4 things that can ruin the effectiveness of your vacation

A recent survey shows that 49% of employed Americans admitted to working for an hour or more a day while on vacation, and 25% work more than three hours each day on paid time off.

This sort of distracted time off essentially cancels the purpose of spending time off the clock.

Another survey states that only 26% of workers used all their paid time off, and over 25% don't feel rejuvenated after their vacations.

Vacations can do wonders for people’s mental health and well-being.

• People who take vacations are at less risk for cardiovascular problems and other life-shortening factors, like depressive symptoms.
• The level of vacation restfulness is dependent on how we feel before and after our time away from work.