When most people think about rest, they think about shutting their brain off and trying to relax. The problem is that while shutting off your brain off can provide some rest in certain situations, it’s just one of the seven forms of rest that help us to function as humans. That … [Read more...] about Here’s why you’re still tired after vacation and what you can do about it
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Why you should embrace the art of doing nothing
Think about the last time you did something only because it pleased you, not because it was expected. This is what makes it so sweet, and such a gift. Society has shifted toward prioritizing hyper-productivity, making the notion of doing nothing seem unproductive and inefficient. … [Read more...] about Why you should embrace the art of doing nothing
A guide to vacationing without stressing about work for a moment
Time away from the office isn’t always as stress-free as it sounds. A 2018 survey from the American Psychological Association (APA) found that 21% of U.S. adults felt stressed during their time off and 28% worked more than they thought they would on vacation. In order to relax … [Read more...] about A guide to vacationing without stressing about work for a moment
Give your brain the reset it needs with these 7 strategies
The fabulous thing about the brain is its ability to “reboot” and remove patterns, bad habits, biases, and limits that no longer serve you. It may feel like the way you think and behave are set in stone, but the fact of the matter is there are ways to press the reset button and … [Read more...] about Give your brain the reset it needs with these 7 strategies
Reclaim your weekend with this four-step formula
For many, the phrase “I’ll do that on the weekend,” has become the answer to solving any apparent time limitation problem. In their weekday minds, the weekend becomes this mythical land where time is infinite and motivation abundant. But in their weekend reality, time is still … [Read more...] about Reclaim your weekend with this four-step formula