Maintain your work/life balance
This is much more difficult when working from home, as you now work and live in the same place. If possible, close your work space off at the end of your work day, and only use that particular room/area for work. Make sure you have set hours for work, and don’t go into this room outside those hours.
Take regular breaks
Make sure you take your lunch break and have regular screen breaks to give your eyes a rest. You can use this time to stand up and do some stretches, make a drink or just stretch your legs.
Get out of the house
To avoid feeling trapped in your own home, aim to leave the house during your work day. You could go for a walk on your lunch break, or a morning jog before you start work. Even sitting in the garden will make a difference.
Socialise
Working from home can be very isolating, as you’re not getting that social interaction you’d get when working in the office. Make time for regular video calls with colleagues, and if you need to email someone why not phone them instead?
Make a routine
Working from home can mess with your routine, as you no longer have the commute to and from work to add structure to your day. Having a routine can help us to feel more grounded, so it’s a good idea to have a routine to signify the beginning of your work day. For example, getting showered and dressed, putting on makeup, even going for a walk or jog in the time you would have been commuting to work.
Listen to music
If you find it too quiet at home by yourself and you’re missing the buzz of the office, put some music on in the background while you work, or turn the TV or radio on low.
As always, it’s important to try to eat healthily, stay hydrated and get regular exercise to stay on top of your mental health. If you’re struggling, ask for help. Speak to your manager to see if there’s anything they can do to help, or you can speak to a health professional.
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