Why Do People Feel Tired in the Afternoon? The Hidden Psychology of the 2 PM Crash
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Why Do People Feel Tired in the Afternoon? The Hidden Psychology of the 2 PM Crash The 2 PM Wall: A Universal Experience The Paradox of Afternoon Fatigue Common Misconceptions: It’s Not Just Your Lunch Deep Analysis: The Biological and Social Collision Refining Our Relationship with Time Afternoon fatigue is a physiological response to the body's natural circadian rhythm, combined with the psychological depletion of 'decision fatigue' accumulated throughout the morning. This slump marks a transition point where our internal clock signals a temporary dip in alertness, regardless of how much caffeine we consume. The 2 PM Wall: A Universal Experience I’ve sat through enough data sets and user behavior logs to know that productivity isn't a straight line; it’s a jagged cliff that drops off sharply around 2:00 PM. I see it in my own work, too. You’ve had your lunch, your morning emails are c...