Take a Vacation, Science Says So
You need a vacation. It’s OK to admit that. Work is a grind. Every day can start to seem the same. Your daily routine has dug a deep rut. It’s time to crawl out of it. So, go ahead—make your daydream about a relaxing afternoon at the beach a reality. It might be just what you need.
That’s because the benefits of vacations are bountiful, and boost your overall wellness. Escaping your everyday life strengthens all the pillars your well-being is built upon. Many positives await when you leave your frustrations at home and immerse yourself in a fun, new environment.
And it’s about more than the warm, fuzzy feelings you get from dipping your toes in the sand. Although the warm-fuzzies do help (as you’ll see later). The benefits of vacations are backed up by science. That’s right. You have solid scientific reasons for stealing away for a while.
So, there’s no need to make up excuses to escape. The slideshow below has eight amazing (and scientific) reasons why vacations are good for your health.
So, start improving your health and quality of life with a little get-away. Plan your vacation today—and do it stress-free with these great tips.
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http://www.health.com/stress/5-healthy-reasons-to-plan-your-vacation-right-now
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https://rd.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-012-9345-3
http://mentalfloss.com/article/60627/11-hidden-benefits-taking-more-vacation
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