Why you should take a vacation – and how to get the most out of it, with Jessica de Bloom, PhD, and Sarah Pressman, PhD

This podcast episode explores the importance of vacations for mental and physical well-being and strategies for optimizing vacation experiences. Topics covered include the cardiovascular and mental health benefits of vacations, staycations and unplugging from work, the impact of technology on vacation experiences, post-vacation well-being and rejuvenation, and the role of social activities during vacations. The episode emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to taking vacations, finding the right balance between work and rest, and creating healthy boundaries to prevent burnout.