We are in that awkward period between Christmas and New Year's Day when many of us have trouble remembering what day of the week it is, who we are and what in the world we're suppose to be doing with ourselves. At least that's the way I feel.
I am not complaining. I enjoy having some extra time away from the office. But the problem is so many others are enjoying time away from their offices that it's difficult to get much done, particularly the items I really wanted to complete during the time between the holidays.
I had hoped to schedule a visit with my primary physician, but she's out of the office until sometime in January. I had hoped to have some maintenance work done on my car, but my auto mechanic is out of his service bay until sometime in January. You get the idea. And those delays are adding to my discomfort, such as it is this year.
A friend who frequently travels to Europe tells me it is like this in many countries throughout the year, not only during the holiday season. It's only here in the United States that people have trouble being idle, he tells me. And he's correct. Search Google for information related to why Americans don't or can't relax, and you'll find a variety of articles similar to this Atlantic piece.
But my friend also tells me he notices a growing number of Americans becoming more comfortable with doing nothing, or at least more of less. He says it is a reflection of a decline in the American work ethic. He might be correct. I'm not sure.
I am feeling like I'm ready to return to work. Perhaps I should relax and give that some more thought.
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