The Sam Ovens Podcast

18. How to Achieve Peak Performance by Taking Daily Breaks and Vacations

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Dec 17, 2017
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ANECDOTE

Vacations For Relationship And Rest

  • Sam vacations mainly to accommodate his girlfriend and to rest rather than to escape work.
  • He enjoys his work so much that vacation feels unnecessary unless for relationship or rest reasons.
ADVICE

Completely Disconnect On Vacation

  • On vacation, switch fully off and avoid working to make it a true break.
  • Working remotely on vacation only creates a more distracting work environment instead of rest.
ADVICE

Use Rituals To Enter And Exit Work

  • Build consistent morning and evening rituals to signal the brain when to start and stop work.
  • Use exercise, cold showers, meditation, and a wind-down hour to prepare for deep work and restful sleep.
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