7 simple tips to tackle working from home

• Set and stick to a routine

  The lines between work and personal time can get blurred and be stressful to get right.
• Follow your normal sleep and work patterns if you can, and stay consistent.
• Get up at the same time, eat breakfast and get out of your pyjamas.
• Try scheduling in your "commute time" and spend it exercising, reading or listening to music before logging in.
• Most importantly, when your workday stops, stop working.
• Stop checking emails and focus on your home life.
• At the end of the day, try to get to bed at your usual time

• Make a dedicated workspace

  Find a quiet space away from people and distractions like the TV.
• Get everything you need in one place, before you start work – chargers, pens, paper and anything else – and shut the door if you can.
• Even in a small or shared space, try to designate an area for work.
• While it might be tempting to sit on the sofa, it's much better to sit at a desk or table.
• Use the NHS guidelines to set up your workspace correctly, as much as you possibly can.
• If you do not have office furniture like an adjustable chair, try using things like cushions to

  support you in your chair, or a box as a footrest

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• Give yourself a break

  Making time for breaks is important to help manage feelings of stress.
• Try to take lunch and regular screen breaks, and give yourself time to concentrate on something else so you feel more focused when you return.
• Even just 5 to 10 minutes of short breaks each hour can really help your productivity too.
• Regular time in green space is great for your mental health.
• Set a time to go for a walk, run or bike ride for some fresh air, or a coffee

• Stay connected

  While working from home has its benefits, you may feel more isolated.
• There are lots of ways to stay in touch with those who matter – boosting their mental wellbeing as well as the own.
• In and out of work, human interaction matters so schedule video calls and pick up the phone instead of emailing.
• If you're struggling with working at home, speak to your colleagues or manager about your concerns.
• Your colleagues probably feel the same as you.
• Ask how they're doing and whether there are ways you can support each other.
• Make time to socialise virtually – schedule in a digital coffee break or Friday online get-together

• Set boundaries

  Setting boundaries with other members of your household is key to mental wellbeing while working at home.
• You can be more flexible when working from home, so enjoy it.
• It can be difficult if there are other distractions to deal with, like children at home, who may think you are on holiday and want to spend time with you.
• Remind them that you still have work to do and need quiet time to do it, and share your schedule.
• It's easier to stay logged on when your home is your office, but try to switch off when the work day is over, and enjoy time with family at home

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  Think longer term

  You may be continuing to work from home for a while, so think about ways you could improve how you work while at home.
• If you have a room that's warmer or has a window that lets in a lot of light, could you work there instead?.
• Try to explore how you work with others.
• Are there different ways to talk online or new software you could use?

• Be kind to yourself

  This is an unusual situation and things will not feel normal.
• Be kind to yourself and acknowledge that you might not be as productive as you usually would be.
• Be realistic about what you can achieve given the circumstances, and relax when your work is done.
• If you feel low or are struggling with feelings of isolation, there is support and advice available.
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