Add more life with plants
Being a plant parent isn't just a hype that you need to do for aesthetics purposes: Plants can improve your happiness and productivity too. They also help purify the air! And hey, even if you don't have a green thumb, you can choose indoor plants that don't need a lot of attention like a spider plant, peace lily or pothos.
Try: Costa Farms Spider Live Indoor Plant, $21.99
Display some art and inspirations
We've already mentioned adding pictures of another environment earlier but let's talk more about it. Personalizing your workstation can make your space more personal and comfortable. You can also add motivational posters that really inspire you to work hard.
Just remember to keep your decor to a minimum (maximum of three if possible) so your place won't look too cluttered and you'll still be able to keep your focus on work. Just add things that can provide you happiness, lower your stress, or motivate you to give your a-game in times of need.
Try: Dingdong Art Sunset Canvas Prints, $27.99
Add pops of color
Make your work environment more lively by adding pops of color. If you can't change the wall paint, you may opt to get office accessories in different colors. Decor tip: just make sure that they follow a theme and color palette so it won't look messy and distracting.
To help you choose the color palette you want for your desk, learn some basic color psychology. For example, if you need creativity in your work every day, yellow may help you. Green can give a calming balance while blue can stimulate concentration and communication.
Try: Tengchuang Yellow Pen and Pencil Holder, $13.99
Store yummy and tasty snacks
Now, this part isn't necessarily a change on your office look, but it's still important to implement it. Having access to healthy snacks enables you to boost brain performance, memory, and energy. Most of the time, when you're stressed, you'll just resort to munching junk food that doesn't even make you feel better. So stock up healthy snacks like nuts, bananas, or even healthy chips!
Try: Bare Medleys, Apple Strawberry & Pineapple Coconut, $23.74 for 6
Use an ergonomic setup
If your office will provide them, it's definitely worth looking into standing desks or cool AF ergonomic chairs — they can improve productivity and (increase comfort). That said, if it's not in the office budget, there are still ways to have an ergonomic setup.
Remember to keep your body centered to the monitor and keyboard. Make sure that the height of your chair lets your feet rest on the floor and your knees are leveled with your hips. Also, keep your elbows at close to a 90-degree angle and don't bend your wrists. Having proper posture will make your day less exhausting. (Throw in the occasional office-appropriate yoga move and you're golden.)
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