Here’s a fun activity! Let’s try and read this “TodaywetalkaboutPsychologicalDetach mentFromWorkthisisessentiallytheartofswitchingofffromworkduringleisuretimeresearchersclaimthatworkerswhodetachexperiencehigherpsychologicalwellbeingandevenperformbetteratwork”. Makes any sense? Most of us, even with our eyes closed, innately reach for the spaces, full stops and commas. We grumble on the lack of punctuations and spaces in what we read. Yet, surprisingly, we habitually disregard them in our everyday lives! Yes, I am talking of the time set aside to relax after work.
As a corporate generation we live on a fair share of coffees, cigarettes and drinks. Breaks are now for brainstorming (over more coffee) and unwinding is synonymous with discussing office affairs (more drinks). These stress busting measures we have seemed to embrace, ironically, keep us tied down to the very sources of our stress. We refuse to unburden! A true unwinding relaxation experience needs us to focus on something unrelated. Psychological Detachment From Work is in fact a recommended practice, proven to improve a person’s psychological and cognitive well-being. What it essentially means is giving ourselves the chance to Switch Off at the end of each day and relax after work. Or, to remember the full stop. What better way to wind down than to rediscover forgotten passions, make time for loved ones, free ourselves of expectations and basically step aside from the chaos, if only, for the night.
Here are five great ways to unwind at the end of each day and relax after work!
- Exercise
Exercise releases what I call “Happy Chemicals” or Endorphins that make us feel happy. Euphoric even! I find that pushing myself to get out for a brisk walk or a trip to the gym is the part that requires most effort. But once I do get there, I end up feeling relaxed, motivated, happy and inspired! And the best bit – you stay healthy!
- A Hot Bath and a Cuppa Green Tea
Nothing makes me relax after work like a hot shower and a cup of decaffeinated green tea. The hot liquid not only makes me feel like I am detoxifying myself but also helps get rid of the lethargy and invigorates me to do more! So pick any drink of your choice – tea or coffee – and re-energise yourself at the end of a long day!
- Pursue Your Passion
I have often found that the best way to relax at the end of the day for me is when there is a sense of achievement associated. For example, when I finally get down to reading that book I have been meaning to. Or when I finally get started on that new DIY project I have wanted to. While work always takes priority in life due to the monetary aspects involved, it is essential that we keep time aside to do the things that we love. So ask yourself what your passion is – cooking, writing, painting – whatever it may be, and get started!
- Family Time
What better way to relax than spend it with the people we love. Sitting back on the sofa with the partner and kids, watching a movie or simply chatting is a great way to unwind. Not only does it make us happy, it also improves communication within the family and intensifies the emotional bond. So maybe instead of spending that half an hour at work finishing off a report that you could still do the next day, come back home to some extra time that your dear ones would value!
- Sleep Well
Yes, make time for sleep!! A well rested mind works much more productively at work the next day too. Make sure you sleep atleast for 7-8 hours to revitalise your body and mind in preparation for another day at work.
As a people who seem to be living from weekend to weekend, why not find something to look forward to on weekdays as well? So, go home today, unwind, discover your passion, unveil your inner self and unburden!
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Look out next week for my article on How to Overcome Sleep Challenges!
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