The power of breaks to fuel your creativity
You already know that constant “busyness” feels draining, but did you know it can also stifle your creativity? Taking time away from work or tasks isn’t just a nice to have, it’s essential for sparking fresh ideas and boosting your mental clarity.
Giving your mind downtime and a chance to wander, helps with information processing. Have you noticed how great ideas can often pop into your head when you’re not thinking about anything in particular?!
Making time for mental rest is crucial for creative thinking and problem-solving.
Here are 3 scientifically proven tactics you can try to change things up and give your brain a boost:
Find your focus time: Do you feel more alert or creative at a particular time of day? Pay attention to when you feel most productive and try to schedule focused work during these periods. This way, you can make the most of your natural rhythms.
The power of breaks: Short, regular breaks can work wonders for your brain. A nature walk, or even staring out of the window at trees, a hedge, or the lawn can refresh your mind and boost your creativity. If you can’t get out, just move away from your desk and do some squats, or a few laps up and down the stairs. Prep some veggies for dinner, or read a chapter of a book. It all counts!
Reduce screen time: No doubt you saw this tip coming. Schedule buffers of 15-20 minutes between online meetings. Leave your phone at your desk when you take your lunch break. Turn off notifications for set times of the day so you don’t get caught out by those sneaky pings.
Doing nothing helps us do more. Embrace it for a while and see how it goes!