For many of us, terms like self-isolating, shelter in place, and quarantine weren’t apart of our vocabulary a few months ago, let alone our daily lives. If you’re one of the many people who have transitioned to working from home, your routine probably looks much different these days.
It’s imperative that we support one another as we adapt to this temporary reality. We, at Phoenix ER & Medical Hospital, would like to share five tips to keep your mind and body healthy while at home!
Tips for Working from Home
1. Focus on your work space
If you’re working from home now, you may find productivity to be a bit more challenging these days. If you can, try to designate a specific part of your home to your work space, preferably one that can be blocked off by a door. Take the time to declutter, organize, clean, and set up a space that breeds productivity, away from the TV or other distractions.
Segregating your workstation will not only help you stay focused, but it also helps you to unplug after business hours. This makes your work time and personal time a little more distinct, as much as it can be while staying home every day.
2. Get dressed
Although the thought of rolling out of bed and going about your business may seem tempting, fight the urge to stay in your sweats all day. If you’re too cozy, it could start to reflect in your attitude and result in a lackadaisical at-home work ethic. Showering, putting on clothes, brushing your hair, and even applying a little bit of makeup (if you usually wear it) can help give you a confidence boost, lift your mood, and improve alertness.
3. Cook healthy meals
It’s easy to fall into the traps of frozen pizza and junk food right now. But what you put into your body can be one of your best defenses to fight off illnesses and fatigue. Not only does eating a fresh diet help you maintain a healthy weight and feel better overall, but it also supports healthy brain functioning and mental health. Not to mention, cooking is a natural stress reliever and can help you decompress after a day of work.
Here are ten powerful immune system boosting foods to incorporate into your diet:
- Green Tea
- Spinach
- Almonds
- Red bell peppers
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Yogurt
- Ginger
- Shellfish (crab, lobster, mussels, clams, etc.)
- Citrus fruits (grapefruit, oranges, lemons, limes, tangerines, etc.)
4. Be kind
Arguably the most important tip is to be kind to yourself and others. This is our first experience with a global pandemic, so give yourself grace and try to practice patience in this situation. Seek out upbeat news stories and search for the good in humanity and silver lining in your days. We’re all in this together!
5. Communicate
This season filled with uncertainty can be very isolating for some people. Keep in touch with co-workers you’d usually chat with at the office, and reach out to your loved ones by calling, video chatting, or texting them. Communicating with others will help you maintain a positive outlook, and a simple message can go a long way with someone who’s been cooped up alone.
If your mental health is deteriorating during this time and you don’t feel comfortable talking to a loved one, you can call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. You don’t have to go through this alone; there is help available!
As always, if a medical emergency arises, Phoenix ER & Medical Hospital is here for you. We are open 24/7, 365 days a year, including holidays. We hope you and your family are staying safe and well as we ride this wave out, alone but together.
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