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It may be hard to focus on your mental and physical health during this time, but we are here to help. A recent article on LinkedIn talks about how we are doing "pandemic work, not working from home." Some areas overlap, but others are unique to the current situation. The UNC Bear community is a family, and we are here to tell you, you are not alone. We are in this together!

3 Self-care Tips for COVID-19 Remote Workers

Take Breaks
- Despite some employers' fears, statistics show remote workers tend to work more, not less. Work/home boundaries are blurred and burnout is real.
- Turn breaks and meals into appointments (block out your calendar).
- Take real lunch breaks, away from computer. Don't forget the carrots.
- Do something you enjoy during breaks.
- Get up and move. We know exercise is good for us. No equipment? No problem.
- Check out this 30 Minute No Equipment Cardio HIIT video.
Stay Connected
- Humans are hard-wired to interact with other humans (yes, even those introverts). Long periods of isolation can be difficult. UCLA's neuroscientist Matthew Lieberman explains why in his TED Talk - The Social Brain.
- Set up spaces to connect. From Business Insider, "How to Host the Perfect Zoom Party."
- Take time to chat with colleagues throughout the day.
Make Time to Do Something You Enjoy
- Share your favorite new read on Goodreads.
- Find a new show to marathon on Netflix.
- Create the ultimate playlist.
- Take up a new hobby. Ever wanted to crochet or cross-stich? What about a skill like Photoshop or coding? Have you always wanted to write a book? Now, is your chance.

Featured Resources

Best Practices
Physical Activity & Mindfulness

Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook - Wellness Society
Keeping Your Voice Healthy in a Video-call Age - Rebecca Rich, associate professor of Acting & Performance.
UNC Counseling Center

Resources

You can find a list of resources in our toolkit but we've included some of those here, too:

Mental Health Resources
- The Wellness Society has created a Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook to help battle some of the stress we may feel during this time.
- The National Alliance of Mental Illness has a full guide to mental health during the COVID-19 era.
- Listen to Dr. Baruch Fischhoff talk about how to cope with Coronavirus anxiety. - Podcast
- Leaders, want to help your departments/teams?
  "How leaders can maximize trust and minimize stress during the COVID-19 pandemic."
Don't forget that UNC's Counseling Center is also here to help.
Physical Activity & Mindfulness
- Best Practices - Physical Activity & Mindfulness (video) from NHS's interim associate dean Danielle Brittain.
- Keeping Your Voice Healthy in a Video-call Age from Rebecca Rich, associate professor of Acting & Performance.
Food
- Many school districts continue to provide free/reduced lunches for their students. Contact your school district to find out more.
- Hunger Free Colorado lists food banks and food-related resources available in Colorado.
Local Resources
- Weld County Information & Resources
- Larimer County Resources
Other Resources
- Violence Free Colorado - Resources for immigrants without insurance, for people with disabilities, and links to resources from the Department of Labor.
- National Network to End Domestic Violence: COVID-19 Page - Information for those who may need shelter during the pandemic.

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3 Self-care Tips for COVID-19 Remote Workers

Take Breaks

Stay Connected

Make Time to Do Something You Enjoy

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