🧊 Cool Heads Lead Better: How to Beat the Summer Heat

✍️By Oralia Acosta | WBN News | June 5, 2025 | Click HERE for your FREE Subscription to WBN News and/or to be a Contributor.

The heat is rising — and so is the risk of burnout, brain fog, and flat-out fatigue. Summer in the South is no joke, and if you’re running a business, you can’t afford to overheat mentally or physically.

Staying cool isn’t just about comfort. It’s about keeping your performance sharp, your mind calm, and your body resilient. Heat can affect your mood, concentration, hydration, and even your decision-making capacity.

Here’s how to keep your cool — and your edge — when temperatures soar:

👕 Dress smart. Choose light colors like white, beige, or pale gray. Dark fabrics absorb heat. Light colors reflect it — helping your body stay cooler throughout the day. Opt for linen, cotton, or a blend that is mostly cotton or linen. These breathable materials allow for better airflow and sweat evaporation.

💧 Hydrate often. Drink water before you feel thirsty. Add lemon or cucumber to keep it refreshing and electrolyte-rich.

🌬️ Circulate air. Use fans, shade, and indoor breezeways to reduce ambient temperature. Park in the shade. Use blinds. Open windows strategically.

🕒 Adjust your schedule. If possible, do outdoor or intense tasks in the early morning or late evening when it’s cooler.

🥗 Eat water-rich foods. Watermelon, cucumber, berries, leafy greens — nature’s hydration helpers.

🌿 Cool your pulse points. Apply a cool cloth or rinse your wrists with cold water to quickly reduce body heat.

Your brain and body work better when they’re not fighting the weather.

Stay light. Stay sharp. And stay in the zone — no matter the temperature.

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