Managing Health Challenges While Working from Home: Strategies for Prevention and Protection – By Nadeeka – eLanka Working from home has become a significant part of modern life, especially in the wake of global events like the COVID-19 pandemic. While it offers numerous benefits, including flexibility, reduced commuting time, and the opportunity to create a more personalized work environment, working from home can also lead to various health problems that are often overlooked. These issues can affect both physical and mental health, and it is crucial to address them to maintain overall well-being. One of the most common health problems associated with working from home is musculoskeletal pain, particularly in the neck, back, and shoulders. Many people do not have access to ergonomic office furniture at home, leading them to work in positions that strain their muscles and joints. Sitting for extended periods without proper support can cause discomfort and ...

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Can time manageable? – By VINDANA Hewage Source : VINDANA Hewage linkedin The concept of “time management” does not imply that individuals have control over time itself. Instead, it refers to the ability to effectively manage and allocate the time available to them. In that sense, time management is a practical approach to making the most of the time we have. Time is a universal concept that continues to flow at a constant rate regardless of our actions or efforts. It is a fixed resource that cannot be stopped, reversed, or manipulated. However, what we can manage is our behavior, actions, and choices within the framework of time. We can decide how to allocate our time, prioritize tasks, set goals, and make conscious decisions about how we spend our time. This is where the concept of time management comes into play. Time management involves using strategies and techniques to make the best use of ...

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‘The Great Resignation’; In search of work-life balance by Amil Prema The Great Resignation – also known as the ‘Big Quit’ or ‘The Great Reshuffle’ – was a term coined by Professor Anthony Klotz from Texas University in early 2021, used to describe the large trend of employees deciding to voluntarily quit their jobs. Propelled by the COVID-19 pandemic, a need for more flexible hours, a greater work-life balance, and a desire for more holistic benefits are some of the reasons for the mass resignations over the past two years. In 2021, the US alone saw a staggering 47 million people leave their jobs, with quit rates reaching a 20-year high. Whilst this has created certain headaches for employers, it has also opened up a host of opportunities for remote work – those who have developed the right skills and who are not afraid to take on new challenges, are ...

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