Outrageous, isn't it? Telling someone you're taking a day off just because you feel like it! Not at all! Taking a day off is in many cases the right advice and the right remedy. And here's why, if you feel like it, you should also take a day off and not feel guilty about it.
You are entitled to a break
Many employees are eager to prove that they are indispensable. Some of them are afraid to claim their free time. What if they seem replaceable? Or worse, get fired? You don't have to worry; your boss won't fire you if you take a day off. Go ahead and use your paid time off, you've earned every minute of it. It's in your contract and, moreover, free time is essential for your well-being. Every company wants healthy employees, right?
A healthy work-life balance is important
You probably already know this:free time is good for you. So take some. Everyone needs a break from work every now and then to stay healthy. If you break under work pressure, your boss is of no use to you. That is why you should not forget that it is important to recharge your body and mind.
It increases your productivity
You might think you're the most productive worker of the year if you don't take a day off or vacation at all. Well, you are mistaken. Research shows that taking time off from work and completely disconnecting from work leads to being more productive.
Change brings creativity at work
Sometimes it's hard to think creatively while being physically close to the problem. It can cause your thoughts to be stuck in a certain thought pattern or get stuck in a loop of limited thoughts. During some free time, your mind wanders, shifting it into a more expansive kind of cognition. One where there is more room for creative thinking, inspiration and ideas.
