WFH Wellness: 5 Non-Negotiables
Working from home is an incredible privilege, but with it comes its challenges too! It’s all too easy to go hours and hours without standing up, getting sunlight, or taking a break from your computer.
I finally got sick of feeling totally drained and irritable at the end of the day… and I decided to do something about it. I call it my ✨wfh wellness routine.✨
Thanks to these five non-negotiables, I find myself much happier, able to focus more, and less achy/stiff at the end of the day.
GET SUNLIGHT BEFORE LOGGING ON. Morning sunlight helps regulate your “circadian clock” and manages other biological processes like hunger and body temp. If it’s sunny, get outside in the morning for 5-10 minutes. On an overcast day, increase the time to 15-20 minutes.
DRINK A FULL GLASS OF WATER BEFORE CAFFEINE. Your body dehydrates overnight. Start your morning with 10-20 oz. of water to rehydrate, while also aiding digestion and metabolism. Drinking water early and often can help you offset dehydration overall.
TAKE A 10 MINUTE MOVEMENT BREAK EVERY 2 HOURS. Block your calendar, set an alarm, and/or take walking meetings. Taking movement breaks during the day not only has physical benefits, but also gives your mind a refresh, which increases focus, creativity and productivity.
USE PLAYLISTS OR WHITE NOISE TO KEEP YOU FOCUSED. Background noise can help mask distracting sounds, making it easier to concentrate. Start your day with an energizing playlist and switch to instrumental or white noise in the afternoon.
SET A HARD STOP TIME TO ACTUALLY DISCONNECT. Logging back on after dinner? I’m guilty too. Set a time to unplug and disconnect. Close your laptop, change your clothes, and get outside. This signals to your brain that it’s time to relax.
What’s one wfh wellness routine you’re going to start this week??