Taking Time Off… On Purpose!
You Deserve More Time Off!
Time off, whether it be from work or other responsibilities is an essential aspect of a healthy lifestyle. Taking time off for yourself or decompressing with people you care about can help relieve stress, improve your mental health and reduce the chances of becoming ill.
You Can Thank Henry Ford for Your Work Week
If you work a ‘typical’ 40-hour work week, you have Henry Ford to thank. In the 1920’s it was common for most men to work six days per week, averaging well over 40 hours. Ford discovered that the extended days and hours didn’t generate significant amounts of product or profits, so he implemented a down-sized work week with two days off.
Since the 1920’s this model has become the average, with some industries working their employees more and some less, including part-time work.
In 2007 Tim Ferriss released “The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape the 9–5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich“. Ferris encouraged an entrepreneurial approach to working by creating systems, delegating, and automating to generate income and free up more time.
Whether you work for yourself or someone else, you need time off to break away from responsibilities and keep your mind and body healthy.
