The mental and physical challenges of working from home under the 'new normal' way for life.

The Lockdown period has had a huge impact on many people across the globe, not only have many been confined to their homes as they still continue to work from home, but many have had to deal with the mental and physical  challenges of working from home on a daily basis.


Lauren Jacobs, a single mother had lost her job during the level 5 stages of Lockdown in South Africa. She was in the process of relocating with her 2 year old son  to another Province to stay with her mom who offered to assist her in her daily challenges as she looks for employment.

After countless applications sent into different companies for jobs, Lauren finally received the call that would change the circumstances for her and her son.

She started a new job in September  2020, and also she's very grateful for the work, she says mentally its been challenging working from home and dealing with a very active 2 year old toddler who  constantly needs attention.

The video below details the struggles this working from home mom faces on a daily basis.  

 
 


The insert was filmed and produced by Lisalee Solomons, for a University Assignment.

Location: New Harmony Village, Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, South Africa.

Special thanks to Lauren Jacobs for allowing me into her personal space

and for speaking to me about the challenges of working from home.


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