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| 10 Things To Help When Returning To Work After The Holidays |
Is there anything more painful than returning to work after an extended food-filled weekend? I think not, and I have to admit I am not looking forward to going back to the grind tomorrow either. So in the spirit of keeping things cheerful and jolly, despite the mixed bag that was this Christmas (RIP George) here are a few things to help you get back in work mode without killing the good vibes:
- Pamper Routine is mandatory, use all those lovely treats you got for Christmas. Immerse that bath bomb into a bath and soak yourself in some me time.
- Wash your hair. Put in some fancy hair oil or leave-in conditioner.
- Pop on a face mask, battle that imminent breakout from all the chocolate you have been swimming in.
- Exfoliate, until you feel so clean and smooth and perfect that you sparkle.
- Paint your nails so when you're typing at your desk you feel like a boss.
- Drink some green tea because it will help you get into a healthier frame of mind. If you have time to squeeze in a quick workout or at least a stretch you'll feel better immediately.
- Have bottled water on hand because the key to battling hangovers and sluggish behaviour is H20.
- Set your alarm half an hour earlier than you usually do just so you have an extra half an hour before you actually have to get out of bed.
- Say to yourself before you step out of the door or even before you manage to drag yourself out of bed that "today is going to be a great day". Statistics show saying it makes it so, okay I made that up, but if you choose to believe it surely you have a higher chance of having a really good day.
- Eat a healthy breakfast, a banana is a good option. They are quite refreshing and not too heavy first thing in the morning.
- Plan something fun for your lunch, I tend to save specific YouTube videos so I can watch them in my lunch hour, plus most beauty YouTubers are starting to roll out their Best and Worst of 2016 videos which are amongst my favourite to watch. Another suggestion is getting your hands on your favourite limited time only Christmas drink from one of your chosen coffee shops before you can't get them anymore. THE HORROR.
Thank you for reading! I hope you enjoyed this post and found it helpful. On the plus side, I have a three day week ahead which is my favourite kind of week and I jet off to the US the week after. Which I am so excited about, I cannot wait to try cinnabons, they sound fabulous. Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and enjoyed the holidays. For all you lucky fellas and lasses who still have time off to luxuriate in, I am so very jealous. Have a wonderful week guys! Thank you. Take care.
How was your Christmas, what did you get, when do you go back to work?
I went to work on boxing day - it was sad! But I always struggle going back after time off! It's horrible, so I love all of your tips!
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Thank you for this tips, Kiran! I'm already antsy imagining how much works I'd have to do once I return from holiday, I think as you said; green tea could help, it does wonder to soothe my nerves.
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Thanks for all the tips! I hope you enjoy your trip-- and the cinnabons lol
ReplyDeleteMili | Sharmtoaster
I am returning to work tomorrow and it's the worst feeling. I want to stay more at home, drink hot chocolate and watch movies, can I do that?? Haha! Hope you have an amazing time in your trip! x
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Please don't make me think about all the work that's now piling up since the holidays are over. :D These are such great tips though, so maybe I need to give them a shot!
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These are such lovely, relaxing things to do after a busy holiday :)
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Great tips! I am not excited to go back to work on January 3, I'm counting down the days and it's the worst. I think a pamper session is definitely needed on January 2 haha. Thanks for sharing, I hope that you had a great Christmas and the first day back to work wasn't too bad!
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I love your input, I hope you had a Merry Christmas!!!🌲🌲
ReplyDeleteThose are great tips! Thanks for sharing!
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These are such good tips - I'm going back to work tomorrow and will definitely be using your setting my alarm half an hour earlier tip!
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Amazing & helpful tips! I think pampering is always key to feeling good and positive about things. Eating right is always important to feel good too :)
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Although I work for home and for myself I find it hard to get back into the routine once the holidays are over. But these are some great tips!
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Such great tips, girlie, they'd also be great to do for the start of the new year, too! Thanks for sharing and I hope you're enjoying the end to the holiday season!
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This is the perfect list, Kiran! I don't go back to work until the first week of January, but you can bet that I'll be utilizing these ideas.
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This is a great list! I went back in today.
ReplyDeleteNumber 9 is so true, I try to do it everyday.
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These are great tips!
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Couldn't agree more on the pamper routine! Thankfully getting a facial after forever. This is such a great post!
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These are great tips, self care is key! My Christmas was lovely, and I hope yours was as well!
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an awesome list! I will have to do a few of these things, this week has been tough! lol
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I love this post! So motivating!♥
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Love all your tips! So inspiring and great post. Love your routine! It's always a good idea to pamper ourselves in order to feel beautiful, powerful and confident no matter what we do! Thanks for sharing..
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I'm lucky because I'm starting to work in mid January, héhé.
ReplyDeleteBut I totally agree with your tips. Taking care of yourself is the most important thing!
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Amazing tips! Painting nails in order to feel like a boss is a must :D
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Going back to work after holidays are very hard, thanks for sharing such useful tips.
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Great tips! I still have a few more days off and not sure how I'm going to get back to real life!
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These are great ideas! I'm already dreading going back to work next week and I don't even hate my job, I just love being off! Enjoy your trip to America!
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Great post, especially with the tips on getting healthy again. The month of december has taken its toll on me and I can't wait to get back into my health routines to feel good in my body again <3
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Great tips! Seriously have to do these when i'm back to my internship! :)
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I am back to work already, and what really helped is that everyone brings homemade cookies to share, which makes it more bearable.
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Never thought about this before, but you make some great points! Great ways to beat the post-christmas blues. Will definitely try these out come January.
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Ahhhh, thank you for this! I'm dreading going back to work tomorrow, but so many things on this list are so true! I'm gonna pamper myself tonight, and brace myself for tomorrow :) xx
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ReplyDeleteI've been honestly feeling sluggish at home, it feels like all I've been doing is spending money/eating-and-drinking too much/sleeping these days. I can't help but cringe every time I think of how much work is waiting for me.
I think this will really be helpful! Thank you for sharing! Happy holidays!
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Very good tips and I love the inserted picture too. Lucky for me I have another week off. Wishing you a happy new year!
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Great tips, love bananas for breakfast.
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Having a pamper night helps me before jumping back into the usual routine. A face mask, watching friends re runs help me prep haha.
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These are all such great ideas. I am dreading going back to school after over a week off. Oh, and safe travels! You are going to love cinnabons :)
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These are all very helpful and healthy tips.
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I definitely don't want to go back to work after the holidays but I've been practicing some of the tips you gave. Great post!
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Brilliant post and so true and funny! Happy New Year hun!
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Tomorrow is the first day back at work for me and I'm totally not looking forward to it. I'll definitely try to make it better with your tips! Going to exfoliate now :)
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Great tips!! Thanks for sharing!
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Great tips! Pampering should be on our daily to do list ;)
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Great post! January is a must for pampering, and getting back into the routine of eating a proper, healthy breakfast! Instead of just eating like chocolate or leftover cheese board (not that I do that over Christmas or anything... :) )
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