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Take breaks to increase productivity and creativity from "summary" of Do Nothing by Celeste Headlee
In our modern society, we have been conditioned to believe that the key to success is constant busyness. We are taught that the more we work, the more we will achieve. However, the reality is quite different. Research has shown that taking breaks is essential for increasing productivity and creativity. When we push ourselves to work non-stop, our brains become fatigued, and our creativity suffers. By taking breaks, we give our minds the opportunity to rest and recharge. This downtime allows our brains to make new connections and come up with fresh ideas. One study found that our brains are actually more active when we are not focusing on a specific task. This is known as the default mode ne...
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