In this blessed month of Ramadan, of course, there are challenges to stay productive in undergoing fasting. However, you can still be productive during this fasting month if you plan it well. Don't worry! With a few simple tips, we can maintain our productivity and quality of work during this blessed month. Let's check this out some of the tips below!
1. Make daily plans and prioritize tasks
Make a detailed daily schedule by planning ahead of time at night such as making a time schedule for work, worship and rest. Focus also on the most important and urgent tasks by planning them in the morning because it has better energy and concentration it in the morning. Avoid procrastinating work so as not to accumulate and cause stress. Then save lighter tasks towards the end of the day. It's an effective way to stay focused and productive throughout the day.
2. Get enough rest
During Ramadan, we tend to sleep less because we have to wake up for suhoor. It's important to get enough sleep to focus on work the next day. Adequate rest helps maintain stamina and concentration during activities, especially when the body condition is in the process of adjusting to changing eating and sleeping patterns during Ramadan. In this context, adequate rest not only refers to adequate sleep time each night, but also includes short breaks during the day during the workday if needed. Short breaks can help you refresh your mind. Try to take a break every hour or two to stretch your legs, go for a walk, or just rest and relax. And always remember that taking regular breaks is not a waste of time, but rather an investment in your productivity and well-being.
3. Take advantage of suhoor time
Suhoor is an important time to replenish energy before fasting. Be sure to eat nutritious foods to stay energized throughout the day. Avoid fatty and heavy foods that can make you feel tired and lethargic. Launching from hellosehat.com there are several examples of healthy foods to eat at suhoor, including:
Brown rice
Protein-rich foods, such as eggs, fish and chicken breast
Fruits such as bananas and watermelons
Vegetable soup, legumes
Oatmeal.
The right choice of intake can provide energy, hydrate the body, control appetite, and meet nutritional balance during fasting.
4. Avoid caffeine
The importance of paying attention to caffeine intake during the fasting month to maintain health and comfort of the body. Caffeine can affect sleep patterns, which can interfere with productivity during activity. Reported by Flokq.com, caffeine also increases urination, therefore it will reduce your body fluids and will make you feel thirsty the next day. By avoiding caffeine, you can maximize your energy and concentration during work in the fasting month.
5. Observe the procedures of worship
The most important part of Ramadan is to pay close attention to the procedures of worship to ensure that worship is done correctly and solemnly. If consistency in worship was a challenge before this blessed month, Ramadan is the time for you to fix this. By understanding these tips, you will experience greater spiritual and mental benefits. This can increase motivation and productivity in carrying out daily activities. Last but not least, worship with all sincerity.
By following these tips, it is hoped that you can stay productive and carry out worship well during Ramadan. Hopefully this article is useful for those of you who work in the fasting month. Happy fasting with enthusiasm!
Sources:
Check out 7 Tips to Stay Productive During Fasting | Flokq Blog
7 Tips to Stay Motivated at Work during Ramadan | British Council Foundation Indonesia