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Unlocking the Science of Vacations

Unlocking the Science of Vacations

Update: 2025-06-10
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In this episode of The Expanded MD Podcast, Dr. Sarah Lea chats with Jennica Day, a vacation expert, author, and advocate for intentional rest and recovery. After experiencing burnout while living and working in Cancun, she dedicated herself to understanding the science of vacationing and work recovery, developed the "Vacation Hero Method," and authored the book You Need a (Better) Vacation, where she shares evidence-based strategies to help individuals and organizations optimize time off for improved well-being, performance, and happiness.

Jennica shares some of her best tips on today's podcast, and together with Sarah discusses why vacations matter, why you don't need money to take one, and practical tips for how you can maximize your time off today!

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Unlocking the Science of Vacations

Unlocking the Science of Vacations

Dr. Sarah Lea