Check out 16 Return-To-Work Programs In India For Ambitious Women Like You!
By simply saying that you deserve a break! That’s correct. Just saying you deserve a break will ease the discomfort you feel about taking a break.
I am often asked this question and as an entrepreneur, I have personally experieknced the guilt of taking time off of work. But let me tell you, working constantly can result in less productivity and recurrent burnout which is not good for business or health.
I know you might say, ‘But I’ve just started, it’s a start-up, I’m not as successful or a big shot yet to take a break.’
Your worry is genuine. However, its unfiltered by reality.
The reality being?
The biggest secret to becoming successful or achieving success is by taking a break every now and then. Yes! There have been countless researches that have been conducted which support this fact.
Actually, taking breaks and vacationing will not only help at work but also at home, it increases happiness and reduces stress. Taking time out increases creativity. It’s when you take a break that you experience an ‘aha’ moment. That’s your creativity talking. Constantly working can lead you to become mundane and your thinking becomes stagnant.
You may ask, if taking a break is so effective why do we still work non-stop?
Here’s why:
The biggest myth about work is, “If you don’t work for hours you won’t make it big.” Heard of it? No?!
How about this? – “If you don’t work hard you will fail!” – Yes! We’ve all heard this one.
“The idea is not to work hard for long hours and time, it is what you do in all those hours and time.
Remember S.M.A.R.T.E.R ? – Let me remind you just in case – Specific, Meaningful, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound, Evaluate, Readjust your approach.
When was the last time I took a break and didn’t think about work?
It is important to take at least a day off each week and at least 14-15 days off in a year.
How many hours of work have I really put in?
In a day, take a break after a good 50-90 minutes of work.
Am I creating something that is fun and productive?
If the answer is No, immediately take a break
Do I feel more tired or exhausted and less excited and enthusiastic?
If the answer is yes, schedule time at the spa or yoga and unwind.
Am I happy with the results?
If the answer is No, take that break. Do something fun!
Taking a break should be fun and should leave you happy. Your mind needs a break every now and then.
Image via Unsplash
First published at author’s blog
A Psychologist, Blogger, Entrepreneur, bibliophile, stationary buff. Love writing, poetry, coffee, An introvert and dreamer. Fascinated by drama, interviews and human behaviour. read more...
Women's Web is an open platform that publishes a diversity of views, individual posts do not necessarily represent the platform's views and opinions at all times.
Stay updated with our Weekly Newsletter or Daily Summary - or both!
People say that women are the greatest enemies of women. I vehemently disagree. It is the patriarchal mindset that makes women believe in the wrong ideology.
The entire world celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8, 2024. It should be a joyful day, but unfortunately, not all women are entitled to this privilege, as violence against women is at its peak. The experience of oppression pushes many women to choose freedom. As far as patriotism is concerned, feminism is not a cup of tea in this society.
What happens when a woman decides to stand up for herself? Does this world easily accept the decisions of women in this society? What inspires them to be free of the clutches of the oppression that women have faced for ages? Most of the time, women do not get the chance to decide for themselves. Their lives are always at the mercy of someone, which can be their parents, siblings, husband, or children.
In some cases, women do not feel the need to make any decisions. They are taught to obey the patriarchal system, which makes them believe that they are right. In my family, I was never taught to make decisions on my own. It was always my parents who bought dresses and all that I needed.
It is shameful that in today's world too, women are abused and even killed for giving birth to a girl, and the infant's life is also of no value.
Trigger Warning: This deals with domestic violence, suicide, and violence against women, and may be triggering to survivors.
I am so glad that the esteemed courts are now giving the much-required verdicts regarding certain ideologies that were not at all entertained earlier. I mean we all have studied this much biology at our school level and it is our duty (our generation) to educate our elders about it.
Why someone have to lose a life to bring such awareness to the society. Delhi High Court gave this judgement concerning a case that filed by the deceased daughter’s parents against her in-laws. She committed suicide as she was harassed and tortured for dowry and giving birth to two daughters.
Please enter your email address