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Protecting your wellbeing while working from home .
For many people , the home is the place they return to , to unburden themselves of the stresses and strains of life .
But during the pandemic many aspects of life have merged , and homes have had to provide not only a safe-haven for individuals and their families , but a functional space to work too .
Recent data from Bupa Global ’ s Executive Wellbeing Index , shows that 38 per cent of high-net-worth individuals plan to continue working flexibly from home , and almost one in five will work from their holiday home .
But mental health experts advise that the blurring of divisions between work and home-life and the impact on wellbeing can be complex .
So , what steps can people take to protect their family space and wellbeing and ensure the ‘ home-boardroom ’ is productive and fulfilling ?
Create physical and mental boundaries
For Dr Luke James , Bupa Global ’ s Medical Director , it ’ s crucial to create clear boundaries at home : “ We hear from many executives that they ’ re not able to turn off , or that they ’ re struggling to concentrate , and it ’ s here where a physical workspace , which can be exited after the working day is over , can really help .”
It also means imposing psychological boundaries too , ensuring that both work time and family time are protected . For some , this means shutting down emails and collaborative technologies once the working day is over or reducing non-urgent calls at weekends . For others , preserving lunch breaks and time to exercise is particularly important .
Stay focused on the ‘ life-work ’ balance you want
For many , life is not going back to ‘ business as usual ’ anytime soon . Bupa Global ’ s research found that more than half of global executives do not plan to return to the same fast pace of life , and many have spent more time focusing on their wellbeing , passions and hobbies .
“ This is important for protecting wellbeing and mental health . We also believe that individuals , families and employers must be committed to talking openly about concerns , and to seeking help early ,” says Dr James .
Get help when you need it
Stigmas around mental health conditions can lead to delays in getting treatment . But early diagnosis can have a positive impact on the long-term prognosis .
Dr James concludes : “ At Bupa Global , we recognise that mental health is just as important as physical health and believe in helping people to feel their best and stay that way too . We know that when a family member is struggling with their mental health , it can impact the whole family – that ’ s why we offer extensive mental health cover for individuals and their families .”
For more information about Bupa Global premium health plans visit bupaglobal . com / withyou or talk to our Private Client team today on 0371 705 2712 .
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Bupa Global Executive Wellbeing Index ( September 2020 ). Research conducted among 450 high net worth individuals and senior executives across UK , France , USA , UAE and Egypt .
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