10/26/2011

Steps for a Beneficial Weekend.


Today  is Friday and although we may still be at work, the thought that weekend is coming, gives us optimism and improves our mood.
And yet...how many times hasn't it happened to us to spend the weekend in a way that left back disappointment and even made us look forward to going back to work?

However, in times like the ones we live, the stress and emotional fatigue are plenty  and our opportunities for rest must be given proper attention.

So what can we actually do so as to make this weekend (and the rest to come) leave us the benefit we so much need?

At first, let's turn off our computer, keep away from virtual social networks and arrange to actually go out and meet people that have positive energy and can make us feel more optimistic. Research has shown that spending time with people that energize us has direct positive effects on our health, too.

Then let's do something that will make us use our mind in a different way. A walk in the nature, a charity event, having a drink with nice friends, a relaxation workshop, a bike ride and so on, will take our mind away from our current worries and will help us take some distance from our actual problems. This will also help us be more effective when it comes to solving them later on.

Summing up, we all know that there are many 'have-to's that need to be done during the weekend. But as we pay significant attention to our job needs, so  we must we do when it comes to our rest, too. Our obligations never end. Our energy, however, does! So attention should be paid so as for us to keep on been motivated, creative and healthy. Have a wonderful weekend all!

Elina Giachali

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