OH! Magazine - Australian Version December 2015 | Page 38

ROSEMARY
EDDOWES

TAKE A 24-HOUR BREAK
Rosemary Eddowes, Herbalist at Solar Springs Retreat
explores the multitude of benefits in just switching off for a day.
or many of us, we have one big
holiday planned for the year, but
have you ever thought about a few short
breaks in between? The benefits of
escaping your daily routine and switching
off for even 24 hours are greater than you
think! I’ve put together three key reasons
why you should be planning a short
break.

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1. Short breaks are far easier to fit into our
busy lifestyles, making them more
achievable than an extended break of two
or more weeks. It can be difficult to
negotiate long periods of time off work, find
space in a busy schedule and arrange care
for the house, children and pets. Since
short breaks are more achievable, there can
also be more of the