Oftentimes this follows workers home.

It is a good idea to be proactive and invest in “peace of mind” via in-home security technology. Some people feel better when they carry low-tech personal alarms like the eAlarm Plus 3rd generation from BASU. It is lightweight and an audible alarm sounds when the trigger is pulled.

Security video cameras provide peace of mind by recording your home whether you are present or not. Consider end-to-end encrypted, locally stored video cameras like the HAICAM E23. For added security, consider a privacy-preserving motion detector. For door and window monitoring, consider a DIY security system like Simplisafe. If you are technical, look into DIY home automation. With a tool like Home Assistant or IFTTT, lights and sounds can be turned on when you approach home. For human personal security and protection, consider apps like Bond and executive protection (aka close protection services). There are also electronic companion or safety/guardian apps like Noonlight and eAlarm. You can also use Android phones as motion detectors/cameras by installing Alfred or Haven on them.

It makes sense to have some time where you can disconnect from the electronic eyes, ears, and monitoring of work. There are ways to cut yourself off from your work phone or laptop. For self care, use a screentime tool to monitor your usage of work devices and apps. Faraday bags are bags that block cellular activity by basically wrapping all the technology you drop into it in foil. The materials are often made of a combination of soft copper, nickel, and polyester. There are versions that have “windows” so the device can be used through this material while offline and locked down. A few examples are MOS Equipment, Silent Pocket, and Go Dark Bags.

Shred everything and understand that in some cases it’s common for employers to acquire work and personal trash to refute claims. Use a separate trash bag for sensitive materials and throw that bag out away from home or in a mixed-trash chute.

You’ve got this — stay calm.

• Practice meditation, positivity, and mindfulness.
• Practice box breathing
• Look into home security systems if you need to feel safer where you sleep.
• Disconnect from work and work devices for mental and emotional health.
• Purchase a Faraday bag or RFID/shielded bag for your work phone and laptop.
• Buy a shredder and make it easier to get to than your trash bin, so that it gets used.
• Keep trash of a sensitive nature in its own bag, away from your normal trash.
• When in public, understand you may be recorded with a handheld camera when outside of your home – especially before and during legal proceedings.