Not sure about you, but everywhere we turn these days, it seems that everyone when asked how they are says some version of “OMG!  I am so busy!”  And when you drill down a bit deeper and ask about how work is going the overwhelming answer is some version of: “OMG, I’m dying with all of the meetings that I have.” ”If I have one more Zoom meeting, I’m going to die.” ”I am so busy with meetings, that I don’t have time to do my actual work!” Why is this happening? Well, meetings are not new.  But when COVID hit, and we all bounced from being in the office to working from our homes ..read more

In the world of ergonomics, noise issues and solutions have typically been relegated to noisy environments such as construction sites, factories, assembly lines, and other inherently noisy environments.  But with so many of us WFH, soon to be returning to some variation of hoteling (unassigned seating) at the office, and for many of us, working in both environments, there are new challenges when it comes to noise to content with. “My ears are ringing.” “I can’t take one more minute in my earbuds.” “What!?!” “Is ear fatigue a thing?  Because I think I have it.” “I can’t focus when I h ..read more

Last year, when COVID appeared on the scene and shelter-in-place took hold, so many of us who were catapulted out of our offices and into our homes, scrambled to figure out the best work set-ups and equipment that would make our homes a viable workspace. The good news is that a year later, we are so proud of all of the companies that responded with WFH stipends, programs to take home essentials like chairs, monitors and in some cases, even desks from the office, ergonomic evaluations when needed, self-assessments, ergo awareness and training campaigns and any and all other programs to mak ..read more

With vaccines on the rise and a unique blend of optimism and precaution, business leaders are daring to peek around the corner and start thinking about what a return to the office might actually look like.  And while some companies have already announced grand re-opening dates as early as May or June of 2021, others are taking a wait-and-see approach and projecting re-opening dates into the fall of 2021 and even for early 2022.   No matter when the re-opening occurs for your company, there are many things to consider in your re-entry plan.  COVID safety precautions, vaccination ..read more

It’s hard to believe we are for at the year mark on our shared Covid-19 journey..  To say that these haven’t been the easiest of times is an understatement. If you are struggling with the emotional fallout and stress that our situation is causing, we wanted to arm you with some unconventional but effective strategies to help you through. Now, we all know that things like positive thinking, getting enough sleep, adopting an attitude of gratitude can dramatically change your mindset.  But did you know that simple practices including things like adopting mantras, taking mini-breaks, ser ..read more

When WFH began, we heard the countless plaudits  for the extra time and good fortune to reconnect with our families and our kitchens, with an eye toward communing together and eating healthy!  And the fact that eating out was not an option, we began to stock our pantries and got creative. A year later, the tune has changed a bit …       “I’ve run out of recipes.”       “Cooking every day is tiring!”       “I have gained the Covid 19 (lbs)”       “Working and feeding ..read more

It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost a year that we have all been WFH, with a very hazy end-point in site.  Some say this summer, some say the fall, and some say, 2022.   Whenever we do go back to the office, one thing is for sure, WFH is here to stay.  Some companies have closed their office doors permanently, others have reduced their physical footprint and there’s a widespread plan to allow for hybrid work which includes time in the office and WFH. So, we thought it would be great to provide a refresher on WFH hacks that will help keep you productive and keep you o ..read more

As were embark upon a new year, it’s a good time to recommit to taking care of yourself and making your well-being a top priority. And while the classic self-care list includes getting enough rest, eating well, moving your body and getting a handle on your stress, it’s not so easy to keep things up, especially during the tumultuous times that we are all living through. But the one thing that is consistent at all times, is your breath. Incorporating simple breathing exercises will help you through stressful events. “Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my ..read more

Remember this? The alarm goes off and jolts you awake. You jump out of bed, already feeling late and stressed. Scramble to get out the door. Fight the crowds to get to work. And then we all started to WFH. And in the midst of this new abrupt change in our lives, during the WFH honeymoon phase, we all thought “There’s an upside to this.” “No more commuting” “I have more downtime.” “I actually can spend time with my family and household again.” “I’ll pick up that hobby I have longed to get to.” “I’ll start that project. “I’ll get fit again.” The list goes on. But somehow our realities have turne ..read more

I don’t know about you, but for the past 7 months of being home – and more specifically with my beloved hubby at home with me, our home started growing a life of its own.   A new desk in the middle of the dining room was set up for him to work, and along with that came the files, papers, books, etc., that once were so nicely set up in his office. I also noticed that as the piles grew, so did my anxiety and my sense of overwhelm, to the point where I didn’t know where to start, so I wouldn’t.   And so, the cycle started and continued until one day I decided to make changes ..read more