Working from home has become the new normal for many of us.
The global coronavirus pandemic caused workplaces across the UK to shut their doors overnight and, where possible, switch to remote working models.
It meant that suddenly, millions of office workers around the country found themselves logging into their emails from home, joining endless Zoom calls and working virtually. Now it looks as though this way of working is here to stay for many people.
If you’re one of them, it may have impacted you in different ways. Interrupted sleep, lack of exercise, emotional and mental health issues and poor nutrition are just some of the unforeseen side-effects of lockdown that have taken their toll on the nation’s workers. And with the lack of an office space to differentiate home life from work life, maintaining focus and a good work-life balance has become more challenging.
PROS AND CONS OF WORKING FROM HOME
Before the pandemic, life was much simpler. You’d wake up, travel to work, spend your day with colleagues, and then come home to relax and recharge.Having your workday and home life in the same place blurs these lines and makes it more challenging to stay focused and easier to get distracted. Some of the benefits of homeworking include:
You don’t have to commute
You can listen to your own music
You can fit your work around your household chores
Staying on top of the laundry, washing the pots and watering the plants are usually evening or weekend jobs. But, working from home has meant you can stick a load of washing in on your lunch break, and it’s done and dusted by the time you finish work, leaving you with a chilled-out evening to watch a movie, or a weekend to spend time with your family instead of worrying about the dishes.
FIVE WAYS TO STAY PRODUCTIVE
If you are likely to be working at home for some time yet, or if your business has decided to adopt a more flexible approach to working, then try the following ways to help you stay productive…Create a dedicated workspace
Dress for success
Take scheduled breaks
Whether it’s to load the washing machine or take a short walk outside, getting up and away from your desk will help you be more focused when completing essential tasks. It’s also important for your overall health to regularly get up out of your chair and stand or walk for at least a few minutes.
Invest in the right equipment
Many employers have helped their staff out during the pandemic in getting the right equipment for their home workspaces. For example, ergonomic chairs and desks to help with posture, while noise-cancelling headphones can help blot out distractions for those in busy households, especially when schools are closed and the kids are around 24/7.
Make human contact
Working from home can become extremely lonely, especially if you’re used to a bustling office full of chatter. Making time to meet a friend or colleague during lunch or organising a short Zoom call to break up your working day and help you stay connected will help boost your focus.
DON'T FORGET YOUR NUTRITION
The tips above will go some way to helping you stay focused and productive while working from home. But you shouldn’t neglect the basic building blocks of positive overall health and wellbeing.Eating well, exercising regularly and staying connected will help you to maintain good mental and physical health.
If you’re concerned that you may be missing out on certain nutrients or need a helping hand to relax and unwind, then natural supplementation can help.
If you’re stuck indoors for long periods, you might not be getting the sun exposure your body needs to produce Vitamin D.
This vital nutrient is essential for the development of healthy bones, joints, teeth and muscles. But if you don’t spend long enough in the sunshine, you might not be getting enough. A high-quality natural Vitamin D supplement will help top up any shortfall.
And if you are suffering from stress or anxiety and need some help to relax and unwind, Nutri-Calm can help you stay soothed and settled during times of pressure.
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