With the nationwide lockdown in place, do you end up wearing sweatpants morning, noon, and night? Did we hear huh? You’re not alone – many of us feel snug spending our days in our favourite workout clothes.
But is it good for us to sit in jogger pants or pajamas all day? Can we really be productive working from home in sweatpants, or is it harder to find motivation? Here, we explore three reasons why you should dress during lockdown.
What we wear can increase productivity
Whether you realize it or not, what you wear can have an impact on your cognitive function. Studies have shown that “the clothes worn influence cognition broadly, influencing processing styles that change the way objects, people and events are interpreted”. Simply put, what we wear impacts our brain’s ability to process information. The study stated that those who wore formal clothing responded better to tasks than those who wore less formal clothing. So if you have been working from home during lockdown, you may find that you are more productive if you choose more work-appropriate clobbers during your working hours.
Getting dressed can help establish a routine
During this period of social isolation, it is important to maintain a routine. This is because routine is useful for your overall health and well-being – helping you sleep better and reduce sleep stress level and anxiety. While your life in lockdown may be different, it is important to try and establish new routines. Waking up, getting out of your PJs and getting dressed at the same time every day are only a few small things you can do to structure your day. You should also try to sleep and eat at the same time, in addition to dedicate certain times of the day to exercising at home, relaxing, and so on.
Our clothes can elevate our mood
Do you feel happy and assured when you wear your favourite nice clothes? Well, that’s because what we wear can have an impact on our mood. Our clothing choices can lift our spirits and provide us a boost in self-confidence – so if you are having a rough day, consider trading your sweat for garments that make you feel and look good. Whether you stay at home or go to your essential grocery store, show up in your favourite clothes and accessorize with trending handbags and trendy shoes might offer you the lift you need.
The easy act of getting dressed very first thing in the morning can help boost your performance, lift your mood, and improve your daily routine. The question is, what will you wear tomorrow?
