Ever arrived back from holiday with the feeling that you need another holiday to get over the first one? Leave some days to be spontaneous, agrees Dr Rowe. 3) Be mindful of diminishing returnsThe positive effects of a break on health and wellbeing are short-lived, says Lodola. “Your brain seeks novelty,” says Dr Rowe, “so new experiences boost dopamine – the brain’s pleasure and reward system. It's important to recognise when a holiday is a holiday and not just a trip9) Or at least put the phone down occasionally .

Source: The Irish Times July 22, 2024 17:36 UTC