Scheduling Break Time

You’ve heard it before: taking short breaks throughout your workday can improve productivity. Yes, this is true but have you ever done it? Many Guests of Hilton Head Health live very hectic, work-driven lives and their time spent here is the short break they get to actually focus on themselves. In our society we tend to think of being a workaholic as a positive characteristic because it shows you have dedication and are a hard worker. Well, I beg to differ. Often times “workaholics” are run-down, sleep deprived, and have suffering social relationships. It’s important to keep yourself from getting overwhelmed with deadlines and other responsibilities that keep you from you and one way to do that is to put everything on pause for just a few minutes a day.

Taking short breaks throughout the day helps rest your mind and body, keeps you from overexertion and could even help you cut back on all those cups of coffee. If you have a busy schedule, try penciling in your break time. It can be as easy as using your Metabo Time to unwind as you walk outside to enjoy your snack under a shady tree, journaling or even fitting in a quick office workout. These few minutes alone could be just what you need to re-energize and bring peace back to your chaotic day. Not only will you feel better, but you’re boss will be happy to see you motivated, re-invigorated and ready to take on the tasks at hand.