A New Chapter: Finding Your Work Rhythm After the Holidays

A New Chapter: Finding Your Work Rhythm After the Holidays

After the holidays, a day at work can feel like the start of a new chapter. Discover tips and activities to help you get back into your work routine.

Time off can feel like the end of one chapter, but returning to work doesn’t have to mean simply picking up where you left off. Think of it as a fresh page where you can note what you’d like to do differently or make more room for over the coming weeks. Simple planning techniques, quick games, and activities that get you talking with colleagues can all help. Together, they can build a gradual bridge between time off and the working day.

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Imagine it is your first day back at work after a vacation. How do you feel in the morning?

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Your vacation has come to an end. What is your first thought when returning home?

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In your work, you will find that there are several urgent tasks waiting for you. What will you do first?

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How do you envision the ideal first days after a vacation?

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How do you react when you realize that your work hasn't fulfilled you for the second day in a row?

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You notice that your colleague is demotivated after returning from vacation. What will you do?

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Imagine you have one workday just for yourself – with no tasks. What would you do?

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How do you maintain a feeling of lightness during the workday?

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How do you react when things don't go as you expect?

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Which statement best reflects your attitude towards returning to work?

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