So often, I feel guilty if I’m not working, especially when I’m not seeing the results I want. A friend once told me I’m like a propellor in constant motion, and maybe once in a while, I should turn it off.

Your brain needs a break. It wasn’t built to work nonstop.

• Mental fatigue: Sinks productivity.

• Breaks: Boost focus and creativity.

• Recharge: Even five minutes makes a difference.

When did you last pause … on purpose?

Skipping breaks doesn’t make you a hero. It makes you slower and more stressed. Step away. Stretch. Breathe. You’ll come back sharper and calmer.

I’ve learned this the hard way. My best ideas never came from grinding — they came from resting.

The pause is powerful. Use it.