The first challenge came with the sudden change in our place of work. The possibility of working from home (WFH) under the flexible work policy has been typically used by companies to attract talents. Researches have reported many psychological benefits of such a policy. However, when WFH is not by choice and for people with very limited experience of WFH, this change presents a significant challenge. As a colleague has keenly observed the demands that might occur with WFH if you have children at home because of school closures: ‘regular change of diapers, preparing lunches, home-schooling, regulating screen times, and planning and scheduling for recess’. We have to adapt and manage the changes brought by this new place of work and all the roles and responsibilities, pros and cons that come with it. Is your home’s internet connection ready for multiple users to have virtual meetings, taking virtual classes at the same time? Does each of you have a quiet place to work and attend online learning?
The second challenge is the potential feeling of isolation and disconnectedness. The policy of social distancing is important to stop the spread of the virus; however, it is important to recognize that social distancing is about physical distancing. It is actually not about stopping all social activities. Staying socially connected is very important for humanity’s survival and mental health. The resiliency of the human species always finds ways to adapt and maintain social connection, especially with the help of information and communication technology. During the lockdown in Wuhan, the epicentre of the COVID-19 outbreak, people created many ways to stay connected, such as ‘cloud clubbing’, ‘home karaoke station’, and online workout groups (Wright 2020). For many, especially the non-digital natives, we have to learn quickly how to stay connected with a set of digital collaboration and social networking tools. While keeping ourselves physically healthy, we need to figure out a new normal to keep ourselves, our colleagues, and our loved ones psychologically healthy as well. This realization might give virtual teams a new meaning and purpose, in addition to being a productive means for you or your organizations.
The third challenge is that this Pandemic will likely increase the speed of the change and reshape the future of work. Even before the COVID-19, the surge of automation, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning have amplified the speed of change, from the way we do our work, the tools we use, the aesthetics of work, the issues associated with work, and the meaning of work (Centre for the Future of Work, 2020).
Proper nutrition and hydration are vital. People who eat a well-balanced diet tend to be healthier with stronger immune systems and lower risk of chronic illnesses and infectious diseases. So you should eat a variety of fresh and unprocessed foods every day to get the vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, protein and antioxidants your body needs. Drink enough water. Avoid sugar, fat and salt to significantly lower your risk of overweight, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer.
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The first challenge came with the sudden change in our place of work. The possibility of working from home (WFH) under the flexible work policy has been typically used by companies to attract talents. Researches have reported many psychological benefits of such a policy. However, when WFH is not by choice and for people with very limited experience of WFH, this change presents a significant challenge. As a colleague has keenly observed the demands that might occur with WFH if you have children at home because of school closures: ‘regular change of diapers, preparing lunches, home-schooling, regulating screen times, and planning and scheduling for recess’. We have to adapt and manage the changes brought by this new place of work and all the roles and responsibilities, pros and cons that come with it. Is your home’s internet connection ready for multiple users to have virtual meetings, taking virtual classes at the same time? Does each of you have a quiet place to work and attend online learning?
The second challenge is the potential feeling of isolation and disconnectedness. The policy of social distancing is important to stop the spread of the virus; however, it is important to recognize that social distancing is about physical distancing. It is actually not about stopping all social activities. Staying socially connected is very important for humanity’s survival and mental health. The resiliency of the human species always finds ways to adapt and maintain social connection, especially with the help of information and communication technology. During the lockdown in Wuhan, the epicentre of the COVID-19 outbreak, people created many ways to stay connected, such as ‘cloud clubbing’, ‘home karaoke station’, and online workout groups (Wright 2020). For many, especially the non-digital natives, we have to learn quickly how to stay connected with a set of digital collaboration and social networking tools. While keeping ourselves physically healthy, we need to figure out a new normal to keep ourselves, our colleagues, and our loved ones psychologically healthy as well. This realization might give virtual teams a new meaning and purpose, in addition to being a productive means for you or your organizations.
The third challenge is that this Pandemic will likely increase the speed of the change and reshape the future of work. Even before the COVID-19, the surge of automation, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning have amplified the speed of change, from the way we do our work, the tools we use, the aesthetics of work, the issues associated with work, and the meaning of work (Centre for the Future of Work, 2020).
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Proper nutrition and hydration are vital. People who eat a well-balanced diet tend to be healthier with stronger immune systems and lower risk of chronic illnesses and infectious diseases. So you should eat a variety of fresh and unprocessed foods every day to get the vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, protein and antioxidants your body needs. Drink enough water. Avoid sugar, fat and salt to significantly lower your risk of overweight, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer.
Eat fresh and unprocessed foods every day
Drink enough water every day
Eat moderate amounts of fat and oil
Eat less salt and sugar
Avoid eating out
Counselling and psychosocial support
Carry on learning
God bless