Rest isn’t lazy!
Life can get overwhelming—whether it’s deadlines, social commitments, or just the constant notifications pinging on mobile devices. When our minds don’t get a chance to recharge, we experience mental fatigue.
Last week, I conducted a poll on signs of mental fatigue, here’s what people had to say:
👉 38% said feeling overwhelmed: making even simple tasks seem impossible.
👉 31% said irritability: making everything (and everyone!) seem a little extra annoying. You might snap at others easily, feel frustrated over minor things.
👉 23% faced difficulty in concentrating: if you find yourself reading the same line over and over or zoning out in conversations, this might be why.
👉 8% spoke about trouble sleeping: it creates a cycle where lack of sleep only makes mental fatigue worse.
Many people reported feeling a mix of these symptoms. However, many ignore the signs and keep trundling along…
🟢 🟢 It’s important to recognize the signs and take a break. Remember, taking a break is not waste of time!
Here’s why:
1️⃣ Short breaks like a quick walk, stretching or 5 mins breather clears the mental fog. And makes it easier to focus when you return to a task.
2️⃣ When you give your brain a chance to step away, you come back with fresh eyes, often catching details you missed before or coming up with new ideas.
3️⃣ Rest Isn’t Lazy; it’s NECESSARY: just because you’re resting doesn’t mean you’re not being productive. Sometimes, the best way to get more done is to step back and recharge so you can come back ready to focus and perform at your best.
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