Taking a break during the holidays can be a great way to relax. It might have been a great time to reconnect with family and friends, have great food, and catch up.

All that's over now, though. Your daily routine likely includes waking up early, eating breakfast, and returning to work. After a break, staying motivated at work cannot be easy.

Many people have difficulty getting through during the cold, dreary months of January and February. Despite those post-holiday blues, there are things you can do to alleviate them. Here are a few ideas to help you stay motivated at work.

Workplace Motivation Tips After the Holidays

— Remember to Move

Feeling sorry for yourself may make you huddle at your desk and stare at your dual monitors. However, there is a better time to vegetate.

Start exercising again. Now is the perfect time to start an indoor workout at home if you didn't have one before.

Your mood and productivity can be improved by getting active throughout the day. You can increase your daily steps if a new exercise regimen sounds daunting.

— Seek Out Flexibility

Perhaps a change of scenery will help you get through the winter doldrums. Once or twice a week, work in a co-working space or a coffee shop rather than at home. Libraries often have Wi-Fi and desks or private rooms you can use, as well as Wi-Fi.

Your hours might be able to be shifted earlier or later so that you can enjoy some time outside. This added flexibility may have a number of positive effects on you.

Your hours might be able to be shifted earlier or later so that you can enjoy some time outside. This added flexibility may have a number of positive effects on you.

If you're happy, you're more likely to stay focused during the workday, making you more productive.

— Move Out of Your Comfort Zone and Make New Friends

It's likely that you're not the only one feeling underwhelmed by the cold, dark weather. You should now establish rapport with your coworkers and build meaningful relationships.

Organize a weekly coffee chat with open-ended questions that encourage conversation. You can overcome the initial awkwardness in a remote setting by using a list of virtual icebreaker questions.

— Dress Up, Even When You Don't Have To

You might belong to the sweatpants club if you're feeling low and working from home. There's just no mental energy left to pick a snazzy outfit, isn't there?

—Develop New Skills

Improve your communication skills with colleagues and managers by brushing up on your soft skills. The pursuit of learning opportunities will energize you since there is always something new to learn.

—Set Goals Alone Or With Your Team

Even if you've already broken all of those personal resolutions you made for the new year, now is a good time to make plans for your next 12 months. Determine some individual goals, make sure they are specific, and include realistic deadlines.