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The end of the year and holiday season can be a strenuous for many of us. Between getting finances in order, Christmas gifts, and record-keeping related to such things, we tend to give our eyes a real work out at this time of year, especially. Looking back and forth between the computer screen and a stack of papers can definitely take its toll on your eyes, can’t it? Feeling increased eye fatigue, in the midst of such process, led this post’s writer, recently, to do a bit of research into how to avoid eye strain and fatigue. The most helpful advice came from staff at North Dakota Vision Services, who suggested the “20-20-20 Rule.” Let’s elaborate: For every 20 minutes spent working on the computer, stop and spend 20 seconds staring at something 20 feet away. This simple, easy to remember strategy can really save on your eyes! When you think about it, 20 seconds is not a long time to interrupt your work. In the long run, it is well worth it. It can even lead to longer endurance at a task. You might even use that 20 seconds to simultaneously re-collect your thoughts or even say a little prayer. Another trick that was pointed out is somehow propping one’s paperwork up to an even height with the screen, either using a paper stand or a clip attached to the computer monitor. For those of us whose eyes do not focus quickly, this can be especially helpful to avoid losing one’s place. An article from Mayo Clinic on eyestrain offers some other helpful tips. Whatever steps you find most helpful, your eyes will thank you for taking simple precautions to protect them! |
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