Three Important Reasons To Take A Mental Health Day
Three Important Reasons To Take A Mental Health Day
Written by Lily Thrope
You may, upon occasion, feel a sense of dread towards work, become annoyed with a coworker, or just feel overwhelmed by all your responsibilities. When that happens, and it probably happens to everyone at one time or another, it’s likely the right time to take a mental health day– time to rest and relax, in order to be a more productive and happier, healthier person. Taking care of your mental health is as important as taking care of your physical health. Addressing your mental health is not a luxury, it is a necessity. It is crucial to tune in to both your mind and body, and if you find yourself dealing with any of the following:
Anxiety pertaining to work
Exhaustion and fatigue
Dreading the work day
Trouble focusing
Frequent illness
Irritability
….it might be a good idea to take a mental health day.
Mental health days can reduce burnout.
Burnout does not occur overnight; it develops gradually, often unnoticed, until it becomes too much to tolerate. A mental health day can be a critical reset button, allowing you to decompress before your stress reaches crisis-level and depletes your mental and physical energy. A day of rest, reflection, and relaxation may be just what you need, to refuel your sense of motivation and, in the long run, prevent burnout.
Mental health days promote and encourage healthy habits.
By taking a day to de-stress and rest, you prioritize your overall health and wellness. Take the time off to get outside, get some exercise or catch up on the book you’ve been reading. Or, if you feel overwhelmed by time-consuming household tasks such as doing laundry or dishwashing, cross them off your to-do list in advance so you can return to work stress-free.
Mental health days can increase productivity.
It might sound strange to some, but scheduling a mental health day can actually increase levels of productivity in the long run. When we are less stressed and better rested, we become clearer, better versions of ourselves, at work and elsewhere in our lives.
So, the next time you're feeling overloaded, depleted, anxious and overwhelmed, or when you simply need a day off, remember that one of the most powerful forms of self-care is knowing when you need to recharge and allowing yourself to do so. If you find yourself seriously struggling with your mental health, consider speaking to a therapist: schedule your free 15-minute consultation today. Please email us with any questions or inquiries at hello@thropetherapy.com.
