5 reasons to add greenery to your workspace
Have you always wanted to fill your workplace with terrariums and indoor plants? Well we're here to tell you, you should!
A number of scientific studies have proven the psychological and physical benefits of having plants in the office.
Here are five reasons to add some greenery to your workplace!
Reduced stress
Adding plants to the workplace has been known to reduce stress, as well as feelings of anger, depression and anxiety. Being in an environment with greenery present makes employees both calmer and happier.
Cleaner air
Air quality is significantly improved with the presence of plants as they help clear the air of chemicals. They decrease carbon dioxide levels and also assist in reducing dust levels.
Increased productivity
Research has shown that having plants in the office increases productivity among employees. Individuals perform cognitive tasks better, along with being more focused and having much better concentration. Employees also display greater creativity when plants are present in the office.
A better environment to be in
It is reasonably fair to say that plants make for a pretty great environment to be in. Along with their psychological benefits, plants make for a much more pleasant and tranquil environment to be in...and therefore work in!
Reduce sickness and absence
Having plants in the workplace can reduce sickness among employees as plants bring moisture back into the environment, which helps reduce the likelihood of headaches, sore throats and stuffy noses.
So which plants should you have?
There are a number of plants that will fit perfectly into the workplace! Here are some of the best indoor plants that thrive in low light, dry environments and will stay alive if you forget to water them every now and then (we’re all guilty of this!):
- Spider plant
- Snake plant
- Peace Lily
- Devil’s Ivy
- Succulents
- Cacti
As for the placement of plants in the office, this is dependent on the office conditions. If your workplace is blessed with large windows and natural light, you can essentially choose any of the plants listed above and put them wherever you like...lucky duck! If your office receives very little sunlight, you’re best to stick to plants like Peace Lily and Devil’s Ivy.
Do you have plants in the office already? Let us know your favourites in the comments below!
Daily Habits of Successful People
If you are serious about getting ahead and taking your professional life to the next level, it’s time to take some cues from some of the world’s most successful people and implement their daily habits into your life now.
Wondering what they are? Read on for their key habits for success:
They get up early:
One of the most common habits of successful people is that they are early risers. They use this time before the craziness of the day begins to get a head start on work, or to do something positive for themselves like meditating, exercise and further education.
They plan their day:
Go-getters know the importance of planning ahead to maximise productivity and it’s time for you to as well! Planning your day is a great way to ensure you get things done and tick the most important tasks off. Start each day by creating a list of essential tasks including things for your own health and happiness like exercise and family time. Lists are such a great way to motivate yourself to work harder and there is nothing more satisfying than physically ticking things off from your to-do list!
They exercise and look after their health:
Successful people know that in order to do their best in the office, they need to look after their health and that includes exercising, resting and getting plenty of sleep. These things help to ensure you are functioning your best so you can continue to work hard without burning out.
They practice gratitude:
When working hard towards your goals it can be easy to forget about the amazing things you have in your life right now. That’s why in order to continue to progress, you have to take time to be in the present moment and to be grateful for everything you have today as motivation to move forward tomorrow.
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