Tips to Chase Away Drowsiness & the Sleepy Spells at Work

Whatever your job may be, you’ve likely experienced drowsiness during working hours. Anyone can shake off occasional “zoning out” from a lack of sleep.  Feeling tired while on the job stretches out an already long day and can certainly impede your productivity.  However, for many, drowsiness at work can be downright dangerous.

What can we do to chase away drowsiness and the sleepy spells during working hours?

Get Up

When you’re tired during work, get up and move. A short walk will do you good. It will wake muscles up, encouraging increased blood flow to extremities.  While you’re at it, take the time to kick your circulation up a notch by splashing cold water on your face. This can make you feel more awake and can temporarily renew your energy. Taking breaks in general is important. A good rule of thumb is to take a five-minute break for every 25 minutes of work – particularly if work involves long periods of sitting. And perhaps you will find a spark of creative energy with that change of scenery!

Up for a Massage?

We aren’t pulling out the massage tables in the office here. But what can we do in its place? If you can break away long enough, try rubbing or pressing on these body pressure points for a jolt of energy:

  • Just below the balls of your feet
  • Between your index finger and thumb
  • The back of your neck

Got Tunes?

Why not awaken your senses with some lively music?  Music will get your mind off of feeling tired and offer a bit of distraction.  Playing your favorite tunes will boost your mood as well.

Freshen Up

Try to keep the temperature a little cooler and avoid overly heated work rooms. To keep your energy level up and your blood flowing, welcome fresh air into the room. No windows? Bring in a fan, close those eyes for a moment and picture the ocean.

You’ve Got a Friend

Connecting with friends from time to time during work can offer a much-needed energy boost and distraction when drowsy. A quick text or talk with a family member or a friend can really offer the laugh or support that you may need.  And remember: talk about anything but work.

Grab a Healthy Snack

Reaching for some healthy proteins such as a handful of mixed nuts or a rice cake with peanut butter will give you a much-needed energy boost.  Staying hydrated is also very important.  While grabbing a cup of coffee will give you an immediate boost, water will keep you feeling refreshed and awake throughout the day.  So, fill that bottle of water.

Staying awake at work is easier when you use these tips. Taking breaks, getting enough sleep before starting another shift and listening to music are things we can all do to be refreshed happier employees.

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Drowsy Driving: Do You Need to Pull Over and Rest?

Some Statistics:  

The statistics surrounding drowsy driving accidents are staggering. Lives are ended and families are devastated by the severe impact of driving while fatigued. 

According to the National Sleep Foundation, about half of U.S. adult drivers admit to consistently getting behind the wheel while feeling drowsy.

About 20% admit to falling asleep behind the wheel at some point in the past year – with more than 40% admitting this has happened at least once in their driving careers.

An estimated 5,000 people died in 2015 in crashes involving drowsy driving, according to a Governors Highway Safety Association report. 

Have you ever driven while very tired? If yes, clearly, you are not alone.  But it can be hard to tell when it is time to pull over. When that first wave of exhaustion hits, drivers tend to think to themselves, “Oh, I’ll be fine. I can handle it.” But staying behind the wheel while fatigued puts you and others at risk.

Who will it hurt if you stop and take a quick nap or pull into a hotel for a good night’s sleep? The bigger question is: who will it hurt if you don’t?

How Do You Know If You’re Fatigued Behind the Wheel?                                                          

You might need to stop and rest if you notice the following while you’re driving:

  • A feeling of irritability or restlessness
  • You hit the rumble strip on the shoulder of the road (now you know why those are there)
  • You find yourself tailgating or drifting from your lane
  • You can’t keep your head up
  • You’re rubbing your eyes or yawning repeatedly
  • You are missing traffic signs, or you missed your exit
  • Having trouble remembering which lane you were just in or the last couple of miles
  • Feeling disconnected, wandering thoughts, or daydreaming
  • Heavy eyelids, frequent blinking, or difficulty focusing

If any of these signs or symptoms of drowsy driving occur, it’s time to pull over. If someone else is driving and you notice any of these symptoms in him, alert him immediately and insist that he either trade with you or pull over to rest.  Being a supportive passenger can make a very big difference.

Steps to Prevent Drowsy Driving:                                                                                                                 

While life can feel overwhelming, especially when it includes a lengthy commute or a long-distance drive, there are steps you can take before you get behind the wheel.  First, get enough sleep, in anticipation of your drive.  Adults need a minimum of seven hours of sleep and young adults need eight.  Second, try to stick to a sleep schedule.  Third, if you have symptoms of a sleep disorder, such as snoring or feeling endlessly sleepy, talk to your doctor about treatments.  Finally, avoid drinking alcohol or taking medications that increase drowsiness.  Make sure to check medicinal labels for warnings.

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As a truck driver, completing shifts that involve long overnight drives can be a common occurrence. Such jobs can be challenging, especially when one needs to stay awake after drowsiness kicks in. In addition, experts advise against driving between midnight through 6AM because drowsiness is a major cause of automobile accidents. Studies have shown driving while drowsy can be more dangerous than driving while intoxicated.

In many cases, truck drivers do not have the luxury of taking short naps during long trips; let alone getting seven to eight hours of sleep before setting out. Fortunately, Driver’s Friend® has come to aid with these issues until sleep can be safely achieved. Our company created a revolutionary chewable wafer that was designed specifically with truck drivers’ needs in mind.

Understanding Drivers Friend® Energy Chews

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Why Should Truck Drivers Try Driver’s Friend® Energy Chews?

If a truck driver pushes on even though he or she is to the point of exhaustion, the following risks increase:

  • Falling asleep
  • Accidents
  • Slower reaction time
  • Heavy eyelids
  • Frequent blinking
  • Difficulty focusing
  • Disconnected and wandering thoughts (daydreaming)
  • Missing traffic signs and exits
  • Difficulty remembering the last few miles driven
  • Rubbing one’s eyes
  • Constant yawning
  • Trouble keeping one’s head up
  • Hitting a shoulder rumble strip
  • Tailgating
  • Drifting from one’s lane
  • Feeling irritable and restless

Some techniques that truck drivers use to stay awake include stopping to get a cup of coffee; which takes time to stop then leads to subsequent bathroom breaks, avoid heavy meals prior to driving, keep air conditioning on or open windows, and turning the radio on and off to name a few. But, if you are looking for a more convenient answer to help get through the lack of energy and focus and only takes a few seconds; Driver’s Friend® chewable wafers are perfect to assist in these situations. Just open the packet, pop in your mouth and chew — now you are good to go! No stopping required!

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