Working from home has many perks, but it’s easy to get stuck in a rut. While this won’t be the first blog to provide tips on how to keep your mental health in great shape while working from home, we hope this list will be a helpful resource and give you some fresh ideas.
- Create “white space” on your calendar during both the week and on the weekends. White space is scheduled time with nothing specifically planned. Basically, block a “blank” meeting. White space is very helpful in preventing burn-out, allowing you to tap into a more relaxed, creative state which fosters more positive vibes in life and more productivity at work.
- Get fresh air often. Set a timer and pop outside for a short break a few times a day.
- Go for a walk with a neighbor on your lunch break.
- Stand up, stretch and do small exercises several times a day.
- Plan field trips – work from a nearby coffee shop or park (tether wi-fi from your phone and pack a picnic!) for a change of scenery.
- Take a call while on a walk versus sitting at your desk.
- If you have an outdoor sitting area, plan on spending a morning or afternoon working from there a couple of times per week.
- When it’s time to call it a day, shut off your computer. Work will still be there tomorrow.
- Take some time and spruce up your home work station. Perhaps invest in a new desk plant, coaster or coffee cup – something that will perk you up and bring you joy!
It’s extremely important to catch signs of burn-out early in order to take care of both your physical and mental health. Learn more about Things to Look Out For While Working Remotely. Taking care of yourself should be a top priority and quality employers should support this and provide resources to help you should you need it.
Whether you are working from home permanently or you’ll be returning to the office full-time or part-time soon, we hope these tips will be helpful to you!