How to quickly refresh oneself when feeling drowsy

When feeling drowsy, the following methods can help quickly refresh the mind:

1. Drink stimulating beverages: Beverages such as coffee, strong tea, or energy drinks contain caffeine and other ingredients that effectively stimulate the central nervous system, helping to refresh the mind. However, it is important to control the amount consumed and avoid adverse effects such as insomnia or palpitations that may result from long-term excessive consumption.

2. Increase physical activity: Simple exercises such as walking, stretching, or doing calisthenics can promote blood circulation and release hormones such as endorphins, placing the body in a mildly excited state, thus refreshing the mind. However, excessive exercise that leads to overexertion should be avoided.

3. Use sensory stimulation: Inhaling pungent odors such as camphor oil or menthol ointment, or applying mint oil to acupoints such as the temples can stimulate alertness through the senses of smell and touch. Additionally, washing the face with cold water can quickly stimulate the nervous system and increase wakefulness.

4. Practice deep breathing: Deep breathing to increase oxygen intake can help improve mental alertness. Try inhaling for a count of four and exhaling for a count of seven, repeating several times.

5. Listen to energizing music: Choosing fast-paced and uplifting music can stimulate the brain and improve concentration and alertness.

6. Massage acupoints: Massaging acupoints such as the temples and Fengchi (GB20) can stimulate blood circulation, improve cerebral blood supply, and thus refresh the mind.

If you frequently experience extreme fatigue or find that the above methods do not relieve your tiredness, seek medical attention promptly.