Take. A. Break.

Brian Fink
1 min readMay 20, 2023

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You’re not a machine, you’re a human being. We like to act like we’re some sort of indestructible tech, operating at peak capacity 24/7, but that’s utter nonsense. It’s a delusion sold to us by a work culture obsessed with the fallacy of relentless productivity.

Take a step back, dude. Take a freaking break. Your brain isn’t the energizer bunny. It needs rest to recharge and function optimally. It’s just like hitting the gym — you wouldn’t pump iron for hours on end without a break, would you? Of course not. Your muscles need rest to repair, to grow. The same goes for your gray matter.

Work smart, not hard. A well-rested mind isn’t just healthier, it’s sharper, more creative. It’s a damn powerhouse of innovation and problem-solving. Overwork it and you’re just speeding towards burnout city, where the only welcome is diminished productivity and a heap of mental health issues.

So, stop glorifying the grind. Throw out the hustle porn. Find your balance. Take a nap, meditate, walk the dog. Just switch off. You’ll thank yourself later. You want to be the king of the hill? Rule your own mental health first. Take that to the bank.

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Brian Fink
Brian Fink

Written by Brian Fink

Executive Recruiter. ✈ #ATL ↔ #SF ✈ Building companies is my favorite. Opinions are my own. Responsibility is freedom. 🖖

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