(SWNS)–Believe it or not, nearly one in three Americans enjoy getting sick so they can take a break from their everyday life, according to new research
A new survey of over 2,300 Americans found a surprising 29 percent of people actually welcome being sick from time-to-time in order to get some rest from their day-to-day tasks and routines.
Our everyday lives can be a bit hectic and stressful – especially around the holidays. Nearly 40 percent of those polled say being sick allows them time to focus on themselves and permission to slow down.
While feeling sick is certainly nobody’s idea of a fun time, many people found there are some perks that can go along with it.
The study, conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Theraflu, also found that over one-third of respondents said they can finally catch up on some much-needed sleep while sick.
Resting all day also scored high marks, as well as binging Netflix and, of course, not going into work for a few days.
Also, about 25 percent of respondents say that they tend to revert to their childhood self when under the weather and become a bit dependent on others.
The survey also found that Americans surveyed all have certain “comforts” they indulge in when they’re feeling under the weather. The biggest comfort? Their bed (58 percent), followed by soup (49 percent), drinking hot liquids (34 percent) and tea (32 percent).
“While no one prefers to be sick, sometimes feeling under the weather forces people to slow down and focus on taking care of their health so they can get back to their routine,” said Tamara Savitz, Brand Manager of Theraflu.
The study also found that while one in three respondents welcome the occasional bug, many more prefer to not let their cold or flu slow them down.
In fact, nearly half of those polled said they still like to be productive when under the weather, with the majority of them using their downtime to clean the house.
Finishing a project was also a popular choice to spend the day while ill, with running errands and, surprisingly, exercising finishing close behind.
“We recognize the need to hit pause when you’re sick to properly take care of yourself,” said Savitz. “Our hot liquid powders provide a soothing and comforting experience when you’re sick and allow you to take that moment to recharge to focus on getting better.”
TOP 5 MOST COMMON SICKNESS COMFORTS
1. Laying in bed 58%
2. Soup 49%
3. Watching old movies/TV shows 39%
4. Sipping hot drinks 34%
5. Tea 32%
TOP 5 PERKS OF BEING SICK
1. Catching up on sleep 39%
2. Can just lay around all day 34%
3. Binging TV shows/movies 26%
4. Don’t have to go to work 24%
5. Getting some ‘me time’ 23%
