Look at this! And this! And don’t forget about that! That’s what your brain sounds like when it’s struggling to ignore distractions and disorganisation. Is it any wonder, then, that it’s nearly impossible to be productive if your environment is cluttered? Clutter can also release cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body, because chaos is perceived [...]
As the holidays come and go and a new year begins, it’s common to feel sad, anxious or fatigued. After loved ones gathered to celebrate, time off from work and school and much-needed relaxation, it can be difficult to settle back into your normal routines. This familiar feeling is known as the January blues. [...]
Have you ever felt uncomfortable in a conversation or situation, and not known how to set a boundary in a firm, yet respectful manner? Setting boundaries is important for your mental health. It’ll keep you and those around you safe, and prevent you from saying or doing things you may regret. Here are some [...]
Upon your return to work in the “new normal” it is the ideal opportunity to unlearn poor old habits that you had before Covid and learn new productive habits as part of a new chapter in your life. Time management and the effective use of your time is a perfect area in your working and [...]
Going back to the workplace in the age of COVID-19, after working from home (WFH) for a few months is similar to returning to school after the summer holidays. We’re going back to a familiar place with familiar people, but the world has changed while we’ve been home. Returning to work during the global [...]
