Martina Vollmer’s Post

#Planning is often more exciting than doing. I often think about the tradeoffs of working and investing, and planning vacations and leisure. I like the idea of ratios. A certain amount of your life should be devoted to pure joy. How much that is is a personal choice, but 5-10 % to spend on pure joyful adventures is reasonable. So, if you make $50,000 per year (after tax), spending $2500 per year on joyful activities is reasonable. This might be a car trip for a week, birthdays, and holiday parties. Don’t lose the excitement — plan for your next big adventures. Make sure you force yourself to spend money on joy. It is a healthy habit. For people like me who don’t like to spend, it is a really important practice. Make sure that every moment is filled with plans of growing together. What are you planning to do this year to add joy to your life?

Some questions for you: What was the last vacation you went on? What about that vacation did you enjoy the most? Odds are, there's a way to recreate what we enjoy on vacation by just being more thoughtful about what we do each day. Did you enjoy the quiet time alone without work distractions? 🌴 Block out some time each day to turn everything off in order to rest and recharge. Did you enjoy spending uninterrupted time with your family? 🌴 Try to create this at home. A distraction-free dinner or a family game night can go a long way. Did you enjoy swimming in the ocean or lying in the sun? 🌴 You may not have an ocean near you, but I'm sure you can find some places to swim. And wherever you live, you should be able to find ways to get some rays while enjoying the outdoors. (Vitamin D is good for us!) You get the idea. Vacations are great–and definitely take them any chance you get. But in the meantime, remember to treat yourself to those joys in your daily life, too. #Staycation #WorkLifeBalance #Relax #EPM #LeadershipMatters

Live in your habits. Don’t just vacation there. Vacationing somewhere typically refers to visiting a place for a temporary period, often for leisure or relaxation. During a vacation, you change from your usual routines and do things such as sightseeing, trying new foods, or participating in recreational activities. Conversely, living somewhere involves integrating into the local community, establishing routines, and making the location your primary base for daily activities. Our resolutions from the beginning of the year are often planned like a vacation and we don’t get ourselves involved with the "community" who have the same goals and are establishing those daily habits that can hold us accountable or make sure those resolutions can be sustained as part of our long-term daily lives. If you’ve already lost on what your resolution was it’s still early in the year and you can easily adjust and get back on track even if you are still sticking to your resolution make sure you get involved in your “community” and continue making those habits part of your daily lives to hit those long-term goals. #motivationmonday

🌴 Getting the Best Vacation Ever: Balancing Expectations, Experiences and Relaxation 🏖 I recently was on a much-needed vacation, and I have learnt that I have to take active decisions to make it successful. I need to do more of things I do NOT normally do. And at the same time prioritize relaxation. ✅ Try New Activities: I take any opportunity to test and try things I would normally not do. Preferably outside my comfort zone and far from my daily routines. If nothing else, simply chose a different type of movie, book, food, transportation or road…. Opens up one’s mind. Should be tried EVERY day! ✅ Prioritize Relaxation: While vacations are often associated with adventure and exploration, I find it essential to strike a balance between activity and rest. Do NOTHING more. Plan less. (I am terrible at that…) ✅ Lower Expectations: Vacations can be a time of rejuvenation and self-discovery. But limit the pressure. Dedicate time to unwind and recharge. One might just discover hidden passions and find a stronger sense of purpose. How about you? ❓ Have you ever tried something new on vacation that completely changed your perspective? ❓ Or do you have any tips for finding balance and relaxation while on vacation? #VacationExperience #NewAdventures #RelaxationMatters #WorkLifeBalance

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Searching for smiles on your next vacation? Check out this report on the 2024 World Happiness Report!

Searching for smiles on your next vacation? Check out this report on the 2024 World Happiness Report!