in life. When we don't have them, we often find ourselves overwhelmed with responsibilities and can quickly lose sight of priorities. One of the challenges of today is balancing private and professional life. By setting eight hours for work, eight hours for leisure and eight hours for rest, you can definitely create a better balance between these aspects of life. This will allow you to focus more on the things that are important outside of work that we often forget, such as family time or hobbies and sports activities.
Of course, we must be realistic and admit that the 8-8-8 strategy will not always be easily feasible in practice, due to various personal, environmental and social factors. It's hard for people to be disciplined every day. However, it is easier with careful planning. While we may not always be able to organize our lives according to the 8-8-8 strategy, it can be a valuable tool for fostering a sense of purpose and well-being in our professional and personal lives.
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