Do you really know? How can I relax my brain while on holiday?
Aug 14, 2025
Discover effective strategies to relax your mind while enjoying your holiday. Learn how to set boundaries with work and manage email expectations to reduce stress. Explore practical relaxation techniques like deep breathing and mindfulness. Find out how to balance adventure and rest to enhance your well-being and make the most of your time off. Unwind as you unplug from daily pressures and embrace the joy of your getaway!
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No Instant 'Off' For The Brain
- We don't have an instant off-switch for brain activity when we go on holiday.
- Mental separation from work requires deliberate boundary-setting before you leave.
Set Clear Work Boundaries First
- Inform colleagues, delegate tasks, and set an out-of-office reply before you leave.
- These steps let you mentally distance from work and reduce checking emails.
Leisure Displaces Work Tension
- Engaging hobbies that captivate attention helps displace work-related tension.
- Prioritising leisure gradually lets you embrace the holiday experience more fully.