Freshen up!

Hi folks,

If you're lucky enough to have had a little sunshine the last few days like me then you've probably noticed that its made you feel more optimistic, have a little get-up-and-go, and generally happier. This is a great example of how effective our surroundings are on our daily lives. If it was sunny everyday then this feeling would become the 'norm' and gradually wear off. 

So, lets think about what else we can alter in our surroundings to get a similar effect. By changing our working environment we can increase our workplace mental health and productivity. If you work in an office setting then there's lots of scope: try switching your office furniture around (perhaps so you look out of a different window), add a plant pot or picture, alter your desk layout & even colour schemes.

If you're in manual work then you are more limited but try walking to different departments for a catch-up or heading somewhere else for you're breaks - outside if possible. At dinner time why not head off-site to buy a healthy lunch and get some fresh air too?

A change of environment however short and simple, freshens us up & helps break up fatigue and boredom. Try it today and you may find you strengthen working relationships as well as performing better.

Have a great weekend!