Disagreements and conflicts don’t take a vacation. It must be said that the subjects of tension are not lacking: destination, budget, itineraries, arrangement of suitcases in the trunk, management of the hotel keys, choice of activities, etc. But according to a study by the consulting firm Korn Ferry, recently relayed by Cosmopolitan (source 1), the first reason for dispute would be… Work!
According to the study, conducted in 2019 among 1,070 people, 54% of respondents said they had already argued with their spouse about work during their holidays. In question, difficulty disconnecting professional imperatives during holidays, which can result in checking emails, or even answering them, or spending time on the phone with clients, etc. Of all the people interviewed, none said they had completely disconnected from work while on vacation. But it can also go much further: the survey indicates that 45% of those questioned had already traveled to their place of work during their time off on holiday.
This inability to let go would not only be harmful for the couple, but also for the well-being of the person concerned. According to Mark Royal, senior partner at Korn Ferry“holidays are not only enjoyable, they are essential to maintain the health and well-being of employees. Our research reveals that the majority of professionals are more stressed at work than 5 years ago, and they say this stress is having a negative impact on their romantic and personal relationships. […] Taking the time to take a break from work has its benefits. This allows them to have experiences with friends and family, which ensures that employees are healthier. Happier. But also more motivated on their return.
