Why You Need a Vacation
by Michelle Sutton-KerchnerDebating that vacation day or getaway week? You can’t afford to skip it …
Although often considered a luxury, vacation time is important for overall health and well-being. Research shows long-term benefits of a vacation. Time off can help ease physical complaints, improve sleep quality, and enhance mood compared to a pre-vacation state. These perks can still be in effect up to five weeks later.
Statistics indicate the majority take less than one vacation every two years, or not at all. Income, demanding jobs, and overloaded schedules are top reasons for avoiding designated downtime. We live in a society that somewhat admires the overworked, and is awed by the overextended. Affirming your degree of stress is akin to children bragging about whom has a later bedtime. I’m stressed! I’m tired! I’m busy! In other words: I’m not lazy. I’m important.
Be important. Be busy. But be healthy...
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