What are Post- Vacation Blues?
Post -Vacation Blues can be defined as the feeling of, overwhelmingness dread and anxiousness when returning back home. It is often the fear of returning to normal everyday life and routine and so much more to catch up on when back!
“There’s a huge contrast between the demands and responsibilities of day-to-day life and vacation which is why so many people, myself included, can experience anxiety prior to the actual conclusion of an adventure,” says Kulsum Khan, a registered social worker and therapist. “Making your return home part of your travel planning, finding ways of injecting some of your vacation state-of-mind into daily life – from exploring new cuisines to carving out dedicated date or family time – and dreaming or planning your next getaway can reduce the tendency to get mired in reality before you’re actually there,” says Khan, adding “and, be as kind to yourself as you were on vacation when you return.”
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