12 Body Sense
Unplugged
Recharge the old-fashioned way
by Lynn J. Parentini
In today's world, most of us find ourselves stuck in one mode: always on. We're
working more hours, sleeping less, and communicating through text, email, and social
media on a seemingly nonstop basis. But just like our brains require sleep at night, they
also require some downtime during the day. If you were to operate a car, a power tool,
or any mechanical device for long periods of time without a break to cool down and
perform maintenance, it would shudder to a stop and cease to function. Your brain
needs to follow the same maintenance schedule, because the stress caused by sensory
overload won't just ruin your day—it can also ruin your health in countless ways.
12 Body Sense
