When you’re working, keeping the kids busy is important. Yet you also want to make sure that they’re doing enriching activities that help them learn, foster their creativity and/or help them bond with their siblings.
Category Archives: Breaks
Does Journaling Help with Isolation?
It’s no secret that expressing your feelings in writing is a great way to relieve stress while still maintaining your privacy. Journals are where you store your memories, secrets and feelings, knowing that you’ll suffer no judgment from the pages. If you’re considering taking up journaling to help cope with the stress of COVID-19 andContinue reading “Does Journaling Help with Isolation?”
3 Must-Listen Podcasts for Your Inner Writer
Finding the right podcast for you can be hard! How do you know that the subject material will interest you? And what about having to sift through dozens of podcasts on the same subject?
3 Conference Alternatives That Aren’t Zoom
Zoom has become the go-to chat program, but with the site becoming the subject of recent ‘Zoom bombing’ controversies, some are now wary to use it. And with Skype and FaceTime trailing not too far behind in terms of usage, there are people jonesing for a safe alternative with less traffic. Here are a fewContinue reading “3 Conference Alternatives That Aren’t Zoom”
4 Productive Pastimes
Looking for a fun hobby that isn’t Netflix or YouTube? Look no further! As a mild workaholic who is always looking for ways to fill up the day, I have found more than a few hobbies that are both fun and great for the mind. Origami This may not be the first thing that comesContinue reading “4 Productive Pastimes”
When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
What do you do when you’re one conference call away from snapping? As someone who’s been working remotely for some years now, here are some tricks I’ve found to prove helpful.
Best Video Games to Unwind With
You worked hard all day. Maybe you even worked an extra half hour because hey, no more commuting! Then you checked the kids’ homework, set them up with fun crafts for the afternoon, then made dinner. Now the kids are in bed. Your partner is unwinding with a beer and on their phone. How doContinue reading “Best Video Games to Unwind With”
Adjusting to Working From Home
With all this new stress, the last thing you need is to feel uncomfortable while trying to get your work done! Here are some ways to adjust to your new schedule as easy as possible.
