For Bangel, working from home (or even just a day at the office with her door shut) can cause her to stay in the work for hours without using her body productively.
One of the ways she takes care of herself is by building small bursts of activity into her day like taking a walk at lunch or parking a block farther away from her meeting to get some additional steps. To add in a burst next week, we committed to walking in the park together.
As you identify what’s most important to you, seek out support. Consider who you can share your concerns and strategies with, whether it’s supervisors, colleagues, housemates or friends. They can both hold you accountable and offer much needed connection.Especially in such uncertain times, you’re likely craving some normalcy. You can build it for yourself.
It’s particularly valuable to have a dedicated space if you’ll be using video conferencing. It’s nice to have a space where you know the lighting, wifi, and battery charge will be strong . In the context of the coronavirus, clients and colleagues will need to give one another more grace than usual. With daycares for pets, children and senior closing, many will find themselves navigating caregiving responsibilities during the workday.
“Don't worry too much about the distractions like laundry or emptying the dishwasher,” Sturgill says, “If you were in an office, people would be stopping by your desk. You'd run out for coffee or lunch, etc. You won't be doing that at home, so if you take 15 minutes to take care of a chore, so what? The time is the same.” Especially true when the whole country is in the same boat.
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