6 ways to take care of me and be productive
As a VA, I work from home and because of that it seems I am working all the time and in the process;
- I will grab a quick/fast breakfast
- Work straight through lunch
- Skipping snacks
- Trying to finish one more task, therefore, eating a late lunch and end up eating something small since it will be dinner time soon
- Eating at my desk and in front of my laptop while reading emails
- Not getting personal things done or spending enough time with my family
- Working late at night and not getting enough sleep/rest
I realized I am not taking care of me. So now I am treating myself like a kid – like my kids. The rules we have set for them now also apply to me.
1. I tell my kids to eat your snacks and drink lots of water
For me: I put my snacks and glass of water on my desk before turning on my laptop
2. I tell my kids no screen time when you are doing homework
For me: TV is always off when I am working
3. I tell my kids no eating meals in front of the TV/screen
For me: I turn off my laptop and eat lunch in the dining room
4. I tell my kids to finish your homework and then play
For me: I finish all my day’s work tasks first before doing other things
5. I tell my kids no screen time between 5 pm and 8 pm
For me: My laptop is off and I do not check my phone during this time – this is family time
6. I tell my kids to go to bed early so they are well rested for the next day
For me: I make sure I get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night
This year is all about #selfcare and so far it is working well.