How to make the most of your next break ?
If you haven’t already, book some time off and get away from the workplace. Here are five ways to make the most of the time:
1. Finish up your to-do list and clear out your inbox: returning to work after a summer holiday with fewer unfinished tasks allows the .
2. Step away from the normal routine: try to limit work-like activities (such as shopping, cleaning, computer-based tasks) and find environments that feel removed from your .
3. Engage in “” activities: exploring nature is an example of an activity that gently holds your attention while leaving headspace for reflection. These types of activites .
4. Reduce the friction and chaos: avoid putting yourself in settings of conflict (such as visiting a difficult family member), confusion (busy, unfamiliar environments) or tension (excessive travel and/or tight timelines).
5. Take more frequent breaks: aim for multiple short breaks throughout the year, rather than a single longer vacation. This with more lead-in time and longer comedown.
The research is clear: vacations are essential for our health and wellbeing. So, if you haven’t already, book some time off and get away from the workplace.
