Giving Each Other Space at Home
If you don’t have a designated space to work from at home, be sure to at least work at a table or desk. Working from your bed or couch can lead to back pain and probably falling back asleep.
Many people are used to separating home from work and now these two are very much blended. There is research that shows that a tidy home or workspace can help you de-stress and help you focus. So, do try to make some sort of organization with your space at home, even if that means stacking up your papers at the end of the workday.
Schedules
Be sure you are still waking up at a normal time, eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and getting in some exercise. Perhaps you can schedule a “lunch date” with your partner before returning to your workspace!
If you have children and suddenly have become your child’s new teacher, be sure to ask for resources and tips from their school. Children thrive with consistency and structure, so finding ways to implement this throughout your days will be most helpful!
Communicate
- What is your preferred method of working?
- Listening to music, working with sunlight, eating while you work
- What do you find distracting?
- How can I help you focus?
- What is not working for you and why?
- What do you find that energizes you during the day?
- How will we make sure our kids are staying focused on their work as well?
- Do you take breaks during work? What do they look like? (i.e. a walk outside, stretching, snacking, deep breathing)
- How do you handle stress at work?
By Priscilla Rodriguez, M.S., LMFT
Priscilla specializes in working with couples and helping them learn ways to communicate in order for them to feel comfortable and supported during tough conversations. Priscilla understands that transitions can lead to stress and it is in these moments that strategic relationship skills are needed to implement. Feel free to look at the online services offered through Modern Wellness Counseling and check out the client portal to conveniently schedule your next appointment.