{"id":5224,"date":"2023-11-22T20:24:31","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T20:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/used82.com\/?p=5224"},"modified":"2023-11-22T20:24:31","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T20:24:31","slug":"this-is-what-remote-working-will-make-you-look-like-in-25-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/used82.com\/?p=5224","title":{"rendered":"This is what remote working will make you look like in 25 years"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Following the Covid-19 pandemic, a lot more of us have started regularly working from home. And while it’s a great lifestyle change for many, a shocking model has certainly disputed that.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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We all got used to\u00a0working<\/a>\u00a0from home during the lockdowns \u2014 with around\u00a027 percent of Americans<\/a> continuing to do so on at least a part-time basis as of September 2022.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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But, while the bed-to-desk commute is admittedly great for catching some extra Z’s in the morning and achieving that perfect work-life balance, we can’t help but wonder what exactly will working from home do to our\u00a0health<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0happiness<\/a>\u00a0on a long-term basis?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A model developed by job search engine DirectApply shows just that and it’s far worse than an unproductive Zoom meeting or dodgy internet connection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The remote working model, who DirectApply have called Susan, is a visual representation of what remote workers will look like in 25 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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She has bad eyesight, inflamed eyes and dark circles from looking at a computer screen all day, and a lack of physical activity has led to bad posture and weight gain.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Model shows what remote workers will look like in 25 years. Credit: Direct Apply<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Susan also suffers from ‘repetitive typing strain’ and ‘tech neck’ from spending too much time hunched over her computer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Her skin is wrinkled and pasty from a lack of sunlight and a lack of Vitamin D, also from not going out as much, has caused her hair to start thinning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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She is also stressed from being isolated at work and not spending enough time interacting with other people.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Fortunately, for the millions of remote workers out there, there are things we can do to prevent ourselves ending up like poor Susan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Psychologist, Dr Rachel M Allan, told the job search site: “Sticking to a routine that suits your life, your productivity levels and your job demands is essential to maintaining emotional health when working remotely.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Poor eyesight, bad posture and weight gain are just some of the long-term effects remote workers face if they don’t look after themselves properly. Credit: DirectApply<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Another expert, psychologist Kate Brierton, stressed the importance of building and maintaining good relationships with your colleagues, even if you don’t see them face-to-face so often.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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She said: “Going without human contact for long periods of time can lead to higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which raises blood pressure and has harmful effects on physical health.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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And, personal trainer Joe Mitten says that getting outside for some fresh air and exercise is key to keeping on top of your health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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So, while working from home could have some nasty long-term effects, by continuing to socialise and making a concerted effort to look after yourself both physically and mentally, you can create the perfect work-life balance, no commute needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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