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Video chatting with coworkersfrom your couch, Slack replies from bed, dialing into meetings from the kitchen—swapping a proper desk for a makeshift home office comes with its share of quirks. It's a necessary adjustment as we work to slow the spread of COVID-19, but the reality of spending endless days in a house or tiny apartment with roommates is finally settling in. And it's hard.
Pushing through your to-do list is one thing; learning how to care for your mental health, move your body, take meaningful breaks, and unwind at day's end is something else entirely. We've gathered a few simple strategies for shaking off the WFH blues. Share your own tips in the comments—we'd love to hear how you're staying healthy and keeping a balanced routine these days.
Change Scenery When the Afternoon Dip Hits
Be intentional about switching up your surroundings, advises designer Ginny Macdonald, who worked on theCreate & Cultivate office. Moving from a high table to an upright chair to a comfy lounger keeps the mind alert—and doubles as a reminder to ease up every so often.
Step Outside for a Quick Walk
Trinity Mouzon Wofford, founder of Golde, runs her company from her apartment, so she's well-versed in the effort it takes to disconnect from her inbox. Near the end of the day, she steps out for a loop around her neighborhood. A little fresh air, some light stretching, and an hour of natural light can completely reset your mood.
Squeeze in a Short Meditation
Sarah Romotsky, head of health and science strategy atHeadspace, points tostudiesshowing that a single15-minute meditation sessioncan lower stress, induce calm, and reduce heart rate. Try it after breakfast or turn to it when motivation starts to slip—it can curb mind wandering and sharpen focus by 22 percent, she notes.
Embrace the Power of Lists
When it comes to staying on top of tasks, writing out your to-dos is the simplest way to guarantee daily progress. AuthorAmanda Montellkeeps her list grounded by focusing only on what's actually achievable. "I do this in my Google calendar…nothing fancy or complicated," she says.
Build a Visual Mood Board
There's light at the end of the tunnel. Print and hangmotivational quotes,scenic snapshots from a recent trip, recipes you're eager to try, or imagery tied to a favorite hobby. The exercise pulls you away from your screen and sparks thoughts about all the plans you'll make once you're back in the office—or ready for a vacation, or even a staycation.
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Lydia Geisel
Home Editor
Lydia Geisel has been part of Domino's editorial team since 2017. These days, she writes and edits home and renovation stories—spanning house tours, before-and-after features, and DIYs—and oversees our design news coverage. She lives in New York City.
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