Jeremy Kaplan
If you are a busy professional you know that too much stress isn’t a good thing. Whether you have a started a new position or have multiple projects to juggle, spending too much time in the office is a great way for you to get stressed out and lose all desire to turn in quality work. If you are in need of some great relaxation time to take your mind off work, there are many ideas that you can follow.
One of the best ways to keep your mind fresh is to take a class or two. The class you take is completely up to you. For example, have you always wanted to paint, or create sculptures? You’ll want to find an art class that you can take. Maybe music is more of an interest to you. You can find a music shop or school that offers either solo or group lessons. The point is that by learning or practicing something creative, you will be taking your mind off of work. Getting the creative juices flowing may be all that you need to return to work with a fresh perspective.
If getting creative doesn’t appeal to you, you can always get physical. Exercising and working out is a great way to blow off steam and keep you fresh for the work ahead. Setting yourself up in a group exercise class is a great way to meet like minded individuals and doesn’t require a sizable time or monetary commitment. If you want to be held more accountable, you can get a personal trainer and set up one on one sessions, but the important thing is that you plan out dedicated time to be outside of the office. You can also treat yourself to something like a full body massage to work out all of the stress.
Today’s office culture can take a toll on even the most dedicated of workers. Find a way to treat yourself to something that takes your mind off of the office and you will reap the benefits. No one should be thinking about work all day, every day.
