New Delhi: Don’t rely on a vacation to relax your body or mind as there never seems to be enough time, resources, or opportunities for travel. Luckily, with a little creativity, working professionals looking to take time off can find and choose from a myriad of innovative rest and relaxation methods, whether at home or in their cities and states. Here are few tricks that you can try.
Get Off Electronics
Sometimes I think it’s really nice to take a vacation in a foreign country where I don’t have cell phone access. It can be so freeing to unplug, and yes, sometimes I need to be forced, but I feel so much more relaxed after. Create your own device-free weekend or even day where you’re completely off your electronics and present in your life. Get your friends and family to join you so you can truly enjoy some quality time together.
Try a New Restaurant
One of the best parts of traveling is trying new or unique foods. But after living in a city for a while, people tend to frequent the same few restaurants. Leave behind your trusted spots for somewhere you’ve never been before. Whether the restaurant just opened or has been in business for a while, make a reservation – as long as it’s new to you. To find a spot you’re sure to love, search sites like Yelp or look at local food bloggers’ pages. You might surprise yourself and find a new favorite!
Get Outside
Visiting your local nature trails and parks can give you a mental refresh that indoor ventures cannot. In today’s world, where we’re flooded with powerful technology, it’s necessary to leave behind the fluorescent lights and recharge outside. Research shows that getting outside can provide a multitude of health benefits. Spending time outdoors increases your Vitamin D levels, helps you sleep better, improves your attention and memory, increases energy, and more.
Read a Book
When on vacation, reading is a fun way to pass the time and provides lasting entertainment. But, you don’t need a vacation to find time to read a book. Reading is an excellent way to unplug while also keeping your brain active and engaged. Other benefits of reading include stress reduction, increased knowledge, and memory improvement. Plus, reading can be a low-cost form of entertainment. Checking out books from your local library or borrowing a book from a friend can provide you with a surplus of affordable entertainment and relaxation.
Pet a Dog
There’s a reason there are animal support dogs. They help people feel less anxious. Petting a friendly dog can also help reduce stress hormones. It’s hard not to smile at a dog who’s wagging his tail at you.
Take Nap
One of my favorite things about being on vacation is taking a nap. Napping feels so luxurious to me, and there’s no reason you can’t take one at home. A quick 20-minute power nap can leave you feeling recharged and relaxed, and ready to face the rest of the day.
Get Outside In Nature
Being outdoors can calm both your mind and your body. Children with ADHD were shown to be able to focus better after spending 20 minutes in a park. Don’t wait to go on vacation to surround yourself with the beauty of nature. Sit in a park, watch the waves crash, or walk barefoot in the grass. All of these things should help you relax without taking a vacation.
Take a Day Trip
A long vacation may not be in your cards in the short term, so why not take a day trip somewhere to do a little exploring. This can be spontaneous since you don’t need to make hotel reservations or book a plane ticket. Hop in the car and get your mind and body out of your current state. A little can go a long way in getting you to relax without taking a vacation.
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