As I mentioned in last week’s post, taking regular breaks throughout the workday can make your work tasks flow more smoothly and give you a brief period of refreshment. If you’re struggling to convince yourself to take an occasional break, remember that most bosses think it’s important that you do so in an office setting. If you’re your own boss, don’t rob yourself of these important opportunities to reenergize yourself. These five tips can help you give yourself a much needed and well-deserved break.
- Whether it’s soothing classical to help you relax or energetic rock to help you feel more energized, add music to your break time.
- Give your clients plenty of notice and make the most of your email signature and automated responses can let you take a day or two to refresh yourself.
- Take a break from your work and from your workspace by taking a walk in the sunshine, putting together a jigsaw puzzle, or reading a book, or daydreaming.
- Taking a hot bath, savoring a steaming cup of tea, or indulging in a massage can turn an ordinary break into a break specifically geared toward self-care.
- Don’t overlook the importance of making sure you give yourself a break at least once a day because failing to do so can only add to weariness and anxiety.
Whether is a few minutes, a few hours, or several days, don’t hesitate to give yourself a break when you need it. When you do take a break, do something totally unrelated to your work so that you come back from your break stress-free and with a happier disposition.
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