Take a moment to read the statement to the 

left.  
Now read it again.  
 
This isn’t a situation anyone asked for yet 
we’re all in it. It’s important to recognize this 
situation for what it is; a response to a crisis. 
Each one of us is doing our small part to make 
the world safer. Thank you.  
 
If you are struggling please reach out to a trusted person. 
We’re all in this together.  

Self-Care Challenge 
Boundaries are tough! Keep these six things in mind while working from home:  
1. Keep office hours 
It’s easy to just always be working when you can’t physically drive away from work. Keep a 
routine of getting dressed and then “head to work” so you don’t fall into a habit of working 
the moment you wake up to the moment you go to sleep.  
2. Set a stop time 
There is always going to be “one more thing” but working longer hours actually slows 
productivity and quality. 
3. Set technology boundaries 
Notifications going off all the time? Consider changing settings during “home” hours. If you 
write emails at late hours, consider using the timed send feature so your recipients don’t feel 
pressure to keep your hours as well.  
4. Organize your work space and prioritize 
It’s easy to get drawn into issues that derail your day. Set a task list and try to stick to it 
allowing time for urgent issues that may arise.  
5. Acknowledge your zones of focus 
Are you most alert from 9:00-11:00 am? Try and block those times for your most pressing 
work. Feel drained around 2:00 pm? Schedule a brisk walk or something fun with a family 
member!  
6. Take breaks 
Research says we need a brain break every 90-120 minutes. Make a policy to not eat in front 
of your screen and schedule a lunch break. Set a time to get exercise each day.  
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