Why Taking a Vacation Is Good For You [Infographic]

Have you ever considered taking a vacation, but backed out in the end because you have too much work to do? Seems familiar. Well, it might be time to rethink that decision.

Taking a vacation has many benefits, and it can actually improve your work performance.

Many decide not to go through with their vacation plans because they are afraid a mountain of work will be waiting for them once they get back. However, what they do not realize is they can only benefit from taking some time off. Not only will it improve productivity, reduce stress, help you avoid burnout, prevent heart disease and boost creativity. It actually makes a much bigger difference than you might think.

Vacation – a soothing lullaby?

Having trouble sleeping is something a lot of people are dealing with. In case you were unaware, taking a vacation can help out with that.

Sometimes, we have too much on our minds. It seems like everything catches up with us at night, and all the problems and stress we dealt with that day, simply come back. We think about everything we have to finish tomorrow, and what will happen if we don’t make it in time. Needless to say, too much stress.

Another cause for sleep problems can be the fact that many of us work late in the night, and can’t fall asleep because we stare at our laptops or phones all day long.

By taking a vacation, and leaving all the stress behind, you will definitely reset your sleeping pattern.

Spend more time with your loved ones.

As we grow up, we take on many responsibilities and we can’t find enough time to spend with our friends and family. By taking a vacation, we’re able to rethink our priorities and make time for those we love. In the end, when we come back from vacation, we’ll appreciate the time spend with our loved ones more, and will definitely find more time for them.

Decrease depression, and increase happiness.

Did you know that taking some time off actually increases your happiness? A study has proved that even though it increases happiness, it all wears off rather quickly. That’s why it’s recommended to take several short vacations during the year.

Another study has shown that taking time off helps decrease depression. By removing yourself from the daily tension and stress, you are less likely to feel depressed.

Taking some time off definitely has a positive impact both on physical and mental health. If you are ever in doubt about whether you should take a vacation, think of these facts, as they might change your mind and bring positive change.

Aleksandra Simović