Unsurprisingly, it can be hard to get back into the swing of things after the Golden Week holiday, especially if you went back home and are dealing with jet lag and maybe a helping of culture shock/the reverse thereof. Combine it with the stress of resentful colleagues (real or perceived), cranky students, and a schedule you may have just started in April and not yet become comfortable with, and it's no wonder the Japanese call the feeling you get after Golden Week "May sickness".

Even though the weather is nice and you may think you should feel great, take the time to take care of yourself like you would in winter. Get rest, make time for friends and social activities, and eat good foods, especially if dealing with coming back from abroad. The internet is full of tips for beating jet lag, so whether you reset your clock or try the anti-jet lag diet, we wish you the best of luck in coming back to a productive time at work.

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