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Josie
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Work Vacations
Almost 65 percent of Americans work while on vacation. The main part of the vacation, unplugging our brains from the work routine is lost if we bring our work to our vacation, and makes us hate both work and our activities that are supposed to be fun.
This affects our intrinsic motivation and transforms our vacation into another stressful chore.
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Yahya Patel
@yahyap
How to take a vacation without leaving your own home
Benefits of vacationing
Studies show that those who go on vacations are more likely to have:
- A decreased risk of having a fatal heart attack for men;
- An improvement in heightening one's reacti...
Staycation
Vacations aren't only on tropical islands or a different place, sometimes it could be in the confines of your home. This is called a staycation and often provides the same benefits: an chance to rest, break from the usual routine, and time to play.
Oftentimes, it could be even more relaxing than an actual vacation because you wouldn't have to go through crowded airports, no jetlag, or fighting for a good spot at the beach.
Staycation Ideas
- Read books and watch movies that stimulates your desire for adventure;
- Pick up that old musical instrument that you've procrastinated to learn;
- Cook yourself something palatable and have an aperitif to go with it;
- Discover new games, online or board games;
- Visit a virtual museum;
- Go to a nearby park or if you're feeling a little bit more adventurous, go hiking; and
- Try studying a new language just in case you decide to go to the country of your choice.
Paisley
@pai291
Budgets and holiday celebrations
The holidays are usually filled with joy, celebration and the giving of gifts.
Having a financial plan in place will enable you to be less stressed and get through the holidays with your fi...
Chat with your emotions
Our emotions are often more intense during the holiday season. Marketers are experts at using those feelings to make you buy things.
- Make a rule for yourself: If an ad on the internet suggests a product to you, don't buy it.
- Treat your emotions as if they are people. It can help you to detach from that emotion and be more mindful when you buy gifts.
Create a holiday budget
Ask yourself what you think a realistic amount is to spend on gifts for yourself and others. It should be a number that you can realistically afford without dipping into your savings or creating credit card debt.
Then do your best to stick to your budget without getting caught up in consumerism. One strategy could be to use your travel funds. If you've cancelled a trip, you could redistribute a portion of those dollars for gifts.
Kinsley
@kin81
Tips for Answering Tell Me About Yourself at an Interview
The reason for the question
Interviewers ask questions like "tell me about yourself " to determine if you're qualified to do the work and if you will fit in with the team.
How to Answer the Question
It might be a good idea to share something about yourself that is doesn't relate directly to your career.
For example, interests like running might represent that you are healthy and energetic. Pursuits like being an avid reader might showcase your intellectual leaning. Volunteer work will demonstrate your commitment to the welfare of your community.
The “present-past-future” formula
This is a simple formula to construct your response.
- Start with a short overview of where you are now (which could include your current job along with a reference to a personal hobby or passion).
- Reference how you got to where you are (you could mention education, or an important experience, internship or volunteer experience).
- Finish by describing a probable goal for the future.
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