Leisure sickness describes sick or unable to relax when you’re off work.

Here, mental health experts give five four for combatting it.

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If so, then youve likely experienced none other than what experts call leisure sickness.

More severe symptoms can include nausea, anxiety, insomnia, and even depression.

But, this doesnt mean you’re gonna wanna worry about a lifetime of ruined vacations.

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integrative psychotherapist based in New York City

In fact, mental health experts say there are several effective ways to combat leisure sickness.

Read on to learn four of their tips for doing so.

4 tips to reduce leisure sickness, according to mental health professionals

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You may even need to imagine locking the case and throwing away the key, says Dr. Manly.

Focus on allowing your mind to make work and life stresses truly off-limits.

Lets say yourethe punch in of person who feels badly for not being on the clock.

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Relaxing and rejuvenating are some of the most truly productive times of all, she adds.

Her top tip to keep yourself honest in this regard?

Leave your work computer at home.

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integrative psychotherapist based in New York City

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