The temptation is to keep on working, or even work while on holiday, BUT it is NOT sustainable, nor is it healthy.
Many of us are tempted to skip our vacation, or at least check out work emails daily (hourly?) while away.
After all, nobody wants 1,000+ emails to go back to work to.
But psychologists have found it vital for our health and well-being to completely “shut down” for a while, even if it’s a 48-hour break from emails, and a change of pace and scenery.
Read MoreTaking a break – if Brené Brown can do it, so will I.
It has been a very busy time for me, as I am sure for you! As of now, and until January 22nd, 2024, I am pretty much not available, not for clients, nor for other work. If you reach out to me for dates as of the 22nd or later in 2024, I am very happy to reply, but it may take a day or two (not counting holidays and Sundays) to reply.
I will be doing something special activities and if you want to know, you may also reach out to me. I may even write about it next year.
Until I write again, I wish you much joy this holiday season!
Read MoreThere are many ways to prevent burnout and to increase resilience. Increasing resilience.
Usually it starts with a wee “no”.
Maybe you even still must “do it”, but hopefully your boss or co-worker has finally heard that you actually do not want to do something. Maybe they will think a second time before just assuming you will do that thing.
Read MoreHave you got time for some holidays? Have you made some time for R&R?
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Are you skipping vacation? (again!?!)
Although we are taking less vacation than our normal time away, we will still have some holidays. How about you?
The temptation is to keep on working, or even work while on holiday
Many of us are tempted to skip our vacation, or at least check out work emails daily (hourly?) while away. After all, nobody wants 1,000+ emails to go back to work to.
But psychologists have found it vital for our health and well-being to completely “shut down” for a while, even if it’s a 48-hour break from emails, and a change of pace and scenery.
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