Description

Intentionally step away from work to completely disconnect and recharge throughout your day.

Benefits

Enhances focus, boosts creativity, and prevents burnout.

Example

For years, I believed taking breaks meant checking social media or quickly responding to emails, never truly disconnecting. But as burnout symptoms appeared, a coworker suggested I try stepping completely away from my desk several times a day. I started taking 10-minute walks around my block, no phone, just fresh air and sunlight. Initially, it felt unproductive, almost indulgent. But soon, I realized these short breaks reset my energy and focus. Work tasks felt less daunting, ideas flowed easier, and I no longer dreaded long afternoons.