Five signs you need a holiday

We’re all guilty of becoming too engrossed in work and, before we know it, the sun has disappeared and we’re back in the dark depths of winter.

But more worrying than not joining in on the summer fun is the fact that not having a break from work can affect our physical health and our performance at work.

Being so busy all the time, it’s often hard to tell when we should take a break.

So let’s take a look at the top five signs we should be swapping the daily grind for a few days’ holiday.

Sleep

Not being able to sleep is a sure sign you need time off. One of the biggest factors that affects sleep is ruminating on work tasks, which can lead to stress.

If you’re tossing and turning, worrying about a deadline or your cluttered inbox, it’s time to book yourself a week off. This will help get your sleep patterns sorted, improving your wellbeing and boosting your career.

Lethargy

Working too much can lead to unhealthy eating choices, which leave you feeling sluggish and unmotivated. This in turn leads to a lack of exercise and a struggle to fit into last summer’s shorts. Even just a few days off to get your health regime back in check and fit in some exercise can work wonders.

Irritability

If every time you pick up the phone you want to scream into it, that’s a sign you should take time out from your duties. Think of it as a relationship break: take a week off to yourself, relax, enjoy some ‘me time’ and when you return to the office, chances are you’ll be happy to see everyone again. Well, maybe not everyone!

Neglect

If you’re starting to feel like you never see anyone besides work colleagues, it’s definitely time to spend quality time with family and friends. There’s only so many times you can refuse invitations before you stop getting invited – so take a well-deserved holiday.

Jealousy

When you’re starting to envy all your work colleagues who’ve been away to sunny climes and returned with a suntan and fridge magnet, it’s time to act. Stop dreaming of a Pina Colada by the pool and make it happen. When you return you’ll be refreshed and able to take up the reins again.

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Posted on July 20, 2018