While time away from work can rejuvenate you and make you want to get back in the swing of things when you return, post holiday blues are real! The best way to get back into your routine after a holiday is to track your progress and acknowledge small accomplishments as you go.
Write it all down
Research suggests that you become 42% more likely to achieve your goals by writing them down. This is because writing goals and tasks down holds you accountable, and also creates a physical reminder of what you’re working towards. Physically writing your goals down forces both sides of your brain to work together, stimulating a more powerful response and a greater ambition to meet those goals.
Make a list of tasks you need to accomplish, and go down the list to ensure that you get everything you want done. This will help you see what you’ve accomplished and what else you need to do.
Treat yourself!
Coming back from a relaxing holiday vacation filled with food, family, and friends can make it hard to go back to work, but the best way to get back into your routine after a holidays is to reward yourself for what you’ve accomplished throughout the day. A reward could be a sweet treat, a quick walk around the block, unwrapping a new notepad, or anything else that makes you happy. The point is rewarding yourself for accomplishing your tasks so you feel motivated to get your work done.
A recent study shows that employees who take short, frequent breaks during the workday have more stamina. It’s much harder to work for a long period of time than to give your body and mind a quick break. Something as simple as taking a walk around the office or enjoying a cup of coffee or tea will give you time to recharge.
Don’t be so hard on yourself
You’re not the only one who feels like you’re running around with your head cut off, so don’t be so hard on yourself. Remember that everyone is in the same post-holiday boat that you are. If you’re having a hard time at work, it’s okay. Give yourself time to accomplish everything you need and move strategically from one task to another. It may be hard at first, but the more you accomplish, the better you will feel, and your regular routine will become easier. The first few days back are always hard, but everything gets better with time.
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Post holiday blues are real, and the best way to get back into your routine after a holiday is to go slowly, ease yourself back into the swing of things, and reward yourself for small victories.