Some people look for reasons to take a break at work. I’m not one of those people. I hate taking breaks.

I worry that stepping away from a project, even for a few minutes, will make me lose my momentum. I start thinking, “What if I forget where I was going with this? What if I don’t come back to it right away, or worse, get distracted by something else entirely and waste the rest of my day on something trivial?”

I’ve even had this thought: “What if the one best idea is just around the corner, and I only need to dig in a little more to find it?” That fear of missing the perfect moment to strike keeps me glued to my seat.

Hours can pass, and before I know it, I haven’t moved from my desk, haven’t stretched, haven’t even thought about lunch. It’s like I enter this “deep focus” zone and forget I’m supposed to be human, not a robot.

And you know what? That’s not sustainable.

Working without a break is more than just tiring – it’s counterproductive.

Sometimes, the best ideas don’t come when you’re pushing yourself to the limit. They show up when you step away and give your brain room to breathe.

So, I’ve been working on ways to make a conscious effort to take those breaks, even if it feels uncomfortable. I’m telling myself that stepping away doesn’t mean I’ll lose momentum. In fact, it might give me the clarity to come back with fresh eyes and even better ideas.

Rest up and take care of yourself this weekend!

– Amy