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You know all about the dangers of exhaustion. You even know that working too many hours affects your productivity, and yet there's always one more task that needs finishing one more email to write, or one more impatient customer or boss who doesn't want to wait till Monday. Here are some tips that may help you deal with pressure at work when you feel exhausted.
Don't save sleeping time.
Not only does a good night's sleep improve your mood and cognitive ability, but it helps you grow brain cells. Sleep deprivation(匮乏) is associated with a lot of mental and physical illness, and will actually make you age more quickly. Whatever else you have to forego to give way to work and meet the demands of your crazy job, make sure getting a good night's sleep every night is one of your priorities.
Get plenty of exercise.
Exercise is a known mood elevator and stress killer, as well as something that your body needs to remain healthy. There's evidence that a daily two-mile walk can help your cognitive function. So fit some exercise in your schedule every day or follow Steve Jobs' example and conduct meetings while walking.
Take brief breaks during the day.
Even a few minutes between meetings and phone calls will make a big difference. And also, go outside during these breaks. Sunlight and fresh air can do a lot of good.
Put a vacation on your calendar.
Having a vacation on your calendar will give you something to look forward to. And as the date approaches, do not reschedule whatever happens. Taking a vacation will give your mind a rest. You might be surprised at how reinvigorated (振作的) and inspired you'll be getting back to work.
Schedule evening and weekend activities.
This will give your week some variety—it won't all be about your job. It will be better if your off-hours activities involve other people you care about, such as your spouse, partner, kids, or friends.
21. What might be the purpose of the passage?
A. To show the danger of stress and overwork.
B. To tell us some skills of improving work efficiency.
C. To persuade people not to work overtime.
D. To tell us how to get through high-stress times at work.
22. What does the underlined word “forego” in Paragragh2 mean?
A. Carry out. B. Focus on. C. Give up. D. Get over.
23. What can you do to give your mind a rest?
A. Take a vacation. B. Save sleeping time.
C. Conduct meeting while walking. D. Plan weekend activities.
