Taking care of your body and mind is important, especially for people in the remote work sector. If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it’s that health is a top priority for all of us. Here are a few wellness tips that a remote worker needs to keep in mind:
Establish A Routine
Setting a schedule and getting into a routine can become a recipe for success for any remote worker. Here’s a few things you to try out:
Set Up A Start Of Day Routine
Having a consistent routine can help you get into the right frame of mind to work. Get a coffee, take a shower, get dressed, do whatever you normally would do to start your day right.
Create A Schedule – And Stick To It
A schedule can be very helpful in maintaining work-life balance. Mark the tasks that you need to complete and schedule them to be done. Be prepared if things don’t go as planned, and be flexible enough with your schedule to ensure thighs get done.
Learn To Prioritize
Look over your tasks and prioritize the most important ones to be completed or worked on first.
Separate Your Work Space From Your Personal Space
It is imperative that remote workers have a work space that is separate from their personal space. This separation makes it easier to take breaks and quit working at the end of the day.A few more tips to accomplish this are:
Optimize Your Work Space
Personalizing plants or family pictures, adding adequate lighting and keeping your desk neat and clean can all help with productivity.
Limit Or Eliminate Distractions
Removing distractions like TVs, establishing quiet times for when you work or are in a meeting, or keeping away from interruptions can help with productivity.
Remember To Unplug At The End Of The Day
Remote workers can often have difficulty unplugging from work. This can be bad for your overall wellness and productivity as it can increase stress and lead to burnout. Instead, resist the temptation to check work emails and focus instead on unwinding and rest.
Physical Health Is Important, Too!
It can be easy to stay seated for hours, especially when you’re very busy with work. This unhealthy lifestyle can take a toll on your physical health in the long run. So what can you do? Here’s a few wellness tips to remember:
Exercise, Exercise, Exercise
Never underestimate the power of exercise. Incorporating a short walk or a few exercises to your daily routine, or even taking the time to stand up and stretch can do wonders for your body, not to mention giving your eyes a rest from the computer screen.
Create An Ergonomic Work Space
When you set up your work space, think of ergonomics. Avoid work areas that force you to hunch over, use comfortable office chairs, use pillows to support your back. Adequate lighting also helps ease eye strain.
Eat Healthy
Avoid unhealthy, high on salt and sugar snacks. Instead, stock up on healthy and nutritious meals. Avoid snacks like chips and sweets and choose fresh fruits and salads instead when you feel the urge to eat a snack. Remember to hydrate as well!
Take Time Off If You Feel Sick
Even if you’re working from home, you should still be sensitive to your body’s condition. Take the time to rest and heal, instead of forcing yourself to work through your illness.
Prioritize Your Mental Health
People working from home can easily forget that mental wellness is just as important as physical wellness. Remote work can be an isolating experience and taking care of your mental health becomes paramount. Here are a few ways to take care of your mental health:
Ask For Help
IF you feel like you’re struggling, it is all right to reach out and ask for help. Family, colleagues, friends and trained mental health professionals are there to help you.
Communicate
Take the time to socialize and talk with people other than your remote teammates. Make your communications with colleagues more personal by turning on your camera during meetings.
Mindfulness Exercises Help
Setting aside time to meditate, to do yoga exercise or even for a quiet moment of self reflection can do wonders for your mental health.
Take A Break
Taking a break is a good way to refresh and refocus your mind and body. From a short break to lunch breaks and vacations, don’t be afraid to use your time off to get back in gear.
Wellness is an important facet of work, be it remote or in person. Follow these tips for a better work-life balance better overall health.
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