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While the ideas we’ve referred to above aren’t bad, there’s more you could do during the holidays to squeeze out all the good they have to offer. In this article, we’ll talk about some things you should do this December as a working person who’s vacationing.
Set Boundaries
Worrying about work even while supposedly away from it could ruin the holiday experience for you. This may happen if you let work bleed into your time off. To prevent this, make sure to set boundaries. Even if you decide to get a bit of work done, it would be ideal to restrict it to the degree that it doesn’t take up much of your time.Explore a Hobby
What’s a hobby that you’ve let fallow while dealing with work? The holidays provide you with a chance to pursue it. Whether it’s cooking, sports, travel, musical instruments, or photography, immersing yourself in activities you love will release your happy juices and leave you feeling rejuvenated.Connect with Family and Friends
No matter what your job does for you, it’s probably not as valuable as the deeper human relationships you have. Your time off work allows you to catch up with your loved ones. Schedule visits to their places, or invite them over to your place. You might also go on outings with them. What’s important is that you nurture the ties you have with them.Sign up for the Connect Nigeria daily newsletter
Learn New Things
It’s a good idea to educate yourself in the extra hours you have for yourself. You could do this by reading books and articles about various subjects, listening to informative podcasts, and taking online courses. All of this will broaden your mind, sharpen your intellect, and enrich your experience of the world.Exercise
While you were at work, you likely struggled to adhere to an exercise regimen. Now that you’re taking a break from it, you’re in a better position to get fit. Going to the gym is great, but you might achieve your fitness goals just by taking 30-minute walks on most days of the week or running outdoors every morning.Volunteer Your Time
Volunteering is a nice way to engage your community and make a difference in it. This could be anything from joining neighbourhood cleaning efforts to helping out with a project at your church. It’s not just a way to give back; you may connect with interesting people and learn new things in the process.Network
Even if you’re not in “work mode”, time off work allows you to build your professional network. Ways to do this include attending industry events, being at Christmas-themed corporate occasions, and connecting with people in your industry via social media. The new relationships you start may yield interesting insights and fresh opportunities for growth.Register to attend the CN Business Mixer
Final Words
There’s so much you can stuff into the holidays; you should have a goal to make the most of your time off work. We suggest that you devote the extra time on your hands to relaxing, meeting up with family, and improving yourself (physically and mentally). Go into this period with a desire to emerge a healthier, happier, and better-skilled individual.Got a suggestion? Contact us: editor@connectnigeria.com