Academics and Entertainment - Balancing it out

Pressure at work/school can have a tendency to take over our lives, and though we know that there’s more to life than work, we can get so caught up in hours spent behind a computer screen that these facts may be easily forgotten. Family, friends, hobbies, and sports are unintentionally neglected as we fill our time with more and more work. So, Balancing Productivity is very necessary with Leisure & Entertainment. How Productivity can be increased? Contrary to the widespread belief that overtime will result in the surge in productivity; but studies reveal that long working hours will lead to loss of efficiency or exhaustion and ultimately will reduce the overall productivity. Studies equally reveal that people who work by availing short breaks are comparatively more productive, than those who work for long hours tirelessly without any rest in between. Productivity can be increased by following the below steps:  Taking breaks periodically during the work hours. Meditation, relaxation or breathing techniques and stretching helps in improving both mental and physical health.  Spending time on Entertainment during breaks: Studies reveal that, by spending some time on entertainment such as net surfing and leisure time activities during short breaks, the productivity level is expected to increase by 9%.  Taking off: Working exhaustively for long hours is not healthy or desirable as the consequences may be fatal. One should not miss the chance of planning and distributing their holidays for vacations, as studies also reveal that people who spend a quality time in vacationing are relatively more productive than the sloggers. We have with us Ms Shephali Charan, Principal at Asian World School, Jaipur. She beliefs she is result oriented individual with the vision to understand the needs of the world of tomorrow, indepth knowledge of learning environment and adequate experience to help me contribute to your esteemed institution.