It seems that many workers will stay connected to the office through the holidays, based on findings from a recent survey on employee work habits.  There are no surprises here; the survey says 39% of professionals on vacation check in with the office, increasing to 87% for managers.  Are we over-connecting and under-relaxing, stifling long-term creativity and health?  Or, are we less stressed by having a small but steady tether to the office so we are not bombarded with work upon return?  This no doubt varies by individual, though the survey reports that 38% return to work more stressed or about the same.  It’s a matter of personal time management coupled with organizational culture that supports flexibility for connecting and disconnecting depending on the joint needs of the business and the individual—throughout the year.