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EVIDENCE SOURCES

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the PROs, CONs, and UNSURE evidence for each topic

068. Maybe I should take a vacation and actually disconnect (The Workaholic)

  1. 1. Pro: Taking a vacation and disconnecting can reduce stress, improve mental health, and enhance overall productivity upon return.
    Harvard Business Review: [Benefits of Taking a Vacation]
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mental-wealth/202305/7-positive-effects-of-taking-time-off-for-mental-health
  2. 2. Con: Leaving work behind can be challenging for workaholics, potentially leading to anxiety and concerns about falling behind.
    Psychology Today: [Workaholism and Anxiety]
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-bad-looks-good/202311/recognizing-workaholism-the-dark-side-of-productivity
  3. 3. Unsure: Planning a well-structured handover and setting clear boundaries can help mitigate the stress of taking time off.
    SHRM: [Planning for Time Off]
    https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/managing-smart/heres-how-to-encourage-employees-to-take-pto
  4. 4. Pro: Disconnecting from work can lead to new perspectives and creative solutions to problems upon returning.
    Forbes: [Creative Benefits of Time Off]
    https://www.betterup.com/blog/the-importance-of-taking-breaks
  5. 5. Con: Some professionals fear that taking a break might reflect poorly on their dedication and commitment.
    Inc.: [The Fear of Taking Time Off]
    https://www.empowerwork.org/blog/afraid-to-take-time-off-heres-how-to-face-it
  6. 6. Unsure: Gradually integrating more balance into daily routines can make the idea of taking a vacation less daunting.
    Mayo Clinic: [Work-Life Balance Strategies]
    https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/housecall-how-balanced-is-your-work-life-balance/
  7. 7. Pro: Regular breaks and vacations are essential for long-term career sustainability and personal well-being.
    Harvard Business Review: [The Importance of Taking Breaks]
    https://www.noisli.com/blog/10-benefits-of-taking-breaks-and-why-breaks-are-so-important/
  8. 8. Con: In high-stakes or demanding roles, taking time off might require significant planning and delegation to avoid disruptions.
    Business News Daily: [Managing Time Off in High-Stakes Jobs]
    https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/10401-employee-time-off-policy.html
  9. 9. Unsure: Regularly evaluating workload and mental health can help determine the best times to take a break.
    Forbes: [Evaluating Workload]
    https://www.forbes.com.au/covers/leadership/were-not-ok-mental-health-crisis-everyones-business/