Your belly is full of Christmas cookies, hopefully you’re feeling refreshed from sleeping in and not setting an alarm, and you’ve had quality time with the people you love. That’s the hope at least, but for many of us, the reality is that the holiday break is no break at all. 

So, if you’re like me and have spent the holiday break serving others instead of prioritizing taking care of yourself, I want to share three things you can do to help ease your transition into going back to work.

1. Ask yourself “What do I want?”

What do you want for your physical and emotional health? What makes you happy? What do you want your life to look like 5 years from now? And take time to process what changes need to happen in order for you to be the healthiest and happiest version of yourself.

2. Set boundaries, specifically with your cell phone and email. 

Here are a few things you can do to set boundaries with your cell phone: 

• Turn your notifications off when you’re not at work.
• Put your phone in another room. 
• Turn your phone off when you’re with your family. 

3. Prioritize One Day A Week for Yourself 

If happiness is something you’re looking for, take one hour, one day a week, and go get a cup of coffee by yourself and do nothing else. 

Whatever it is that makes you happy, MAKE TIME for it. You are just as important as everyone else you’re taking care of. 

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