demons in the closet - a look at mental health with remote wokers wordcamp st louis 2017

Demons In the ClosetWordCamp St Louis 2017

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Michele ButcherCustomer Support Rocketeer at WP Rocket

The WP Crowd Member

Lead Organizer Southern IL WP

Beginners WP Instructor


DisclaimerI am in no way a medical professional. If you feel you

need professional help, please seek help. Ideas expressed in this talk are opinion based.

Oh and there will be lots of cat memes! Because cats make

people happy@michele_butcher

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A day in the life of a remote worker


How society thinks we work

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How our day typically goes


Benefits of working remotely


We work wherever there is WiFi and coffee


We can have our music or movies on without any co-workers complaining


Because pants are optional


The demon in the closet no one wants to talk about.


Mental Illness


Depression is one of the #1 Health Concerns of Remote Workers


Burnout is a real thing

Anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, insomnia, anger, irritability, health issues like indigestion and headaches),

lack of motivation, decreased job performance, loss of focus and forgetfulness can all be signs of burnout.

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Work Anxiety

Am I good enough? Will they fire me for this one mistake?

I am not coding fast enough.


Ways to stay happy and sane.

Well semi-sane for some of us.@michele_butcher mlb.pw/stl2017

Leave work at workIt will be there when you get back I promise


Relax

Life does not have to be at the speed of light all the time.


Change your routine

Work someplace new, go out to lunch, take a walk break, take a 20 minute nap sometimes.


Talk to people

Take advantage of social media platforms. Slack, Facebook, Twitter, and other chats can help you

feel connected while working alone.


Do something fun

And make it something that does not involve a screen


Don’t forget about you

Be deliberate on taking care of yourself. Eat healthy, keep up with hygiene, and stay clear of bad health habits.


Get Physical

Boosting the heart rate makes endorphins and endorphins make you happy


Talk about it

You might feel alone but you are never alone. There is always someone willing to listen.


Get help

If you ever feel sducidal, just can’t take it anymore, or wanting to hurt yourself or others, seek professional help.


Making a community stand


Kick the stigma

Mental Health can affect everyone.


Be a friend

If you see someone who seems like they are having a bad day, be a friend to them.


Raise Awareness

Don’t be afraid to share your story and share information.


Questions?


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