It’s 8 pm, you’re still at the office, hating life but you put your feelings aside to make sure that you get the job done. You do this continuously until your level of productivity decreases to a point where you can’t do anything at work anymore. This was basically me until I realized that we get annual leaves at work to be used. I stopped feeling guilty and started planning my vacation, which is when my life changed…for the better. Here’s why:
Sleep is essential
Sleep is literally the best meditation. There’s nothing sleep can’t heal. Lack of sleep has a negative impact on everyone and if you don’t get enough of it, it will leave you feeling muzzy at your desk and nodding off in front of your laptop. Insomnia occurs when your head is full of stress, and no matter the job, work stress always takes place. This is precisely why our brains fall asleep easily when we’re on vacation. Believe it or not if you don’t get enough sleep, your cognitive processes are negatively affected. So, take a break, pull on your favorite blanket and sleep!
Nature helps with concentration
Being immersed in nature has proven to significantly improve concentration. Go on that Gazef trip, throw on your hiking boots and pack a bag for the nearest mountain getaway spot. You’ll be glad you did so upon your return to work when you’re more focused on your tasks.
It changes your perspective
No matter where you go on vacation, you get to step out of your routine-like life and gain more experience that help open up your world view, by exposing you to new occurrences. Enhanced perspective gives you more gratitude towards what you have. If you’re struggling with your productivity at work, it may be time for you to take a few days off. With more rest, relaxation and some personal space, you’ll renew your energy at work which will definitely increase your productivity.
It will boost your creativity
Routines and habits can strangle our aspiration to explore. Many researches proved that the more an individual is exposed to the familiar, the less creative they get. However, when exposed to new things, it has an enhanced reaction that stipulates creative thoughts. Going on vacation guarantees high levels of freshness that spur creativity.
