Do you also feel lethargic and out of place after a rocking festive season? While your manager wants you to work on that report, you simply want to shut down your laptop for good. Dear corporate mazdoor, don’t lose hope just yet. Here are some tips you can follow to jump into work mode after having a fun holiday break.

1. Slide in slowly

Transitioning back to a full-time hustle after having a gala festive time doesn’t mean you have to break your neck the first day. Don’t make yourself anxious with a huge pile of pending tasks. Instead, catch up with the old routine by making a to-do list with short-term, realistic goals.

2. Smart choice is the key

Prioritise the tasks that need your immediate attention. Is it important to complete the new, time-sensitive job or sit on the one with an extended deadline? Make a wise choice and get your mind to work the smart way. Moreover, if working on a timer motivates you, set a time limit for particular tasks and get them done.

3. Moving a bit won’t hurt

Don’t glue yourself to your work desk right away. Instead, take a walk after lunch hour or chat with your office besties while sipping chai. After all, everyone is feeling the post-festive blues. So, overcome this struggle together. Also, some light exercises at your work desk will help you get back into the game faster.

4. Listen to your gut

It needs your attention right now. You had your fun with delicious Diwali sweets and other delicacies. Now, ditch that samosa and call for a detox drink. Maintaining a healthy diet keeps you energised and increases your productivity.

5. Befriend clichés

This is one of the best tips to follow to get into work mode after the holidays. Do you feel motivated by a quote, movie, or TED talk? Or do you have a hidden Spotify playlist that stimulates you to work? Then play Yun Hi Chala Chal Rahi to enable your hustle mode.

6. Get your 8 hours of sleep

We know you are already missing those exciting house parties. But you can’t show up with puffy eyes in the office and call it your corporate look. It’s time to fix your sleep schedule and wake up fresh as a daisy. This will help you concentrate on your work without yawning every minute.

7. Rest after work

Don’t forget to catch up on your me-time after you’re done working like a dog. Put on some songs while making a healthy dinner and switch to your comfort movie. You deserve some rest, so get the most out of it.

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