In this solo episode of The AHA! Moment Podcast, Angelina explores the rise of “workcations” — the new wave of working while technically being on vacation — and why this trend might be doing more harm than good. As part of this month’s theme of redefining balance and ambition, she unpacks the cultural shift toward always being "on" and how it's reshaping rest, productivity, and burnout.
From the guilt that keeps professionals tethered to their inbox on the beach, to the real psychological cost of never unplugging, Angelina offers a critical — yet hopeful — perspective on how we can reclaim true rest without sacrificing momentum. She dives into stats, personal experience, and practical strategies for taking time off with intention, not anxiety.
Angelina also walks through how to plan a smarter vacation (or semi-vacation), advocate for your boundaries, and use downtime to fuel creativity, clarity, and long-term performance — instead of eroding it.
In this episode, you’ll learn to:
05:59 The Rise of Workcations
07:17 Statistics on Working During Vacations
12:40 Strategies for Effective Workcations
17:12 Importance of Taking True Breaks
19:04 Creative Benefits of Workcations
21:45 Company Policies on Mandatory Breaks
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