How I Work How to make your holiday afterglow last 43 days (according to new research)
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Apr 7, 2025 Discover how your holiday can boost your well-being for weeks after returning home. Research shows that with the right planning, the benefits of vacations can stretch for up to 43 days. Learn effective strategies to blend leisure time with your routine, prioritize physical activities, and disconnect from work. Embrace these tips to keep that post-trip glow shining long after you’ve unpacked your suitcase!
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Amantha's Optimized Holiday
- Amantha Imber recently returned from a coastal holiday focused on optimizing well-being.
- She prioritized activities like beach walks, strategic coffee consumption, and varied reading.
Holiday Afterglow Research
- A study found that holidays boost well-being for up to 43 days after returning to work.
- However, not all holidays offer equal benefits, prompting further research into optimal break types.
Mixing Home and Away Time
- Combine home and away time for a better well-being boost than solely traveling.
- Longer holidays have bigger initial boosts but experience sharper declines afterward.