Break Out on Your Break

by Gina Cappiello, www.123Movers.com

Warmer weather is motivating us all to explore the outdoors while taking a lunch break. Getting bored of just eating your sandwiches outside? Here are some ways to make your lunch break a little more exciting:

Call a friend
Use your break as a time to dial up friends you've lost touch with. Even though some may be at work and unable to pick up the phone, leave a message to let them know you're thinking of them. You may even be surprised to find that some are on break when you are, too! Try to have chat sessions with friends that are also on break every week or two to stay up to date with everyone. It'll keep your break from getting boring and give you something to look forward to.

Write a blog
Feeling a little creative? Start up a blog! You can make your blog about a specific hobby or all about your daily happenings. You can make it private, restrict it to friends only, or have it public for all to see. If you have a laptop at your disposal, bring it outside with you on breaks to update everyone while enjoying the weather. Don't forget to keep your eye on the clock because writing can easily make you lose track of time!

Start walking
Exercise helps the brain produce endorphins (the chemicals that make you feel happy) that boost your mood in no time. Use the sunny weather as an excuse to walk around on your break. Track how far you walk every day, to monitor your progress. By walking daily, you'll probably see a significant boost in your mood and energy levels. Walking too mundane for you? Exercise at your local gym if your break is long enough. Just be sure to shower off before coming back to the office!

Start a club
If you and some coworkers share a common interest (and can take a break at the same time), start a club together about it. From a knitting circle to car talk, your club can relate to whatever you want. Even if you can meet only once a month, it's a unique way to spend time together outside of the office while discussing a shared interest. It can also turn into a bigger group that meets after work hours, meaning more time for discussions and more members.

Breaks don't have to be just for sitting around and eating. Try out some of these activities for a change of pace.

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