If you yawn your way through most work days, you’re in good company, as one in three Americans admit they’re drained before the day even starts. A new survey uncovers what’s draining our precious energy the most and leaving us so tired.
According to the poll of 2-thousand U.S. adults, a lack of good quality sleep is the biggest energy sucker, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg.
- Beyond not getting proper rest (42%), our jobs (33%), and never-ending housework and chores (28%) are draining us, as are financial worries (26%), and even bad weather (20%) and dull social interactions (19%).
- All of that is leaving us physically worn out, but there are a lot of other things draining our social batteries, too, and being interrupted or talked over is the biggest one.
- Awkward small talk, talking to strangers, unsolicited advice, office gossip, overly personal chats with coworkers and networking events also leave us running on empty.
- More than half (56%) of respondents believe staying hydrated makes a difference with their energy levels, but that doesn’t mean they’re drinking enough water.
- The average person only drinks 5.3 cups a day, much less than the recommended eight to nine cups.
- The survey also reveals the time most Americans start to crash is 11:54 a.m., just before lunch.
- When that mid-day slump hits, people power through with a quick caffeine boost (25%), turning up the music (15%) or sneaking in a nap (14%).
- Others count on exercise or mindful movement to help them shake off the slump (13%) or taking a break outside in nature (8%).
- If they could reclaim an hour of daily energy, the top thing people would use it for is to unwind and relax (15%), followed by being physically active or working out (14%), and getting more sleep (13%).
- But some would choose spending more quality time with loved ones (10%), while others would catch up on chores (9%).
Source: Talker