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5 Ways to Ease Back Into Work After Your 9 Day Eid Break
Today was probably your first day back at work after that 9-day Eid break. You know the one—the break that had you eating, sleeping, and barely remembering what your desk even looked like? Yeah, that one. You might have started the day thinking, “How hard could it be?” Fast forward a few hours, and you’re already struggling to remember what your inbox looks like, and you may or may not have accidentally clicked “Reply All” to a company-wide email (don’t worry, we’ve all been there).
If you’re finding it hard to transition back into work mode, here are a few tips to make the journey a bit smoother—and maybe a little less painful.
6. Remember, Everyone’s Struggling (Yes, Even Your Boss)
You’re not alone in this. Everyone is struggling to get back into the swing of things after a long break. Even your boss is probably wondering where the coffee machine went. So cut yourself some slack and remember that it’s okay to ease into things. No one’s expecting you to be a productivity machine on day one. That comes tomorrow… hopefully.
5. Don’t Forget to Laugh
It’s easy to get bogged down by the mountain of tasks that await you, but don’t forget to inject some humor into the day. Maybe share a funny Eid story with a colleague or crack a joke about how much your “To-Do” list grew while you were away. Laughter is, after all, the best way to fight that overwhelming feeling of “I’ll never get through this!”
4. Avoid the ‘Monday’ Syndrome
Yes, it’s technically Tuesday, but it might as well be Monday for your brain, right? The post-holiday brain fog is real. Take a few moments to get back into the groove, maybe listen to some motivational podcasts or, you know, check out your Instagram feed to get inspired (we won’t judge). Once you start ticking off tasks, you’ll find your rhythm again.
3. Reacquaint Yourself with Your Work Environment
You might have forgotten what your desk even looks like after all that time off. Is there even a chair in front of it? Can you find your pen? And what’s that mysterious sticky note that seems to have appeared out of nowhere? Take a minute to reorganize your space. It’s like rebooting your work life with a fresh start—and you’ll definitely need a few minutes to stare at your computer screen and remind yourself how to click your mouse again.
