Write an article based on this "Return your eyes to the prize. Invest in your work space. Visualize yourself completing your task. Approach your goals as if they were objectives in a game."
article: Over time, you may have lost sight of the reasons behind your major goals. You may be so busy or pressured that you have forgotten your personal reasons for doing your task. However, your reasons for doing a thing are the driving force behind your motivation. Ask yourself, "Why am I doing this? Is this helping me achieve my big goals and targets? Why do I want to achieve these goals and targets?" Knowing these reasons can help you feel motivated. Evaluating your reasons for doing something is also an effective way of taking stock of your priorities. Over time, your priorities may have changed so that your goal is less important. "Unimportant" tasks can be hard to get motivated about. Occasionally take some time to re-evaluate your major goals. Have your dreams changed? Do you still feel like you can accomplish them? What steps do you need to take to achieve those dreams? If, as an example, you dreaded going to work every day in a dark basement office without any windows, that feeling would make it hard for you to be motivated. A comfortable, pleasant work space, on the other hand, will keep you positive and motivated. Equipment that is too large, small, or old might cause discomfort or pain, especially with prolonged use. Choose equipment that fits you well, and follow the care instructions to know when replacement is necessary. Chronically dark places can lead to depressed moods. Try adding a few lamps to your work space or going on walks during lunch so you can get some sun. Set up pictures of your family, friends, favorite bands, and more. Personalizing your work space can make you more productive, which can give a serious boost to your motivation. This is one way that you can trick your brain into believing you can succeed. The more you believe you can succeed, the more motivated you'll be to achieve your goal. When you visualize: Imagine doing and completing your task as vividly as possible. Think about the smells, sights, and other sensations as you imagine each step from start to finish. When you're feeling especially unmotivated, you may want to get into the habit of starting out each day visualizing yourself accomplishing the major tasks of that day. This technique, called "gamification," helps make reaching goals or completing tasks challenging and fun. In gamification, you reward yourself for completing tasks and overcoming major challenges, just as you would in a video game. Try using a productivity gaming app, such as SuperBetter or HabitRPG, to help you feel like you are "levelling up" in the game of life.

Write an article based on this "Rest the vocal chords. Stay hydrated and keep your throat moist. Gargle. Avoid irritants such as smoke. Inhale steam or use air humidifiers. Try herbal remedies."
article: If you want to recover quickly, rest your vocal chords as much as possible. Talking can strain the muscles, which aggravates inflammation. Do not whisper. Contrary to popular belief, whispering doubles the stress on the larynx. Speak softly or write down what you have to say. For a speedy recovery from laryngitis, it's important to remain hydrated and keep your throat moist to relieve irritation. Drink lots of liquids and try sucking on lozenges or chewing gum. When the throat is particularly sore, warm fluids can be soothing. Try drinking lukewarm water, soup, or warm tea with honey. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which can actually increase dryness and irritation. Sucking lozenges and chewing gum help increase the production of saliva, which will relieve throat irritation. Garglingholding lukewarm water in the mouth, tilting the head back and using the muscles in the throat to make an "ahhhh" soundcan also quickly ease some of your symptoms. To experience the most benefit and recover from your laryngitis quickly, gargle several times a day for several minutes at a time. Try gargling with warm water and teaspoon of salt dissolved in the water to increase saliva production, promote healing, and relieve your symptoms faster. You can also gargle with a tablet of Aspirin dissolved in a glass of lukewarm water for pain relief. It is important to avoid swallowing the aspirin, and this mixture should not be given to children under the age of 16 to avoid the risk of choking. Some people recommend gargling mouthwash, since it is supposed to kill germs and bacteria in your mouth. Another gargling home remedy people is to try is a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar, which is thought to kill bacteria and fungi that may cause laryngitis. Smoke contributes to further inflammation of the larynx, as it will irritate and dry out the throat. Laryngitis sufferers are encouraged to quit smoking and avoid staying around smokers. Moist air can help lubricate the throat's airways and decrease inflammation, so try inhaling steam or using an air humidifier to alleviate your laryngitis. Turn on the hot water in the shower so there is plenty of steam, and spend 15 to 20 minutes inhaling the steam. You can also try inhaling the steam over a bowl of hot water. It often helps to put a towel over your head so the steam does not dissipate as quickly. Herbs have long been used to treat sore throat and other symptoms related to laryngitis, but they can cause side effects, especially when they interact with other supplements or medications. While it's best to talk with a health care professional about whether or not it is safe to use herbs to treat your laryngitis, there is a list below of some of the herbs thought to provide relief from laryngitis. Eucalyptus can soothe an irritated throat. Use fresh leaves to drink as a tea or use as a gargle. Do not drink eucalyptus oil as it is poisonous. Peppermint is similar to eucalyptus and can help treat common colds and sore throats. Do not use peppermint or menthol with infants and do not take peppermint oil by mouth. Licorice is used as a treatment for sore throat. However, consult with your doctor before eating licorice especially if you are taking medications such as aspirin or warfarin. This may affect people who are pregnant, have high blood pressure, or who have heart, liver or kidney disease. Slippery elm is thought to relieve throat irritation since it contains mucilage that coats the throat, but scientific evidence for this herbal remedy is limited. To test it on your laryngitis symptoms, mix 1 teaspoon of the powdered extract in a cup of warm water and sip slowly. Try to hold the mixture in your mouth for as long as possible before swallowing. Slippery elm might also impact the way your body absorbs medication, so talk with a healthcare expert and avoid taking other medication with slippery elm. You should also avoid this herb if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Write an article based on this "Get a change of scene. Eat an orange or grapefruit. Drink ginseng tea. Avoid caffeine and sugar later in the day. Listen to upbeat music. Take a power nap."
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Even if it's just a 10-minute walk around your office building, putting yourself in a different environment for a bit helps your brain stay active and engaged. When you find yourself getting drowsy, you'll be a lot more productive if you go ahead and take that break. Be strict about taking your breaks. Even if you have a big deadline or project, working too much will cloud your mind. Take a small break every two to three hours and you will be more productive. If you can go outside, do it - even if its raining or freezing outside. The change in temperature will shock your body out of its afternoon lull. Get up and walk around frequently. When you sit in one place for too long, your circulation is impacted - and that has a big effect on your state of mind. The smell of citrus boosts serotonin, the hormone that puts you in a positive, uplifted mood. Having some orange or grapefruit wedges - or any other type of citrus - is a great way to overcome your mid-afternoon slump. Even squeezing a lemon into your glass of water can help. Ginseng is a natural stimulant that improves brain function. Having a cup of ginseng tea or taking 100 milligrams of ginseng extract can help improve your focus. Also, It will help your brain to feel refreshed. Ask your doctor before taking supplements. Ginseng should be avoided if you have high blood pressure. You might crave a latte and a cookie when 4:00 rolls around, but caffeine and sugar will only cause you to crash after a temporary high. For sustained energy and alertness, drink water or tea instead of coffee, and eat a high-protein snack like almonds. Maybe you don't think you're in the mood, but it can't hurt to give it a try! Put on the kind of music you usually dance to come Friday night. Soon your feet will be tapping and your head will be nodding - you won't be able to help yourself. Your slightly elevated heart rate will help you perk back up in no time. You can also catch up on an article, listen to an interesting podcast, learn a language, or do anything else that will get you excited and help you refocus. Instead of resisting the urge to close your eyes, give in! Taking a 15 to 20 minute nap will go a long way toward helping you feel much more alert. An afternoon nap might be just what you need to get through the rest of the day, especially if you didn't sleep well the night before.