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Benefits of Taking Breaks At Work

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Boost your productivity at work by taking breaks! Research shows that breaks actually increase productivity by giving your brain a chance to rest and recharge. Improve focus, creativity, and decision-making while reducing stress and promoting physical health. Plus, enjoy social interaction with co-workers during your breaks. Learn how to make the most of your breaks in this article!

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increase / ɪnˈkriːs /verb

To become greater or more numerous

As the pace of work continues to increase, many people find themselves struggling to keep up with the demands of their job.

growriseexpand

contribute / kənˈtrɪbjuːt /verb

To be an important factor in causing something to happen

How does sunlight contribute to plant growth?

affectinfluenceimpact

forego / fɔːrˈɡoʊ /verb

to abstain or refrain from; to go without

Many individuals forego the opportunity to travel due to financial constraints.

waiverelinquishsacrifice

wander / ˈwɑndər /verb

To move about without a definite destination or purpose

When you take a break, you give your mind a chance to wander, which can help to stimulate creative thinking.

driftmeanderroam

fatigue / fəˈtiːɡ /noun

A state of extreme tiredness, resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness

taking a break can help to reduce mental fatigue

tirednessexhaustionweariness

informed / ɪnˈfɔːrmd /adjective

Having or based on information

make more informed decisions

knowledgeableenlightened

impulsive / ɪmˈpʌlsɪv /adjective

acting or tending to act suddenly and without careful thought

buying impulsive

spontaneousrash

morale / məˈrɑːl /noun

The spirit of a group with respect to the tasks assigned to it

boost morale

confidenceenthusiasmteam spirit

keep up / ˈkiːp ʌp /verb

To proceed at the same rate as someone or something

I'm finding it hard to keep up with all the changes.

catch upkeep abreaststay informed

musculoskeletal / ˌmʌskjələʊskelɪˈt(ə)l /adjective

Relating to or involving the muscles and the skeleton

Regular exercise is important for musculoskeletal health.

musclesskeletondisorders

benefits / ˈbenɪfɪts /noun

Advantages or positive aspects

One of the key benefits of exercise is improved cardiovascular health.

advantagesprospositives

most / moʊst /adjective

the greatest amount or degree of something

make the most of

bestgreatest

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