Scott Mills: “Doing nothing is ok!” Stop feeling guilty for resting
Dec 5, 2024
auto_awesome
Scott Mills, a renowned broadcaster and Celebrity Race Across the World winner, shares his journey towards self-care. He discusses the importance of truly disconnecting while on holiday, revealing his strategy of locking away his phone. Scott reflects on his recent wedding and the unexpected challenges of romance, including a near-disaster helicopter date. He and the host reminisce about their Radio 1 days, pondering the fine line between casual drinking and addiction while emphasizing the necessity of rest and balance in both personal and professional life.
Scott Mills emphasizes the importance of genuinely disconnecting from work during holidays to recharge and enjoy quality time with loved ones.
The podcast highlights the significance of acknowledging social anxiety and scheduling personal time for self-care to maintain balance in life.
Deep dives
Embracing the Present Moment
Feeling time slip away can invoke anxiety, leading to a rush to plan for the future. This experience of time disappearing can prompt a strong desire to remain grounded and present. Engaging fully in each moment allows individuals to savor their current feelings and surroundings, fostering a richer holiday experience. By focusing on the present rather than racing ahead to future events, one can enjoy the seasonal delights more fully.
The Importance of Taking Holidays Seriously
Many people struggle to fully disengage from work while on holiday, often taking their phones and work stress with them. This tendency undermines the fundamental purpose of taking a break, which is to recharge and enjoy quality time with loved ones. The discussion highlights shocking statistics about how few individuals utilize their entire vacation allowances, emphasizing the need to change this habit. Prioritizing genuine relaxation and disconnecting from work contributes significantly to personal well-being.
Navigating Social Anxiety in Daily Life
Social anxiety can cause individuals to feel drained or overwhelmed in group settings, leading to a decreased desire to engage with others. Even those who thrive in public professions can experience a low social battery and a full mental load from everyday concerns. Acknowledging these feelings can lead to healthier coping strategies, such as scheduling time alone to recharge. Emphasizing self-care is crucial for maintaining balance amidst busy personal and professional lives.
The Transformative Power of Travel
Traveling can serve as a vital escape from the daily grind and a chance to explore new experiences. Through engaging in challenges like 'Race Across the World', individuals not only discover new cultures but also reflect on their own lives. The podcast emphasizes the value of experiencing unfamiliar situations, which can promote personal growth and understanding. Additionally, taking trips that allow for meaningful experiences can decisively impact one's perspective on life.
How quickly does your social battery drain? Do you know what you need to do to recharge it? Broadcaster Scott Mills admits he’s worked too hard and not relaxed enough in the past, but that’s all changing now...
This episode is brought to you by British Airways Holidays, so Scott tells Fearne what he now does to take his holidays more seriously, including locking his phone away because – spoiler – nothing bad happens when you properly switch off from the world!
Scott has advice if you feel like it’s too late to meet the love of your life... He reflects on his recent wedding, as well as revealing how the grand gesture of a helicopter ride in the early days of dating nearly ruined the whole relationship! How would you cope if you felt a relationship was moving a little too fast, or too slow, for you...?
Plus, is it Fearne or Scott who reckons they were ‘The White Wine Queen’ during their chaotic Radio 1 days? They both think about when habitual drinking becomes problematic.
If you’re ready to take your holidays more seriously, head to BA.com/holidays
If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like: