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How To Set Boundaries When Working From Home

Mom working from home

Many people are now working from home and enjoying a bit more flexibility within their day. However, in order to stay sharp and happy working from home, you’ll need to establish some home office rules and routines.

Don’t start working the minute you wake up.

It’s easy to roll out of bed and immediately log into work, but this could potentially be setting you up for a 10-hour day, causing you to burn out. Instead, go through a morning routine. Give yourself time to get ready for the day, work out, brew some coffee, or get some fresh air. Having a routine will allow you some much-needed “you” time before starting work. Mom working from home

Workspace is for work only.

One of the best things you can do when you are working from home is to give yourself a space where you do nothing but work. Being able to dedicate a work-only area will allow you to set boundaries for your day. Be sure to remind your family or roommates of your working hours to help minimize distractions. 

Leave your workspace.

Working from home is great, but it’s important to try to stay in your normal work routine. For instance, if you left the office for lunch, do it at home. Walk away from your workspace and enjoy lunch somewhere else in your home. Giving yourself breaks from your workspace throughout the day will get you moving and avoid sitting for 8 hours straight. 

Working from home can be a great way of gaining control of your schedule and life; it can also do the exact opposite by taking over your personal time and space. To embrace all the benefits that working from home has to offer, spend time creating boundaries that promote a healthy work-life balance. 

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This article was originally published in May 2020 and has been recently updated. 

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Balancing Work and School During COVID-19

working from home with kids

Covid-19 has been rising across the nation, leaving most schools to decide to reopen virtually this fall while workers continue to work remotely. It may be difficult for working parents to strike a balance juggling the demands of parenting while meeting requirements at work. Managing projects and sticking to deadlines is hard enough, let alone try doing it while also tending to children who are schooling from home.

Setting boundaries is essential to be successful when schools reopen virtually.

Create a schedule to plan your days ahead of time. Write out when to start your workday, and when you can take breaks to help your child(ren) with their schooling. It will require some planning, self-discipline, and practical time management skills. The key to making back-to-school and working remote successful is to develop a support system and to set reasonable expectations with your boss, your child(ren), and educators at school. If you can, try to get a relative who is available to come over and help when needed. Putting a sign on your office door that says, “When this door is closed, Mommy/Daddy is working” is an excellent way of teaching and setting boundaries. If possible, try to schedule meetings around your child’s class breaks. Be sure to set aside time to prepare lunch and enjoy a break with your child. You need to socialize during the day and make sure your child feels important.

Sacrifices are necessary, but in the end, you will have fond memories of your family’s extra time.

Sacrifices will be made regarding how you spend your free time, but think of the time you save by not driving to work or dropping your child off. Use that extra time wisely. You also need to make sure you take care of your own needs, like getting enough rest, socialization, and spending time with other adults. This will make sure you are on the top of your game when you are needed the most.

The road ahead of you may seem daunting, but this time can also be rewarding. Despite the unfortunate nature of the circumstances, if you manage this time successfully, you will have fond memories of your family’s extra time.

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