The past two weeks, I have been sick with a fever or a cold, and let me tell you how annoying and uncomfortable it is. What makes it worse is having to get work done while you are sick. You are aching, and your body does not want to cooperate by helping you focus on your work. So if you're ever feeling this way, here are 5 tips on how to work when you're sick.
Let it go.... Brighten up!
It can be hard to look at the bright side, especially when you are sick, but the best way to beat that horrible feeling and work better is telling yourself that you are not sick. Tell yourself to let it go, whatever pain you might feel, it's okay and try and be more cheering. This will put you in a better mood and make your sick day a little bit better. Our moods influence our behaviors, and if you put yourself in a better mood, you are going to be more willing to work better.
Change up your diet
Having a good and healthy diet is important when you are feeling under the weather. Don't eat big meals or junk food. Stack up on good fruits and vegetables. It is also good to take in lots of fluids like water. Eating the right foods is essential to getting better because it helps you build up the immunity and fight the sickness.
Take the right medicine
It is normal to take medicine when sick but make sure you take the right medicine. That means to avoid the ones that for the nighttime like nyquil during the day. Be sure to double check what you are putting inside your body before taking. It would also be a good idea if you are struggling and don't know what to take, to call your doctor.
Make yourself comfortable
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Sit on the bed, put on some Netflix in the background, make some hot tea. Being sick always comes with an uneasy feeling so get comfortable. Allow yourself feel comfy and warm with pillows and blanket. This will also help you be in a better mood which again can help you work better when sick.
Rest. Rest. Rest!
Give yourself that time to sleep and take naps. Yes, you might have work to do but a power nap wouldn't hurt anyone especially when sick. Rest is the best medicine. Don't stress or overwork yourself out even when you are not feeling the best. Know that it is harder to recover once you become sick.
