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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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I work from home 4 days a week.
Starting to feel the boredom struggle about 8pm every night because I’ve been home all day! Work keeps me very busy but I can’t shake this 8pm sinking feeling.
What does everyone else do as we start getting into shorter daylight hours?
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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Start going out more. Whether it's for a long walk to restore my mood and enjoy nature or to stomp on leaves whilst listening to a Halloween playlist, it's good to get out when you have a break. Even if it's only a ten minutes walk. |
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I go out in the day and then work a bit later so I can make the most of the best weather of the day and daylight!
That said I am quite happy with my own company and am issued to it!
Also book things in to make you go out, meet friends for dinner etc |
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I got a SAD light. I have that on when working from home and it seems to help with early morning gloom.
I also give myself a couple of hours in the middle of the day to take the dogs out and have a work out. |
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The best way to deal with that always as others said is to have a nice walk or a little break pottering in the garden. Whatever you do, don't come on fab or someone will drag you into an intense conversation of dinner v tea, roll v bap, big v small and the like and that's not good for you  |
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I’ve worked from home for about 15 years and have got into a routine which really helps me keep focused and stay sane!
As others have said get out of the house for a walk at lunchtime or do something more strenuous, I’m also a dog owner so that gets me out of the house.
Personally I get to the gym around 7.30am, I’m back home by 9am and I’m in my home office just after. When you’re in your office you’re not at your desk for the duration and your WFH days should be the same.
It’s convenient for things like GP or dental appointments and home deliveries are a breeze!
As with most things it’s about getting a balance that works for you. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I work from home 4 days a week.
Starting to feel the boredom struggle about 8pm every night because I’ve been home all day! Work keeps me very busy but I can’t shake this 8pm sinking feeling.
What does everyone else do as we start getting into shorter daylight hours?
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A SAD light helps. As does a good routine. And some hobbies. I have young kids so can’t head out after work for very long, so I get stuck into a tv series, read a lot, paint, knit, even build Lego. All very nerdy and sometimes I feel like a grandma but I keep reminding myself they will grow up soon.
A Fab midday meet sometimes helps as does chatting to friends from here late at night! |
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By *abioMan
over a year ago
Newcastle and Gateshead |
Treat working from home as if you are in the office.. same routine.. it also makes getting outside and having breaks s… so after I have done my shift.. I just go outside and have a walk.. |
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By *mily36CWoman
over a year ago
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I nip Next door to have a coffee or lunch break with my neighbour ...she's elderly and loves catching up with gossip and sharing it...
Kills 2 birds with one stone as she doesn't leave her house ever so it's a break for me and company for her  |
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"I nip Next door to have a coffee or lunch break with my neighbour ...she's elderly and loves catching up with gossip and sharing it...
Kills 2 birds with one stone as she doesn't leave her house ever so it's a break for me and company for her "
that's a great thing x |
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"I go to the gym which gets me out tue house but I also love a night time walk. Something about walking in the dark makes it such a better experience "
I could not walk anywhete that was totally dark. However an evening walk with street and other lighting on is indeed enjoyable |
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"I nip Next door to have a coffee or lunch break with my neighbour ...she's elderly and loves catching up with gossip and sharing it...
Kills 2 birds with one stone as she doesn't leave her house ever so it's a break for me and company for her "
This is a lovely thing to do. x |
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By *TG3Man
over a year ago
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"I work from home 4 days a week.
Starting to feel the boredom struggle about 8pm every night because I’ve been home all day! Work keeps me very busy but I can’t shake this 8pm sinking feeling.
What does everyone else do as we start getting into shorter daylight hours?
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I work so hard in the week by time i get home make my tea and eat it I'm asleep |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I work from home 4 days a week.
Starting to feel the boredom struggle about 8pm every night because I’ve been home all day! Work keeps me very busy but I can’t shake this 8pm sinking feeling.
What does everyone else do as we start getting into shorter daylight hours?
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Normally go for a run with either the club I run for, or mates from the club I run for in non club nights. Find a hobby would be my advice. Mr |
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