The general idea of a vacation is to feel great and have a good time – but for some people, it makes them sick...
Bryan E. Robinson, author of “Chained to the Desk,” says “leisure sickness” is a real phenomenon and it’s not that uncommon. Most at risk are overly worked or busy people who come down with cold and flulike symptoms as soon as they try for some down-time. He says workaholics thrive on working – it energizes them. When the working stops, underlying stress bubbles up and they start to experience a kind of withdrawal.
If you or someone in your family is prone to leisure sickness, don’t skip the vacation – you really do need it. Dr. Robinson suggests you work on relaxing BEFORE you go. Take some short breaks each day prior to leaving. Once you’re they’re – don’t stray too far from your normal routine. You can even stay connected to real life a little by designating check-in times at the beginning and end of each day.
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