Winter Self-Care in the Workplace By: Kim Cross
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articles in the air we breathe, whether electro-waves, germs, or lithe pollutants, all contribute to how we feel mentally and physically. Ever wonder why you can work in some places but not others? Take a moment to observe your surroundings. Is the space open or closed in? Is it a tech haven or fairly low-tech? The answers to these three questions offer insight into how well – or not so well – you can perform. Include the stress of the ongoing pandemic, and you have a recipe for not feeling like yourself and wondering why. I believe the phrase” soup of hazards” describes our current workspaces best. I giggled at first but found that phrase so very accurate. We are literally swimming in an invisible sea of harmful emissions that have been beneficial for us prior to the technology boom. With everything we don’t see, we sometimes feel sick building syndrome is a thing, my friend. So, read on to see how essential oils and foliage can help you keep “things” in check. You’ll have a great starting point for bringing a portion of your home self-care into your workspace during colder weather when going outside isn’t ideal.
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Let’s get started! To give yourself the best opportunity to return to the workplace and create a productive, health environment for you and others, we’ll cover what is in the air, some symptoms you may experience, and solutions. First, let’s talk about what is in the air that can make us less productive and feel rotten, especially in colder weather. Different work environments have different hazards; some can be interchangeable. Office Furniture and carpet cleaning chemicals Copy machines emit ozone and nitrogen dioxide Fluorescent lighting and computer screens emit UV rays Industrial Inhaling heavy metal particles like lead and mercury Noise pollution agitates the nervous system
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