Virtual learning may not be anyone’s favorite mode of schooling (parents, kids, and teachers included). But, when it’s the only option, setting the right scene and streamlining the process with equally fast upload and download speeds (thanks to Fios Home Internet) makes the experience is better for everyone. Thomas suggests using the end of a kitchen island or a section of the counter as a desk. “You can easily add some task lighting in the form of small desk lamps and clip-on lighting that can be removed when not in use,” he says. Or, convert the kitchen table into a desk for learning and doing homework. Have a set of large organizational bins for school materials that can be placed under the table or in a closet when the school day is over. “The key to dual functionality is to clear off the schoolwork in an easy, organized fashion before meal preparation begins,” Thomas says.
Set aside space for sanity
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Creating a sanctuary (even if it’s just a cozy corner of the room) for self-care, whether exercise, meditation, or reflection, can do wonders for daily Zen. “Home gyms have taken on a new level of importance in recent months,” Thomas says. “We exercise our minds all day, but we often forget that it’s also very important to exercise our bodies”. If you can turn a room into a studio, put down soft flooring such as rubber or low-pile carpet to absorb sound from any equipment (mats do the trick, too). If you don’t have an entire room to spare, all you need is a nook in a family room or bedroom where there’s light and air and enough space to place a mat.
Extend the indoors out
Now more than ever, outdoor space can be a saving grace—especially with a house full of family members inside. And you don’t need much for it to feel like your own personal oasis. Even a tiny balcony can be a great place to savor your morning coffee, read a book, or practice yoga. “Finding new ways to utilize spaces like balconies are ever important and expand the possibilities for all the other rooms in your home,” Thomas says. Set it up with an outdoor rug and a small bistro table and chair or an ottoman, as well as a portable heat lamp if needed. The Verizon Fios fiber-optic network keeps you connected even when you’re outside, so you can utilize the area to take calls or do work. Oh, the beauty of mobility.
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