You’ve just had a great break — maybe a vacation, time with family, or just a few days of rest — but then Monday hits, and it feels like all that restoration disappears the moment you open your inbox. Sound familiar?

In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, I explore why the way you transition back after time off matters more than you think — and how to do it right.

Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, and high-performance research, you’ll learn:

• What happens in your brain and body when you dive back into work too quickly.
• Why poor re-entry erases the benefits of your break in hours instead of weeks.
• The five things your brain and body actually need for recovery to “stick.”
• Practical, evidence-based strategies to create a smoother, more intentional re-entry.

Whether you’ve just had a vacation, a long weekend, or even a short pause in your routine, this episode will help you protect the gains from your downtime — and turn your recovery into fuel for performance, creativity, and well-being.

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