Stress is a regular part of our daily lives; too much stress/anxiety can leave us feeling overwhelmed at best and nonfunctional at worst. Many individuals are taking "mental health days" to prevent burnout. While taking time to relieve stress is not new, "mental health day" is a new practice.
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Recently, mental health days increased in recognition thanks to employers,
governments, and universities on a global level. There is an urgent response to workers, students, or residents taking time to improve their
well-being.
On mayoclinichealthsystem.org, read more about mental health days and the right time to take them without disrupting your schedule.
You must know the signs of sudden burnout or mental exhaustion regarding time off for mental health. On talkspace.com, find ten signs that a mental health day might be necessary. Of course, you can decide the best time to take a mental health day. However, if you're experiencing one or more of these signs, thinking about de-stressing is a good idea.
Now that we better understand mental health days, let's ask ourselves: How do we spend that day? While everyone has their unique take on relieving anxiety and stress, there are some recommended ways to spend your time off to relax best and recharge yourself.
On shape.com, "Your Guilt-Free Guide to
Taking a Mental Health Day" contains advice on requesting a mental health
day from your boss/supervisor, the right time to take the mental health day,
and what to do once you're at home.
How do you feel about mental health days? Have you ever felt the need to take one? Let us know in the comments below!
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