According to Eva Boštjančič, Head of the Department of Psychology at the University of Ljubljana, modern lifestyle changes are influencing how people approach taking time off. She notes that many individuals feel unable to take an extended absence, leading them to structure their vacation into multiple segments. Contributing factors include the cost of travel, the increased accessibility of short flights, and the ability to explore various regions of Europe within a few days.
Boštjančič suggests that the concept of the traditional, long vacation may be shifting. Instead, the focus is moving toward more frequent, shorter breaks. This pattern of taking disjointed periods of rest is influenced by practical considerations regarding travel logistics and cost.
Furthermore, research indicates that the positive effects of a break can diminish several weeks after returning to work. Therefore, taking several shorter trips throughout the year may offer more opportunities for a necessary “reset.” She emphasizes that this pattern of frequent breaks does not inherently imply that a single, long vacation is superior. The modern approach to rest seems to favor maximizing recovery through multiple, shorter intervals rather than relying on one extended period away.
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