Want to turn your August 15-19 holiday into a fabulous 5-day getaway? With Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan on either end, there’s just one hiccup—Friday, August 16. Don’t worry; Meta AI has some creative excuses to help you out.
“A family member from out of town is visiting, and I need to spend the day with them.”
“I’ve been postponing a doctor’s appointment and it’s now or never.”
“My car’s in the shop for repairs, and I need to handle it personally.”
“There’s a sudden home emergency—like a burst pipe—that needs immediate attention.”
“I’ve got an important personal errand that can’t be done outside of work hours.”
“I’m dealing with a family emergency that requires my attention.”
“A scheduled home inspection or maintenance appointment needs me to be present.”
“I have to take a family member to a school or medical appointment.”
“I have a utility service (electricity, gas, water) appointment that I need to be present for.”
“I’m feeling under the weather and need the day to rest and recover.”
While these excuses might give you that extra day off, remember, honesty is the best policy. If you're genuinely overwhelmed, a mental health day is valid and important.