At the start of 2020, South African citizens have become more aware of the many mental health benefits of working from home. Just as traditional office-centered professions carry the risk of stress, sitting in the same place day-in and day-out is not ideal for everyone. Now more than ever, South Africans are looking for alternative work arrangements. Working from home provides an array of emotional advantes and can benefit your mental health and wellbeing.

For one, it eliminates the stress of the morning commute. No longer do you have to worry about the morning traffic on the highway and the limited parking spots at the office. Similarly, working from home reduces the stress of managing office politics, which can be difficult and uncomfortable for many South African workers.

In addition to reducing stress and making the morning commute easier, working from home has also been linked to improved concentration and productivity levels. Studies have found that employees who work from home often perform better, have higher work satisfaction, and fewer distractions. This makes logical sense, as the typical office environment can be distracting in ways. There are no colleagues to talk to, no long work meetings to attend and no need to stress over the judgement of others. While in an office, you can easily be distracted, yet when at home it's just you and your laptop.

Not to mention, having the flexibility to determine when and where you work, as well as how you structure your day, can lead to improved personal satisfaction and productivity. The ability to take a break when your mood dictates, and then jump back into the tasks will give you a mental boost. Working from home allows you to control your work environment and enhance productivity. This is especially important for those who struggle with sets of rules normally required in an office environment.

Furthermore, South Africans are now more connected than ever before. Having a home office means that you can stay connected with friends and family regardless of time or location. This is ideal for those living far away or who need to travel. Working from home often allows for the flexibility to meet up with family and friends for lunch, take a walk, or take a break from the laptop at any time.

People often underestimate the power of their virtual working environment. Working from home can provide more freedom and improved mental wellbeing. Having more control over your work environment enables you to establish routines that work for you and integrate more enjoyable activities throughout the week such as yoga, meditation, cooking, reading and more.

What’s more, working from home carries financial benefits. Without the commute, workplace lunches, and overpriced coffees, South Africans can save money in the long run. Financial stability can lead to improved mental and emotional stability.

Overall, the amount of South African citizens working from home has increased drastically over the past few months and shows no sign of slowing down. Making the switch to a home office can have many mental health benefits, allowing you to stay connected with family and friends, have more control over your work schedule, save money and experience improved levels of concentration and productivity.

At Qiktruck, our goal is to make business easier. We understand that working from home is becoming an increasingly popular trend and aim to help customers by providing on demand supply chain services. Our collaborative platform can help South Africans manage their cargo transportation needs more quickly and easily, connecting them directly with trustworthy vehicle providers for a safe and secure shipping experience. Qiktruck makes the logistics process simple, helpings South African businesses to get products to where they need to be, whether it's around the corner or across the country.

 

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