04 Jun How a Busy Professional Can Unplug and Enjoy Vacation by Bonnie Gortler
Are you feeling a little overwhelmed by what you must do before you leave on vacation? Do you know how to relax, or are you the type of person who is stressed and worried about what will happen with your own business or a corporate job? Make the decision by stating the intention, a goal that you want to feel refreshed, relaxed, and rejuvenated while away and upon return. I mean really unplug with confidence that all is well, knowing that you covered all bases before you leave. It has taken me years to do but the payoff has allowed me to feel refreshed, relaxed, and rejuvenated. If I can relax, so can YOU!
This is exactly what I experience when I go on vacation with my family on the island of Aruba which is only about twenty-one miles and is in the southern part of the Caribbean Sea. This island may be small but because there are no distractions, it is the perfect place to unwind. My favorite place in Aruba is the Casa Del Mar Resort (where my lounge chair resides lol).
Yes, it is possible to relax as you enjoy your vacation and be committed to your health and wellness, taking care of your body, and being very conscious of what you are eating and drinking. Decide that you will relax, enjoy time with family and friends and also maintain a balanced lifestyle while you are away. Some peace and quiet time, while you are on vacation, is a wonderful feeling. Take some time to be still, relax, and clear your mind.
One great way to do this is through exercise which allows stress to leave your body as you burn calories, improve cardiovascular health and circulation through your entire body. My rule is no lounge chair until I do some type of exercise, whether it be an ab stretching class, water aerobics, a walk on the beach or doing laps in the pool, or whatever you like to do where you move your body. Your body will appreciate your healthy choices and will tell you exactly what it needs if you will just stop & pay attention.
Simply have fun, If you have had never taken classes while you are away, you will be truly amazed at how much fun you can have and also feel refreshed, rejuvenated as you burn calories while on vacation. For years I have sat on my lounge chair simply reading a book or listening to the music when the class was taking place. Now I participate. I am so glad I made the plunge! Once I work out, I do my best to do it early in the day then I could be free to find my lounge chair and then have the rest of the day to chill out.
It is also very important to start early to build a relationship with your associate or team members, a reliable person you can trust that you believe can manage your everyday tasks while you are on vacation so you will be confident and not have to worry about your job or business.
Simple Tips How a Busy Professional Can Unplug and Enjoy Vacation
Prepare in advance:
Make a list of important procedures and information. Devise a plan before you go away what you desire to happen if certain situations occur and communicate with your team. This way you know that you did all you could to have things the same as if you were making the decision yourself, the day it occurs while you are away and not in the office. It is also a good idea to go over important matters with your clients in advance of your departure. They really appreciate you being in touch with them and you also do not want them to take their business elsewhere.
Create a way to communicate with your office:
Most times it is not necessary to take your business with you when you travel; however, your chances of a worry-free vacation are much improved when you are able to check on what is important for you. You can bring a laptop, an iPad or have access to a cell phone. Nobody says you must be on call day and night and not enjoy your vacation, but it is important to be able to communicate if something arises. When I travel, I monitor the stock market periodically through the day by listening to talk around the pool or a quick look at CNBC on the TV. I mostly use email to communicate with my team, but I purchase an international cell phone if direct communication is necessary.
Decide what an emergency is and under what circumstances do you want your replacement to contact you while you are on vacation? Be clear about your expectations. Meet with the person who is going to be backing you up and see what concerns she or he has. Having someone else be in control of things for brief periods, even if it is just a day, will give you both the chance to see how things go and work out the details of your AWAY plan.
Keep your commitment:
What are you responsible for that you promised you would get done while away? Do what you say that you promise to get done while you are away. When you can be trusted people desire to do business with you.
Always have a backup plan:
Start early to get what you promised done so you can keep your word, responsibility, and your promise. For example, the responsibility of writing an article for a blog post while away. I learned your battery can be low on your computer, or a part brake and you have no access to your hard drive. Send your files that you are using to AOL, G-mail, Hotmail, wherever your email is, so you can have access. Realize your personal files on your computer such as word or excel you will not be able to access but you will be able to get what you send to your Email accounts.
If you are a little more computer savvy, back up your files to a small flash drive which is very inexpensive, easy to use, and convenient. With a flash drive, you can have a backup to your own files from your home or office computer for reference without an internet connection.
Your own personal health is important:
Clear your mind. You are worth more to your clients, employees, and yourself when you rejuvenate, refresh, relax and have some fun while on vacation. Take a few days and step away from your daily habits and routines. If you are anxious, wound up, and challenged by having to relax, stop for a moment reach out to a friend for support. Remember someone would do the same for you. Your friends have words of wisdom that will calm your thoughts. Do not forget to say a huge THANK YOU and show your appreciation.
Give yourself permission to take the time off and rejuvenate your brain, rest your body and change your routine. A vacation is a period of time you experience different things, not do more of the same. The time away will empower you to move forward with clarity and a renewed purpose.
Remember when you are away to take full advantage of what is available to you when it comes to technology so you can achieve a worry-free vacation. Your chances of really enjoying your time away are greatly improved because you prepared in advance and are still able to keep tabs on situations and deal with the challenges if they arise. A vacation is a refreshing necessity and well deserved for everyone. When you prepare in advance, create clear communication, institute a backup plan and incorporate a commitment of trust so you will find that the return home will be much more enjoyable. Getting to take a vacation in the future will be a whole lot easier and rewarding.
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