Working remotely for 7 months now. Three things I do not miss are - neon lights which used to trigger my migraine on a regular basis, - 45-60 minutes of publi

Working remotely for 7 months now. Three things I do not miss are - neon lights which used to trigger my migraine on a regular basis, - 45-60 minutes of public transport commute in the heat/cold, - the need to look busy when the work is already done. While I did experience a bit of a breakdown at one point, it is something to overcome. I like the "lazy days" of regular work in coffee shops, libraries and sometimes even pubs (no alcohol during work hours though, that's bad on so many levels). When there is heavy need of cognitive abilities, I tend to stay in, start the day with a cold shower, breakfast and coffee, then work at my standing desk. I find standing desks really something all offices should support for their workforce. It keeps you active during the day and allows for greater focus. Start small, go for what fits your physique. Use a rubber mat. I would suppose it also helps with what the author calls "off-days", since I do not encounter them. There is always something to improve upon. If no hard-work is available, I just work on documentation and learning new skills that advance my work/life/career. This allows me a good night's sleep.