Several years ago, I embraced the European philosophy of “holidays”. A vacation lasting longer than two weeks sometimes a month or longer, completely cut off from work and most of my personal life.
During that time I try and stay present mentally by not using my phone and staying active both physically and mentally. This really has benefits on my return to my home as I can “see” my situation much clearer than before.
I just returned from a three week holiday, and immediately I feel more empowered in my daily work life. I understand more and more that my work is just that, and I need to enjoy it and feel that I am providing a benefit or any financial gains that I receive are fleeting and ultimately nothing beyond the basic requirements of shelter, food and comfort.
The Holiday helps me to see areas I can improve. Taking away distractions a person can concentrate on interpersonal relationships. Am I this needy? Do I need to offer my opinion? Why do I need so much time alone? I ask many questions of myself. Does it have any benefit? I hope it does as change is possible but its hard. I have to see an issue (clear vision) to analyze it (ask questions) and decide to make a change. The Holiday helps me do this abridged scientific method.
The Holiday provides a better perspective of people and things as true experience is the best teacher. People are good. The dark side is present in us all but for the vast majority of life experiences the idea that People choice right over wrong good over bad this philosophy holds true. Through my travels on Holiday this is always reinforced.
Time to get ready to go to my next job….