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How’s the new digital lifestyle treating you? Are you listening to the news every waking moment? Poring over all of the possible "what ifs" until you’re mentally exhausted? Spending all your time tending to a new sourdough starter? However you’re occupying your days and nights, remember to be kind to yourself and those around you. Here are a few ideas we are finding helpful. Enjoy!
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EXPLORE
Get the feeling of the outdoors while staying safely indoors by virtually traversing five of the most stunning national parks in America. Watch as a humpback whale soars out of the water off the coast of Alaska. Stand atop an active volcano in Hawaii. Trek by headlamp through a cave hundreds of feet below the surface. Gaze up at a starry night sky. Explore a sunken ship. Witness the wonder of the natural world.
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READ
If you’ve found that self-isolating is giving you feelings of loneliness and stress, check out this helpful article by Business Insider. They’ve created an all-inclusive guide for staying connected, distracted, and productive as we navigate this weird time.
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OBSERVE
Being cooped up inside can get boring no matter how much binge-watching you have to catch up on. Take a page from Rob Walker’s book, The Art of Noticing, and experience your home interior in new and interesting ways by following some of his suggestions for intentionally observing what’s around you.
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CONNECT
The organic interpersonal connections formed at work over time can often suffer during the transition to remote work, as many of us are realizing. When each person is isolated in their home, it can be difficult to maintain the same comforting company culture. Luckily, The Muse has some insights on how to nurture connections.
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SECURE
As people become reliant on video teleconferencing to work and stay connected with their communities, these digital spaces grow more vulnerable. Here’s how to protect yourself from video call hijacking.
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SUPPORT
Offer your support to local businesses when they need it most. Buy local goods if you are able, or make non-monetary contributions. Follow their social profiles, share a post about their transition to digital, or leave a review about your past experience with them. Every little thing helps. The folks at Sustainable Pittsburgh are currently working to raise awareness for the sustainable shops and restaurants of the Triboro Ecodistrict that are still open for business. Check them out!
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SHIFT BLOG
The Shift team put together a series of blog posts about how we're handling remote operation and working to address feelings of uncertainty. Elements of our approach might be a good fit for you and your team. Stay safe!
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