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“If we start the day off on a note of anxiety instead of a slower note when we’re disconnected and experience some calm that’s going to carry through the rest of the day, says one productivity expert.
It has been impossible for many of us to feel productive since the COVID-19 pandemic began, which makes total sense. We’re just trying to get through the days while so many routines and norms are still totally out of whack.
But as the end of the pandemic inches ever closer and more Americans return to work and school many of us may be feeling a desire to boost our personal productivity, even if it’s just a little bit. And your morning routine can be a great place to start. Just a few simple tweaks can pay dividends in how energized and effective you are throughout the day.
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Many have been working longer hours, with no clear cut off time to end the day. People are also taking fewer breaks, which research suggests could be partly because we haven t been able to break up the day by chatting to co-workers.
Difficulties staying focused and motivated with both work and exercise, which tie into our level of productivity, have also been challenging.
However, there are some easy hacks to help.
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A study published by private health care specialist Bupa in May found over two-thirds of the 2,000 U.K. remote workers surveyed complained of aches and injuries. Just a third said they had dedicated workspace in their home.
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