Key result
Frequent, shorter vacations are more effective than single, extended breaks in sustaining employee well-being and mitigating work-related stress.
Why the study?
Do frequent short vacations improve well-being and performance compared to infrequent longer breaks in employees?
Do frequent short vacations improve well-being and performance compared to infrequent longer breaks in employees?
This editorial advocates for integrating frequent short vacations into workplace culture to enhance employee well-being and performance.
In contemporary high-pressure work environments, strategic vacation practices are essential for maintaining employee health and productivity. This editorial examines recent research suggesting that frequent short vacations are more effective than infrequent longer breaks in sustaining well-being. We emphasise how regular vacations facilitate recovery and enhance well-being, thereby reducing stress and improving performance. We advocate the integration of frequent breaks into the workplace culture through practical strategies for both individuals and organisations. This analysis calls for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to reconsider vacation planning and explore the advantages of more frequent vacations.
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Giridharan et al. (2025) conducted an editorial in Work-related stress and burnout. Frequent short vacations vs. Infrequent longer vacations was evaluated. Frequent, shorter vacations are more effective than single, extended breaks in sustaining employee well-being and mitigating work-related stress.
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