The vacation period is always a time that is much desired and awaited by most people. But it is often difficult to break the routine and “immerse yourself” in dolce far niente, leaving aside everyday worries and surrendering to the essence of the pleasure of living in the moment.
Relaxing and unwinding is necessary, but it is not always achieved easily. Vacations should provide rest and are important for resting the mind and body. It’s time to break the cycle of routine and learn how to truly relax on vacation, and it’s very important to be committed to preserving peace and tranquility. It is not always possible to transition calmly from states of stress and anxiety from work and the daily rush to a state of leisure and relaxation. In a world that celebrates busyness and productivity, it’s all too easy to forget the art of relaxing.
Space for spontaneity
It is essential to leave space for spontaneity and unplanned activities. Getting enough sleep, waking up naturally without the sound of an alarm clock, enjoying nutritious meals, regular exercise, walking or yoga can help to keep your spirit and body relaxed and rejuvenated.
Taking time to appreciate the beauty of your surroundings or practicing mindfulness activities, such as engaging your senses, meditation or deep breathing exercises, can also contribute to a more serene state of mind, not only improving the holiday experience, but also helping to reduce stress and anxiety, thus promoting better mental and physical well-being.
Resist the “intrusions” – Digital detox
Being on vacation is not just being in a different place, but also changing the way of being and thinking. Resisting the usual “intrusions” such as accessing emails, messages or even social media networks is a way of establishing limits and crucial to helping you have a full and more relaxed holiday, in other words, doing a digital detox.
It then becomes necessary and important to focus on the present moment and enjoy what we can have around us, in a calm and pleasant way. Enjoying and “breathing” your vacation or time off without the weight of the daily routine and slowing down is a necessary condition.
Trying to have experiences that we don’t always allow ourselves to have can be fun, relaxing and beneficial. But you need to balance it with rest to balance body and mind and actually be able to have a vacation where recharging your batteries and freeing your mind should be a priority.
