How Light, Breathing, and Posture Quietly Control Your Energy
How Light, Breathing, and Posture Quietly Control Your Energy Have you ever felt tired, unfocused, or irritated for no clear reason? It may not be your diet or motivation. It may be the signals your body is receiving all day long. Light Tells Your Brain When to Wake Up Natural light is one of the strongest signals for your internal clock. Morning light increases alertness, improves mood, and helps regulate sleep later at night. Without enough natural light, the brain stays in a low-energy state. Breathing Controls Your Nervous System Most people breathe shallowly without noticing. Shallow breathing sends a stress signal to the brain. Slow breathing does the opposite. It activates the parasympathetic nervous system — the body’s recovery mode. Your Posture Affects More Than M...