The Harvard Business Review conducted a series of studies to try to understand why Americans are "so impressed by busyness" and found that the "more we believe that one has the opportunity for success ...

I feel guilty. I am exhausted and I feel guilty taking a siesta. But I am getting over myself—sometimes. Taking a break isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity for building new neural pathways. The brain ...

Downtime is a necessary part of life. Science shows it helps us to be healthier, more focused, more productive and more creative. Yet, somehow, we often lose sight of this. “Downtime is important for ...

As strange as it may sound, boredom can also help improve focus. When we’re always switching between apps and screens, our ...