Dad\u2019s and Mom\u2019s company (in a dual income family), whether government agencies or businesses, have to make seismic and immediate adaptations to working from home (WFH) arrangements.<\/p>\n
Work has to adjust to a new reality, to stay productive to keep businesses running and the team engaged, whilst everyone is dispersed geographically.<\/p>\n
(Did you catch the funny post of how DBS senior management sang a rock song to cheer their staff? Grateful they don\u2019t sing for a living\ud83d\ude09)<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, loved ones like children, their grandparents, or in-laws whom you used to see only several hours after work daily are no longer in your peripheral vision.<\/p>\n
You feel the need to add them to your management duties and responsibilities and the pressure mounts!<\/p>\n
Suddenly, it\u2019s hard to have a pantry break or engage in small talk with an adult.<\/p>\n
Stay home Moms are not having it any easier!<\/p>\n
Daily routine previously included going outdoors for the daily market errands, tea with friends, or some peace and quiet after the husbands and children are out.<\/p>\n
The reality now is a 24\/7 physical, mental, and emotional engagement trying to juggle everyone\u2019s needs in the home, yet recognizing each member\u2019s need for space.<\/p>\n
COVID-19 pandemic doesn\u2019t discriminate, adult and children alike feel the strain and stress of a lockdown.<\/p>\n
Read up on the symptoms and source of stress that comes with working from home<\/a>.<\/p>\n This is a great habit to cultivate with or without the lockdown.<\/p>\n However, with the lockdown and WFH arrangements, it is tempting to replace commuting time for more sleep.<\/p>\n Nothing wrong with sleeping more, but we recommend you sleep early than wake up later.<\/p>\n Waking up earlier than the other family members in the morning as a routine helps to set the mood for the day.<\/p>\n Relish that quality time being by yourself, which is now harder to come by, sipping coffee, or simply just enjoying the calm and quiet ambience of the still house.<\/p>\n It is common for office warriors to complain they are not able to fall asleep when they are in bed early even though they are dead tired at night.<\/p>\n The following are common ways to help you get an early night of restful sleep:<\/strong><\/p>\n Do not:<\/strong><\/p>\n Almost every family member\u2019s idea of work, school, and even religious gathering has been turned upside down.<\/p>\n In this lockdown, our approach to work, interactions with people, collaborations have been taken into the virtual world with the use of technology.<\/p>\n Zoom and Whatsapp Facetime calls are the new buzz words, even grandmas are using them.<\/p>\n You could do a group video call and even play games virtually through the popular app \u201cHouseparty\u201d.<\/p>\n Constant chatter is not even necessary as you can Livestream yourself doing random activities around the house with your friends!<\/p>\n For office warriors and students who needs a quiet corner to be seen and heard:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do a google search for indoor activities and you will be deluged with ideas!<\/p>\n Here are some:<\/strong><\/p>\n Those with younger children check out more wild ideas to burn calories.<\/p>\n https:\/\/whatmomslove.com\/kids\/active-indoor-games-activities-for-kids-to-burn-energy\/<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are the \u2018fortunate few\u2019 that WFH arrangements fail and you are on mandated paid leave from work, it\u2019s a great opportunity to fill your day with meaningful activities and interactions!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bring out the scented candles chucked in corner of your store (you bought but never found time to use).<\/p>\n Switch on your favourite music after a nice warm shower 2 hours before bedtime.<\/p>\n Pick up the book that you have been meaning to read since who knows when.<\/p>\n Give each other a muscle rub down with Emu Tracks Liniment.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The liniment is easily absorbed into the body without leaving an oily or sticky residue.<\/p>\n Moreover, the star ingredient, Emu Oil, is anti-inflammatory can help improve circulation and relieve muscle tightness especially after an extraordinarily long day of non-stop interactions with family.<\/p>\n For ladies who are not able to visit the facial salons and spas during the lockdown period, see visible results from using Emu Tracks Moisturiser.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Emu Oil 2-Step Moisturising Regime of Stars<\/p><\/div>\n The Emu Tracks Moisturiser<\/a><\/strong> contains 100% natural \u7eaf\u9e38\u9e4b\u6cb9<\/strong><\/a> derived from the emu bird in Australia. It is combined with other plant extracts like Shea Butter, Apricot Kernel Oil, Jojoba Oil, Rosehip Oil, Chamomile Extract, Rose Oil, Grapefruit Seed Extract.<\/p>\nSurvival Tip 1: Sleeping and Waking Early<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Survival Tip 2: Virtual Is Now Reality<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Survival Tip 3: Creative Ideas For The Family<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Survival Tip 4: Keep Calm. Set Aside Me Time.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Bonus Tip: Couple Home Spa<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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