Three Ways to Improve Your Work from Home Day

Working remotely has become the new norm during this crazy time. Going on week seven, I have discovered some ways to improve my spirits during the work day. We no longer have the option to go to the gym before or after work, pick up a latte from the coffee shop, or wear our springtime wardrobe to work. I looked for ways to give myself a break during the day and embrace the situation at hand. Here are a few activities to improve your working day:

First, take advantage of the opportunities DFCI has offered through the Zakim Center. Every day I try to log into one of the offered Zakim center workouts. Doing these thirty-minute workouts really help to break up the day and keep me energized. Being isolated at home, a live workout over Zoom also makes me feel more connected and engaged. Each workout provides a new experience, so I don’t get bored, and feel like I am doing something that is beneficial to my physical and mental health.

Second, a switch up to your morning coffee routine. Dalgona coffee is having a moment. It’s aesthetically pleasing, it tastes good, and it’s probably the best way to spend some time while you’re at home. Plus, if you don’t have a hand mixer, it can count as an arm workout. The best part about it is that you only need three ingredients, instant coffee, sugar, and milk. After a quick google search of ground vs. instant coffee and an order placed through Amazon, I was in business. Whisk the coffee, sugar and water mixture together until it creates a silky mousse, and mix in with milk at the end. If you have a hand mixer it should take you around 2 minutes. If not, around 20 minutes. That’s where the arm workout comes into play. You’re left with a delicious latte that tastes like a milkshake. Highly recommend.

Lastly, spring cleaning your closet. I imagine during this time we have all thought of ways in which we can help. Take a few minutes a day to sift through your clothes, shoes, outerwear, and place in a large bag or box. Once the box is full, take it to a donation center. I always find cleaning out my closets to be therapeutic. Plus, it frees up some room to make a few new purchases. Donating extra clothes was an easy way I found to give back. A quick Google search can help you locate drop-off areas for donations in your area.

Enjoy!