What can I do to save you from my "post-holiday syndrome"? The doctor's 5 tips will help you "recover from the heat"!

After the Spring Festival holiday, many people will feel exhausted and listless, and may also suffer from headaches, gastrointestinal discomfort and other symptoms. Don't worry, this is actually the common "post-holiday syndrome" at work.

Due to the long celebrations during the holidays, irregular work and rest and diet, many people are suffering from "post-holiday syndrome". Today, let's listen to the practical suggestions given by Wang Zhaohui, a psychotherapist in the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology of the Affiliated Hospital of Xiangnan College . You can choose one of the methods, or use a combination of several to help yourself recover quickly.

1. Reasonably adjust the work rhythm

If you experience "post-holiday syndrome" after the holidays, don't force yourself to complete difficult work tasks immediately. At this time, you should slow down your work pace appropriately, start with some simple and easy work, and give yourself a buffer and adaptation process. After your condition gradually recovers, you can challenge more difficult work.

During breaks at work, don’t just sit there all the time. You can do some simple exercises, stretch your limbs, take a deep breath, relax your body and mind, and relieve the discomfort caused by sitting for a long time. This will not only make your body more comfortable, but also improve your work efficiency.

2. Actively adjust your mental state

After the holiday, people's mental state is prone to fluctuations, and they become restless, depressed, etc. At this time, you must try to keep yourself in a peaceful state of mind, get out of the festive atmosphere as soon as possible, and return your attention to work. Only when the mental state is adjusted well can the body better adapt to the work rhythm. You can try to give yourself some positive hints in your heart, telling yourself that a new work stage has begun and you should devote yourself to it with full enthusiasm.

3. Restore your normal biological clock

During the holidays, many people stay up late, their daily routines become irregular, and their biological clocks are disrupted. If you want to recover after the holidays, you must quickly adjust your biological clock. Try to go to bed early and get up early every day to ensure 7-8 hours of adequate sleep. Soak your feet in hot water before going to bed at night to promote blood circulation, help relax your body and mind, and let you fall asleep faster. Develop a regular work and rest habit so that you can be energetic during the day.

4. Clean up the gastrointestinal tract to reduce the burden

During the holidays, people inevitably eat a lot of meat and drink alcohol, which puts a great burden on the gastrointestinal tract. After the holidays, pay special attention to adjusting your diet, keep it light, and avoid overeating. You can eat small meals frequently, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, supplement vitamins and dietary fiber, and eat less meat as much as possible, so that the gastrointestinal tract can rest and regulate. In this way, the stomach and intestines will feel comfortable and the body will be more energetic.

5. Moderate exercise to restore vitality

During the holidays, people often become lazy, their exercise volume decreases significantly, and their metabolism slows down. If you want to recover quickly after the holidays, you have to gradually resume exercise. You can choose some sports you like, such as playing ball, taking a walk, swimming, etc. Moderate exercise can promote blood circulation, enhance the body's metabolic function, relieve fatigue, and improve your mental state, allowing you to regain your energetic self.

Although "post-holiday syndrome" will bring some adverse effects to life and study, as long as we take the right approach to deal with it, it can be easily alleviated. You may wish to try the five methods introduced above. The combined effect is better and can help you get rid of "post-holiday syndrome" as soon as possible and devote yourself to new study and work in a better state.

Hunan Medical Chat Special Author: Xiao Huan, Affiliated Hospital of Xiangnan University

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(Edited by YT)