The Eid holidays go in a delightful blur. It’s filled with family visits, delicious food, and lots of laughter . The best thing for most of us, is that we don’t need to check our inbox. Let the emails overflow. But alas, it’s over, the festive fog has lifted and the reality of work is painfully creeping back in. The struggle of returning to routine can be excruciating; you’re not imagining it. And research says too: The emotional comedown after holidays can significantly affect motivation and focus. A 2020 study published in Frontiers in Psychology noted that returning to work after breaks often triggers a post-vacation syndrome — including fatigue , irritability , and concentration issues. So how do you actually get back into work mode without spiraling? Here’s a research-backed roadmap to regaining your rhythm after Eid — gently, smartly, and with your energy intact. Ease in with intention, not pressure: Think 168 hours Jumping headfirst into your to-do list may seem heroic, but i...
Henry David Thoreau wrote, “Our life is frittered away by detail. Simplify, simplify.” Here are a few practices from our faculty and presenters that can simplify your life by bringing you into the moment and clarifying what matters. From Izzy Lenihan , certified life, career, and wellness coach: Make a list of your top 10 energy drainers. Then make a simple action plan for how you will address one of those things. From Elisha Goldstein , founder of the Mindful Living Collective: Listen . As an experiment, pick a day and set an intention to listen. Listen to the sounds of leaves in the wind, of kids playing, or someone speaking to you. When we pause and listen, we get back in touch with the simplicity of life, and anxious thoughts begin to simmer down. From Renée Peterson Trudeau , internationally recognized life-balance coach: Designate weekends for rest and relaxation (as best you can!). It’s easy to pack our weekends with errand...