Professional work can be exciting, enjoyable, and challenging. It can also be exhausting, intense, and draining. It’s easy to let work take over your life. Especially now, as many professionals work remotely or in a hybrid setting, it’s easy for your personal and professional worlds to overlap. As a result, you may find that you’re not separating from work effectively, and you’re not taking time to recharge. Taking a break is key to being your best at work and at home. Here are a few reasons why taking time out to recharge is so important.

You Can Improve Your Work

While it’s important to work hard, running yourself into the ground doesn’t do you any favors. When you don’t take the time to recharge and regroup, your productivity can suffer. You may find yourself slower to accomplish tasks, making mistakes that easily could be avoided, or even missing deadlines. Don’t push yourself harder to make up for mistakes. You’ll be better served by stepping away (physically or mentally) for a bit. Allowing yourself time to rest and recharge will provide you with the energy and clarity you need to work smarter, not harder.