Battling a Sedentary Lifestyle | Desk Setup Ergonomic Tips & Healthy Habits

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:21 Self-Care Habit #1: Clearing My Email Inbox
2:11 Morning Coffee Break (ft. my boyfriend/barista Tristan)
3:22 Self-Care Habit #2: Turning on Ambient Lighting
3:34 Self-Care Habit #3: Positivity Team Standups!
5:08 Self-Care Habit #4: Take Care of Your Back With An Ergonomic Chair
7:24 Lunch Break! (Microwave Pizza, Cold Pizza, or Toasted Pizza?)
8:04 Self-Care Habit #5: Stretch & Move Your Wrists!
9:25 Self-Care Habit #6: Keep a Clean & Cozy Office Space
10:27 Self-Care Habit #7: Take Care of your Eyes! Rest them!
12:17 Unwinding with Heated Neck Wrap

Welcome to another Cozy Productive Vlog, where I live cozy & productive days while running my family-run small business, Cozyleigh Studios! In this video, I'm sharing my daily work from home routine and how I'm battling a sedentary lifestyle... like so many of us, haha. There are different self-care habits I'm excited to share, and desk setup ergonomics that have been a game-changer. If you're new here, it's nice to meet you! I'm Maisy, and I'm a designer, engineer & entrepreneur sharing my creative journey & daily life through my channels.

Stay cozy,
Maisy

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[artico.stories]

Maisy: "more positivity"
Tristan: "I thrive in negativity"

[lounaoukil]

Each time you upload a video, I wait for the perfect time to watch it (I waited 2 days this time to not rush it and find a moment when my brain is not in speed mode), I set up a cozy space, I make a cup of coffee... it's the most relaxing time of my week :))

[nikonifu]

I don't know if this is exactly a tip but I found my way out or sedentarism 2 years ago when I found a sport I like. Before I tried all kinds of discipline hacks for gym, apps, etc. Nothing would ever work for more than a month or a few... But when I found something I love... going to my trainings is not a struggle. I slowly increased frequency, now I have 6 practices a week. My body changed a lot I and I love when it's time to go training. Now I train because I can't wait to nail the next movement, learn the next sequence I can do, see my body do more acrobatic things. That saved me from depression, lower back pain and so much more... <3 I hope more people can find a sport/activity that makes them as accomplished and satisfied as I am when I learn things in mine (regardless if they gained weight or not, but because of what they see themselves capable of doing).

[txori_]

Hi Maisy! I relate to many things you mentioned. For the eye strain and dark room in winter, it's very helpful to buy good strong lightbulbs, maybe on a headlight or some standing light, basically to give your room enough light that imitates natural light. Good luck!

[aandewithemily]

Came back to this vid bc I just started my big girl job, left feeling inspired and motivated :)

[roalnerd]

I really enjoy your videos, especially this one. As a college student + worker im sitting all day studying, working, typing and these are tips that I will now incorporate.

[rickkimotho]

One thing that helps me with eye issues is not being too reliant on wearing glasses all the time. There was a time when my eyes would hurt so much if I didn't wear glasses but since I started taking them off for at least one hour a day when I was chilling, taking the dog out for a walk in the morning, or doing chores around the house; I'd say it has helped me immensely. However, I know my issue is with light hence I take precautions not to irritate them as much.

[jeemaarts]

i love your vlog series maisy! i think this gives us more of a personal connection to your creative and engineering journey! i love how you work with your family. do you live at home with family or just tristan & sweetchubs? but also one of your cameras (the one that follows your movements) gave me motion sickness so i hope this helps!

[nikonifu]

On the ergonomics, I had a lot of wrist pain and switching to this logitech vertical mouse (lift) did it for me... magic!

[AprilPratt-gnnu]

Eye movements also help to wake me up, like when looking left, right, up, and down I feel the tension in my eye muscles relax a bit. Hours after hours in the office can really do damage on even the smallest of our muscles and I never realize it until others point it out!

[missblairr]

The wrist stretches helped immensely with some nerve damage I have in my shoulder that goes down to my wrist, giving carpal tunnel symptoms. I'm happy to see you sharing them here, they're good for everyone! Also, your ambient lighting is supurb. ✨

[sailorspice]

ur boyfriend and u r so cute together!!! love ur dynamic

[yuriscozycorner]

Tysm Maisy! I really appreciate that you did this since it’s been my request for a long time, and def will try💛 I really like your products and how you manage to work with your family and yet keeping a balanced life. I really think cozyleigh could expand so much in 2024 and I can’t wait to see your progress.

[LisaMichelle]

I love the content of the video but the camera moving while you are sitting and talking is really distracting. Really not meaning to be rude I really like your videos and you should make them how you like your videos!

[nathanbryant]

This video made me laugh a lot and I enjoyed it so much. I absolutely love these videos.

The jumping around when standing at your desk reminds me of Phoebe from the show FRIENDS when she runs. Haha.

Thanks for sharing this with us!

[kaylalindke]

Thanks for sharing your stretches and self-care tips! These are all lovely things to do for yourself. I'm going to do the same. 🍵

[leonelabustamante]

I also have that click on my right wrist.
I really love your cozy content.💗

[chiragwamanacharya]

Your room and set up really gives a pleasure and pleasent vibe, isn't it..?.❤

[mojom]

Keep it up Maisy. Your an inspiration and certainly motivating for me. Great content

[mysweetchubs]

love this video so much 🤍 I definitely can use this tips to better my health. I’m an artist so I tend to look at my iPad for long periods of time, which can strain my neck or eyes, so imma definitely use that bearaby neck wrap!