This article is authored by Stand Out Online Member Jen Bennett, Get Desky
In a world that glorifies hustle culture and constant productivity, there's a quiet revolution brewing among successful women: the art of strategic pausing. While it might seem counterintuitive, incorporating deliberate breaks into your daily routine could be the game-changer you've been searching for.
I discovered this truth the hard way, after years of running on empty and wearing my exhaustion like a badge of honor. The turning point came during a particularly grueling month when my body finally forced me to stop. What started as a dreaded pause became an unexpected gateway to greater clarity and creativity.
Here's what research tells us: our brains actually do their best work when we step back. Those "aha moments" rarely come when we're staring intensely at a problem. Instead, they emerge during walks, showers, or quiet moments with …