Mental resilience and workplace survival: The philosophy of allowing "vulnerability" and the physical and mental recovery of night shift workers.

Men have always projected a tough, masculine image, but from a health perspective, this "tough love" approach is highly inadvisable. Men sometimes need to acknowledge their vulnerability, and there are six situations where they shouldn't push themselves through: First, when fatigued. Fatigue is the body's automatic warning sign that it needs to recover; ignoring it can lead to chronic illness. Second, when ill. After middle age, immunity declines, and forcibly enduring minor discomforts like headaches, fever, and backaches can easily develop into serious conditions. Third, when using the toilet. Holding in bowel movements can lead to habitual constipation, hemorrhoids, and even rectal cancer, while holding in urine can cause lower abdominal pain and urinary tract infections.

Furthermore, one should not force oneself to endure certain lifestyle and dietary habits. Forcing oneself to consume caffeine to stimulate the nerves when feeling drowsy at night can lead to neurasthenia and high blood pressure; delaying meals when hungry can cause abdominal pain, fainting, or ulcers; and forcing oneself to endure thirst is even more dangerous, as thirst is a signal of cellular dehydration, and it is essential to develop a habit of drinking water regularly. By acknowledging and accommodating these physiological needs, men can effectively avoid bodily damage caused by improper adherence to certain habits.

In the modern workplace, night shifts are a common occurrence for many men. Night shifts disrupt the normal biological clock, easily leading to poor sleep, weakness, and lethargy. To minimize this harm, men working night shifts must ensure precise dietary supplementation. Firstly, they should eat plenty of foods rich in Vitamin A, such as animal liver, egg yolks, and carrots, as Vitamin A participates in the synthesis of rhodopsin, significantly improving adaptability to dim light and relieving eye strain. Secondly, due to the high intensity of night shift work, protein intake should account for more than half of total calories, with animal protein making up half, to provide essential amino acids.

Scientifically scheduling meal times is crucial for the physical and mental recovery of night shift workers. Taking a 10 PM to 6 AM shift as an example, breakfast should be between 6:30 AM and 7 AM, lunch between 11 AM and 12 PM, dinner between 4 PM and 5 PM, and a midnight meal around midnight. Avoid skipping lunch to stay up late, as this will lead to an energy deficit. Furthermore, midnight meals should consist of light, warm, and easily digestible foods, avoiding greasy animal fats and opting for vegetable oils. By adjusting their diet and sleep schedule in this way, even men working night shifts can maintain a strong foundation for their health, allowing work and well-being to go hand in hand.