HOW TO STOP PROCRASTINATING AT BEDTIME
AND GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
Though there are very real medical conditions, such as insomnia and sleep apnea, that deprive people of sleep, the reason most of us probably don’t get enough sleep is simply because we put off our bedtime. Instead of getting into bed, we opt to check off another item on our to-do list or watch another episode of our favorite show. This is sometimes called “bedtime procrastination.” We all know a good night’s sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, so how can we stop putting it off? A good place to start is by keeping track of your day. The human mind isn’t meant to internalize checklists and task reminders, so use your phone or journal as a scheduling assistant. However you decide to keep track, make sure to give yourself a set amount of time to accomplish your tasks, like letting yourself watch TV for just one hour or blocking out three hours to help your kids with their homework. It might even help to set alarms on your watch or on your phone to let you know when your time is up on any of your activities.
As odd as it may sound, getting laid off or furloughed from your job does not stop your worker’s compensation payments from continuing. If you have an active or open claim against your employer at the time of termination — a lay-off or furlough — you are still entitled to the compensation that was promised to you as a result of your injury. This can be great news for those undergoing medical treatments or procedures to mitigate the effects of an injury sustained at work. For workers who have contracted COVID-19 during the pandemic, workers' compensation claims aren't as clear-cut. Each state has its own terms outlining what workers are entitled to, and the language used in each state’s workers’ compensation laws is different. Therefore, not every employee who contracts COVID-19 while at work will be able to file a claim against their employer. Georgia law isn't entirely clear. Employees may be able to seek compensation if they contract COVID-19 while at work. However, the law could also be interpreted in a way that absolves employers of responsibility. Since the chance of contracting the virus is also high outside of work, some employees may not have a viable claim. If you have been injured at work or believe your employer is at fault for your illness, our team can offer a free consultation to help you understand your options and the next legal steps. We can also provide guidance to anyone who is currently unemployed or furloughed who has questions about their workers’ compensation claims. devices off well before you get under the covers. Smartphone screens, computer screens, and even some energy-efficient lightbulbs emit blue light, which reduces the production of melatonin, the hormone that tells your body it’s time to go to bed. Instead of looking at your phone, try reading a book before going to sleep. If your screens prove to be too big of a draw for you when bedtime comes, it might be a good idea to move your devices to another room so they’re out of sight and out of mind. Finally, don’t get discouraged if you don’t start getting better sleep right away. Setting up good bedtime routines takes time. But if you stick with it — and maybe have someone else in your house hold you accountable to your commitments — you’ll start to get better sleep and have more energy to take on the day in no time.
Another big part is creating an environment that is conducive to a good night’s sleep, and that starts with turning your electronic
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS DO I STILL RECEIVE MY WORKER’S COMPENSATION AFTER I’M LAID OFF OR FURLOUGHED?
W orkers’ compensation has been a right workers’ compensation has continued to be a right for workers in all 50 states. This year’s COVID-19 pandemic has not changed this, yet it has raised questions about what rights workers have, especially for those who are no longer working. afforded to American employees since the Industrial Revolution and U.S. railroad unions fought for workers’ rights. As society has adapted and workplaces have evolved,
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