Blog99: Tips for healthy work from home: COVID-19 Lockdown

Get Up, Work, Eat, Sleep and Repeat...I think this is the routine for the people who are working from home due to the COVID-19 outbreak. If this is your first time working from home, here are six tips that will help you effectively get your work done in a healthy way:

1. Pick a space

Picking an area of the house as your ‘office’ will help you to find concentration and sense of place. It's beneficial to have a separate space to work so that at the end of the day, you can shut down and disconnect from work.

2. Plan a day

Instead of having a questionable plan, create a daily schedule and put it in writing. Generate a digital schedule or jot it down with pen and paper, and stick it in a visible place. Come up with a detailed to-do list that’s broken down into categories based on importance. 

3. Declutter things & Maintain hygiene

Create a calm atmosphere. Try to get rid of any excess, unrelated work items. Keep the work area clean and clear, it'll give you more space to do work and breath. Try to maintain hygiene at your workspace by using disposal tissue for sneezing or coughing and use sanitizer.

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4. Devise a healthy diet

• Our diet plays a significant role in our mental and physical health. Avoid skipping meals due to workload because food is the main source of energy.
• When it's time to eat, just eat. Take a break from work to sit down at a table to enjoy your lunch and relax for a few minutes. You’ll enjoy the meal more, and it may even help you feel more prepared for the rest of your workday.
• Avoid munching junk in your workspace. Try not to buy junk and processed food items.
• Balanced, nutritious food makes us more productive. It keeps us fuller longer and helps us focus. It keeps us fuller longer and helps us focus. Understand that what you eat will impact your mood and energy level. Focus on protein, fiber, healthy fats, fruits, and veggies. Planning a menu ahead of time will make it easier to avoid jumping on whatever looks tastiest and quickest at the moment.
• Dehydration can lead to headaches and fatigue, which are both not good for your productivity. Drink ample amount of water, at least 10-12 glasses and stay hydrated. 

5. Stay active

Always take a breath of fresh air, don’t just sit inside.  Take time for breaks and, if possible, don't spend them in front of the screen. During working hours, even small exercises at the desk can help, from stretching to circles of the head, hand, arm, and shoulder and to relaxing back rotations.

6. Mark the end of the day

At the end of the workday, stop working. It sounds weird but again it’s psychological because it can be hard to leave your work in the office when there’s no office to leave. When you're done working for the day, put your work away. Log off and stay logged off until it's time to return to work the next day.

To realize yourself that your day is over change clothes and take a shower (it's up to you 😄). Take some “me time” or "we time (😍)" means talk to your spouse, child or roommate or with a friend or relative over the phone or video call.

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It's a hard time for the World to cope up with COVID-19 pandemic but all can we do stay at home and maintain social distancing. It's also really necessary to make balance and be positive. That's all for today.. till then take care, wash your hands, stay at home and stay healthy. ☺️

Thank You!!