2021 what a year?! It seems that time really does fly when you’re having fun! The ups and downs of lockdowns and all things Covid has everyone really spent in the lead up to the holidays this year. That’s why it’s so important to take this time to really rest and recharge your batteries for another huge year ahead!

Now that most of us are remote working at least partially if not entirely, it is really important to recognise the need to switch off that laptop and phone and be present with your friends and family. Even though you may not be jet setting off on a luxurious holiday overseas, our minds and bodies will benefit greatly from time away from that desk where burnout was on the cusp for so many!

Here are some great tips on how to make the most of this upcoming break:

• Make sure you catch up on sleep, your body will let you know how much it needs and will be due for a big rest
• Have at least one day of physical rest
• Take daily mindfulness breaks (it will do you the world of good!)
• Don’t be excessive with the drinking at all the parties, everything in moderation (plus it will save you a couple of sore heads!)
• Learn to say no to engagements and activities. A lot of us are getting overwhelmed with being so social after being in lockdown for so long. Learn to say no to some things and ease yourself back into it those social engagements and activities
• Get outside! Enjoy the fresh air and all things that nature has to offer, vitamin D does wonders for our health and well-being and our regional towns could do with the visits too!

We at Amicus would like to also take this time to say thank you to all our clients and candidates. It has truly been a strange and tumultuous year but we can’t wait to see all your lovely faces in the new year where bigger and better things are on the horizon. Who knows, maybe that could be the job of your dreams or maybe the perfect candidate for your role?! 😉

Enjoy this special time with your families and friends and bring on 2022!