Fifteen Healthy Reasons for Taking a VacationWritten by Etienne A. Gibbs, MSW, Management Consultant and Trainer
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* 7. Surprise: It is unexpected surprises in life that give us some of our fondest memories. * 8. Beauty: When we open our eyes and take in new sights, we begin to tune into majesty of nature. * 9. Anticipation: The planning and preparation give us some of most pleasurable experiences we can recall. * 10. Memories: We'll always have joy of reflecting on our pleasant memories. * 11. Freedom: A vacation gives us freedom to do what we want to do. Even if we are generally satisfied, we may yearn for something more. * 12. Self-discovery: In letting our soul talk to us, we develop our inner peace, creativity, and harmony. * 13. Appreciation of things taken for granted: When we get home, we will get more out of life. We will notice miracles where we live. * 14. Time stands still: The best part is when we get completely lost in moment. * 15. Happiness: Constructive use of leisure time makes us happier people. The major goal of a vacation is happiness. Now you have no excuse for not taking a vacation away from home. Or, do you? The choice is yours! Remember: When you maximize your potential, everyone wins. When you don't, we all lose.

Etienne A. Gibbs, MSW, Management Consultant and Trainer, conducts seminars, lectures, and writes articles on his theme: "... helping you maximize your potential." For more information visit www.executiveandgrouptravel.blogspot.com, or email him at eagibbs@ureach.com.
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