Stretch and Thrive: The Benefits of Stretching for Office Workers
Stretching is a powerful tool for boosting our health and wellbeing. It helps to counteract the negative health impact of spending soooo...
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randa139
- Jun 28
- 5 min
The health-boosting impact of connecting with nature – even in the office!
Humans evolved in nature, and many of us intuitively seek out natural spaces to unwind in when we feel stressed. Taking a stroll through...
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randa139
- Jul 12, 2022
- 2 min
How easy is it to get around your city?
I was recently over in Melbourne for a most enjoyable stay – I love Melbourne for its vibrancy, open spaces, use of art work, reclamation...
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randa139
- May 10, 2022
- 4 min
Being clear about your vision
With winter upon us, bringing low lighting in and out of the office environment, we thought we would discuss and highlight the importance...
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randa139
- May 3, 2022
- 4 min
When You work Too Much - Part 2 of 2.
In part one of this two part blog we discussed what is work/life balance and how we can achieve it. In this blog I explore practical ways...
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randa139
- Apr 22, 2022
- 4 min
When You work Too Much - Part 1 of 2.
In this blog I explore the essence of work/life balance in part one of this blog series. In part 2 I will discuss practical ways to...
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randa139
- Mar 1, 2022
- 2 min
Brighten up those mundane spaces!
I’ve noticed a real move to creating more interesting public spaces, particularly car parks. Here in Christchurch, we’ve had to...
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randa139
- Feb 15, 2022
- 2 min
Green Ergonomics update – where are we at now?
In 2013 we wrote about ‘green ergonomics’ with a view to how this could be of huge benefit in the rebuilding of Christchurch’s commercial...
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randa139
- Dec 14, 2021
- 2 min
How to make standing at your sit stand desk even more effective
Investing in a sit stand desk can be a life changing event, especially if you are working in a very computer based job. We have all heard...
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randa139
- Dec 7, 2021
- 2 min
Workplace Wellness – how were we doing and where to now?
Back in 2013, we wrote about the first Wellness in the Workplace report, put together by Southern Cross and Business NZ. Today we’re...
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randa139
- Nov 30, 2021
- 3 min
Is hot desking right for your business?
One of the most popular topics I am often asked about in workspace design is hot desking. The advantages are around how it will save...
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randa139
- Nov 25, 2021
- 6 min
Supporting employees transition back into work after lockdown
As staff start to move back into office base working, either full time or start a roster of splitting their time between home based and...
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randa139
- Nov 16, 2021
- 3 min
Have we cracked the ergonomic home office conundrum?
It's been over a year since many people were forced to retreat to home to work due to Covid shutting offices down. As someone who has...
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randa139
- Nov 9, 2021
- 3 min
How do I set my office chair up correctly?
A good office chair should have several functions that are worth knowing how to use so that if you suffer backache, feel uncomfortable,...
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randa139
- Aug 1, 2021
- 4 min
Do, be, become, belong.
In New Zealand I often find myself having to explain what Occupational Therapy is... In New Zealand I often find myself having to explain...
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randa139
- Jul 1, 2021
- 4 min
How’s your work/life balance?
Making an action plan is an important first step to take when looking at practical ways to have a more harmonious work/life balance. Your...
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randa139
- Jun 1, 2021
- 3 min
When you work too much
Having a healthy balance between your work and home life can feel like an uphill struggle at times. It’s no secret that life can be a...
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