"9 Essential Tips for Giving Your Brain the Rest It Deserves"

Experts emphasize that true rest for the brain involves active breaks, not just passive activities like sleeping or watching TV. Active rest, such as walking or hobbies, can rejuvenate the mind and improve productivity. Cultural shifts and scientific research support the need for rest, showing that the brain remains active even at rest, particularly in the "default mode network" involved in creative thinking. The article provides nine tips for better rest, including focusing on active rest, taking up hobbies, shortening workdays, practicing micro-pauses, taking tech breaks, tracking time usage, and taking regular vacations. These strategies can help improve mental well-being and productivity.