
Dress like you’re going into the office. Helps get your mind into the “zone”. Anything you do in the morning, let it be the same before heading to work. The routine is so important, especially if it’s a brand new thing for you. Allow yourself frequent breaks if needed, but put a timer on them (15-20 minutes). I used the Pomodoro technique for a long time and that helped me a lot as well. I always have a video, music, podcast, audiobook going if I’m not in a meeting. It helps me focus on my work if the “wanna do something else” part of my brain has something to focus on.
Now, a lot of this depends on what you’re doing at home, but assuming they let you not be in the office, it has to be something where you’re highly trusted. Remember that part. You are highly trusted, so don’t break that trust. Get your work done, but the freedom of WFH is part of this deal as well. Don’t shackle yourself to the desk if it’s not absolutely required. That room seems large enough to put in a stationary bike, or to do some other things. Make it a place you don’t mind being in if it’s necessary.
I was feeling a lot older until I started a mental and physical health routine. Meeting up with other people that were trying their hardest to make this their best life and working on getting my physical health back in line has really changed how I feel.
Before I was feeling every ache and pain there was to feel. The world was dark and gray and I was just a rat on a wheel doing the same old thing.
Now, I’m feeling like there is hope. I’m taking more walks out in the nature preserves in our area. My wife has seen the difference in my wellbeing, and how the work has paid off for her as well. My kids are enjoying being out and having their dad back with them emotionally as well.
If you don’t do it for yourself, find someone that you can do it for. Find a group of like-minded people that aren’t 100% successful, but willing to put their flaws on the table and asking for support. We’re all doing it together, and we’re not the best at it. Keep it up, it’s worth it to finish well.