Health & Wellness

A cover to snuggle under, providing warmth and comfort during work hours.

Taking breaks every hour aids in maintaining productivity and avoiding fatigue during work.

Tip for working from home: start with drinking water, a 20-minute walk, then breakfast, coffee, and sitting down at the desk.

Do a bit of simple cleaning in the morning to set the stage for a productive day.

Tip for maintaining a healthy work environment and separating eating from work activities.

Position the desk near a window for natural light, add ambient warm lights or a floor lamp, and use an adjustable brightness desk lamp for task lighti...

Maintains health and keeps the mind fresh during work hours.

Reminds to hydrate and step away from the desk, supporting health and productivity.

Tool to remind to move and stay hydrated, supporting health during remote work.

Explores handling emotions at work, boosting emotional intelligence, managing stress, and fostering healthy communication in remote environments, perf...

Covers home office setup, mental health, and remote work challenges with tools and strategies from Sharon Koifman, founder of DistantJob.

Emphasises well-being, wisdom, and wonder in success beyond work achievements, advocating for redefining success through health, mindfulness, and pers...

Shares a year-long experiment in increasing happiness with practical lessons on balancing work and personal life through small, intentional daily chan...

A practical guide for new mums navigating breastfeeding while working, offering real-life advice, tips, and encouragement to manage breastfeeding, pum...

Offers strategies to help parents and children manage screen time and distractions in the digital age, creating a balanced environment supporting heal...

Take a short break to eat breakfast, feed cats, or play with them to refresh during the workday.

A hobby involving staying away from the screen.

A hobby involving plants around the workspace.

A hobby involving staying away from the screen.

A warm clothing item to layer up for personal insulation while working from home.

Warm leggings, originally for skiing, used to layer up and stay cosy in a home office.

A hat to keep the head warm, as the head needs the warmest spot in the body.

Disposable heat packets placed in pockets or under a scarf to keep hands warm.

Gloves that keep the hands warm while allowing typing, giving a Dickensian writer vibe.

Wearing shoes inside to keep feet warm, a simple yet effective tip.

Essential for mood and energy levels; prioritize a well-lit space over fancy tech when setting up a workspace.

Easy to care for, thrives in indirect sunlight, and effective at removing formaldehyde and xylene from the air.

Tough and low-light tolerant, excellent for filtering out formaldehyde.

Removes ammonia and benzene, features white blooms, requires a shady spot and weekly watering.

Prefers sunlit spots and occasional watering, while filtering out airborne chemicals.

Sturdy plant that tackles airborne toxins, needs moderate light and watering.

Keep plants near windows but out of direct sunlight to provide optimal light conditions.

Ideal temperature range for most air-purifying plants to thrive.

Prevent root rot by not overwatering and ensure plants are placed in well-lit areas.

Top pick for dim spots, suitable for areas with low light.

Check soil moisture and water only when the topsoil feels dry to the touch.

Keep leaves clean to ensure they can effectively purify the air.

Provide nutrients to plants during their active growing period to support health.

Tip for time management: Pausing when stuck or hitting a wall to reset the mind.

Includes spending five to ten minutes on the balcony with no stimulation to start the day.

Helps with starting the day without immediate stimulation, though sometimes falls victim to it.

A tip suggesting short breaks, such as playing with a pet or changing environment, to stay relaxed and productive.

Taking short breaks, like 20-minute dog walks, to break up the day and step away from the desk.

Starting the day with a coffee-making ceremony to flip the brain into 'work' mode.

Advice for working from home: take mental breaks by leaving the room regularly, even during working hours.

Open the window upon waking to breathe fresh air, which refreshes and clears the head.

Tip for WFH: refreshing, clears the head, and wakes up right away.

Tip to have free time after dinner to disconnect, promoting work-life balance.

Important for productivity and reducing stress while working from home.

Tip to replicate office transition time at home for reduced exhaustion.

Short breaks to do nothing or unrelated activities for headspace, aiding focus during work from home.

Ritual of writing a journal entry in the morning and reflecting at night to stay calm and in control.

Advice to spend quality time with loved ones to avoid isolation while working from home.

Starts the day with a relaxing breakfast and walking his dog Taylor to set a calm tone.

Tip to stay motivated by getting up, leaving the workspace, and getting fresh air when lacking focus.

Tip for WFH: Go out for walks to relax, detach from work, and maintain mental health.

Prevents feeling lonely and maintains social connections; recommended for those working remotely.

A classic on mindfulness teaching how to live in the present moment, reducing anxiety and stress by letting go of past regrets and future worries.

An introduction to mindfulness with practical exercises to help remote workers reduce stress and improve focus by incorporating mindfulness into daily...

A guide to exploring inner self and breaking free from habitual thoughts and emotions that hold you back, promoting emotional freedom.

Lays out four simple yet powerful agreements to live by, helping reduce self-imposed stress and improve mental clarity by changing mindset and behavio...

Offers gentle guidance on mindfulness and being present in daily life, helping reduce stress and improve mental health.

Explains the importance of being kind to yourself with practical exercises to develop self-compassion and improve mental health.

Explores how emotional intelligence (EQ) is crucial for managing stress, building healthy relationships, and achieving personal and professional succe...

Encourages embracing vulnerability and imperfection, offering guidance on living a wholehearted life by letting go of societal expectations.

Explains the power of a growth mindset in overcoming challenges and achieving success, emphasizing viewing abilities as developable.

Shares a journalist's journey into meditation and mindfulness, showing how these practices lead to a calmer, more focused mind.

Offers a counterintuitive approach to living a good life by focusing on what truly matters and letting go of everything else.

A guide to accepting yourself and life fully, with teachings on mindfulness and compassion to navigate remote work challenges with grace.

Delves into the science of stress and burnout with a focus on women's experiences, offering practical advice on managing stress and preventing burnout...

Focuses on developing resilience and courage for leaders, providing practical advice on creating a supportive work environment to prevent burnout.

Offers mindfulness techniques to cope with stress and maintain mental health, helping readers stay connected and present amid life's chaos.

Uses acceptance and commitment therapy to help handle stress, offering tools to break self-defeating habits and find authentic happiness.

Advocates for redefining success beyond work achievements to include well-being, providing practical tips on meditation and mindfulness for balance.

Shares a personal journey with anxiety, offering insights and strategies to manage constant tension and burnout by turning anxiety into strength.

Teaches creating a healthy work environment through honest communication, helping reduce stress and prevent burnout by fostering a positive team cultu...

Combines productivity techniques with well-being strategies to help stay productive while maintaining a positive mindset and finding joy in work.

Explores the impact of loneliness on health and well-being, examining the science behind social connections and offering strategies to build stronger ...

Combines memoir and cultural history to explore loneliness in big cities, delving into the author's isolation and examining artists' experiences with ...

Explores root causes of depression, focusing on disconnection from meaningful work, people, and nature, and offers ways to reconnect.

Explores the quest for true belonging and the courage to stand alone, encouraging authenticity even when facing social pressures.

Examines how technology affects interpersonal connections and communication skills, offering tips to bring back meaningful face-to-face conversations.

Shares insights on creating gatherings that foster genuine connection and community, offering practical advice for memorable get-togethers.

A motivational read on the power of togetherness and collaboration, using inspirational quotes and illustrations to emphasize teamwork.

Delves into the science of loneliness, exploring why social connections are vital for mental and physical health through research from multiple discip...

Advocates for reducing technology use to enhance social connections and well-being, presenting a philosophy of intentional tech use.

Explores the Danish concept of hygge, providing tips to create a cozy, connected home life to foster comfort and beat loneliness.

A reminder to balance work with personal time and loved ones when working from home.

Sitting, putting hands on table, closing eyes, clearing thoughts, and watching breath for 3-5 minutes to calm down and focus.

A tip for working from home, establishing regular breaks to maintain concentration and reduce stress.

Especially useful during short winter days to mimic natural light and combat seasonal affective disorder.

A morning routine that helps start the day with focus and calm.

A practice to separate work and personal life, improving mental break and sleep quality.

Tip for starting the day, part of healthy habits for work-from-home.

Not having breakfast or food before 1 pm as it makes Giuseppe feel more focused.

A morning cup of mint tea helps ease into the day and start the morning comfortably.

Enjoy a drink (e.g., matcha latte) and snack to stay focused, prevent hunger-induced sleepiness, and boost energy levels.

Essential for keeping energy up while working from home.

Tip to set phone alarms to remember to drink water and stay hydrated during work.

A tip for those working from home to stay hydrated.

Helps maintain a state of no-botheredness and focus, as breakfast made him feel bloated and lazy.

Helps to stay sharp and maintain energy levels during work sessions.

A quick lunch made with canned beans, sourdough bread, olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Ready in 15 minutes.

A 10-minute meal with cooked sushi rice (or quinoa/glass noodles), assorted vegetables, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds.

Mashed avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper on rye bread topped with ricotta, optional chili flakes or herbs. Takes 10 minutes.

Combines canned chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley. Ready in 15 minutes.

Eggs with steamed broccoli florets and grated cheese cooked in a pan. Takes 15 minutes.

Cooked rice topped with smoked salmon, avocado, soy sauce, sesame oil, and optional seaweed. Ready in 15 minutes.

Tortilla wrap with ham, grated cheese, salsa, lettuce, and sour cream. Takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Bread cups with chopped ham, egg, and grated cheese baked until eggs are set. Takes 15 minutes.

Multi-seed bread rolls layered with ham, pineapple, cheese, and lettuce. Ready in 10 minutes.

Puff pastry with ham, cheese, and optional mustard rolled and baked until golden. Takes 15 minutes.

Tortilla with tahini-yoghurt spread, smoked salmon, lettuce, and cucumber. Ready in 5 minutes.

Cooked grains mixed with hummus dressing, spinach, avocado, chicken, pomegranate seeds, red onion, and almonds. Takes 10 minutes.

Potato and tuna fishcakes with lemon, chives, and egg, fried until golden. Takes 15 minutes plus chilling.

Whole grain bread with pureed beetroot, avocado, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and sesame seeds. Ready in 10 minutes.

Pasta with garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and optional chili flakes and Parmesan. Takes 15 minutes.

Investing in good quality coffee or tea to stay energized throughout the day, avoiding sugary drinks that cause crashes.

A nutrition tip to stay hydrated and support productivity.

A tip to save time, encourage healthy eating, and boost productivity.

Tip for better sleep and work-from-home wellbeing.

Tip for better health and wellbeing while working from home.

Mentally separates work and sleep areas, improving sleep quality and work focus.

Dives into the science of sleep, explaining its crucial role in mental and physical health, with tips on improving sleep quality.

Helps significantly in getting work done more effectively.

Helps with staying sane and productive while working from home.

A tip for working from home: starting the day with a walk to get fresh air and reset the mind, aiding mental preparation.

Taking a walk to start and end the workday, helpful for focus and mental health.

Important for balancing work and health, preventing the negative effects of prolonged sitting.

Used for morning workouts to start the day.

Doing laundry, making coffee, washing dishes, vacuuming to keep moving and avoid long sitting.

Starts the day with physical activity, promoting health and setting a positive tone.

Starts the day with mobility stretching and a walk if weather is nice, part of the morning routine to energize.

Taking breaks to stretch, walk, or use a treadmill for 20 minutes daily to decompress and stay healthy.

Routine of morning coffee, checking emails/news, then running or biking to stay focused and energized throughout the day.

Exercises before work starts to stay healthy and energized.

Doing something after work to clear the mind; a productive body leads to a productive mind.

Helps counteract the tendency to overeat when working from home and promotes overall well-being.

Breaks up the day, keeps one moving, and contributes to overall well-being while working from home.

Activities to maintain work-life balance and physical health.

Never compromise on the chair as it's where most time is spent; comfort and ergonomics should come first to avoid back pain.

Invest in a good chair, set monitor at eye level, and keep posture in check to maintain a healthy workspace.

A tip advising to create a workspace that prioritizes physical comfort and health, improving focus and well-being.

Using a floor chair, soft rug, and yoga cushion for support, constantly switching sitting positions to avoid stiffness and improve physical well-being...

Comfort is priority for long hours; a good chair allows sitting all day comfortably.

Tip to prioritize quality peripherals and chairs for long-term comfort and functionality, choosing substance over style.

Invest in a high-quality chair with excellent back support to prevent back pain from prolonged sitting.

A high-end office chair the user plans to buy for better lumbar support and adjustability during long working hours.

Ergonomic chair with customizable back support and sit-bone cutouts for long sitting sessions.

Mouse that avoids moving hand or wrist to control cursor, reducing carpal tunnel risk.

Monitor arm for easy repositioning when adjusting recline or switching between sitting and standing.

Keyboard with numpad on the left to keep right hand close to torso when using mouse.

Tip to prioritize ergonomics and long-term comfort based on personal needs, not copying others.

Improves circulation and reduces leg tension during long work hours.

Important for maintaining focus; includes taking a few breaks during the day and going for a walk at lunch.

Taking 5-10 minutes every couple of hours for small tasks and 30-45 minutes for large tasks to reset and improve productivity, backed by studies showi...

Investing in a good setup with proper ergonomics (e.g., avoiding hunched backs) and functionality, including affordable monitors and mouse/keyboard se...

Desk positioning with access to natural light (e.g., near a glass wall) is essential, especially in low-light environments like Berlin winters.

Prevents wrist strain and makes typing more comfortable.

Important for creating separation from work and reducing distractions when working from home.

A special cushion or rolled-up towel placed in the small of your back provides lumbar support if there's a gap in lower back support.

Turn your office chair into an ergonomic mission control centre with a memory-foam seat cushion. It’s an easy way to add a bit of comfort to your 9-to...

Move around, stand up from time to time, take meetings on the phone while walking around the block to keep energy up and mind fresh.

A good habit to take breaks and stretch, beneficial for the body.

Standing desk allowing switching between sitting and standing to encourage movement.

Switch to a standing desk when feeling sleepy to stay focused.

Helps boost productivity when working from home; important to step away from work periodically.

Stand or pace as far as the headset's wireless range allows to stay active during work.

Setups that get you moving, allow switching between tasks, and provide freedom to change environment, boosting cognitive function and creativity.

Using a standing desk to alternate between sitting and standing, taking breaks every 30 minutes for better health.

A health tip to combat aches and pains from prolonged sitting.

Essential for comfort and support during long hours of sitting while working from home; a hard wooden dining chair is not sufficient.

Recommended for relieving back pressure and preventing stiff legs by allowing switching between sitting and standing positions; more affordable option...

Tip to take short breaks to unwind and gain fresh perspective on tasks, aiding productivity and mental clarity.

Patrick McKeown shares simple breathing exercises designed to help you build resilience against stress, achieve laser-like focus, and enhance both you...

Tip for working from home: take breaks to walk around or leave the workspace to avoid prolonged sitting.

Having the window behind the screen causes glare and strains eyes; better to have it on left or right side.

Tip to turn on LED lights for pleasant ambience during evening colour grading, preventing eye fatigue.

Wearing blue light blocking glasses helps reduce eye strain, as advised by The Vision Council.

Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds to reduce eye strain, backed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and British NHS.