Best break while studying

[Deuz]

What do you think is the best break you can take when you study?

• sport
• computer game
• tv
• quick nap
• listen to music
• other

Or what kind of break do you take when you work, study,...?

[elainevdw]

If you're studying with a good friend... I'd add, "tickle fight!" Laughing is wonderfully recharging.

I would usually get up, grab a snack and some hydration, and stare off into space for a while. My eyes tend to get tired around the time my brain does.

[The Universal Call]

Hah, I've tried TV. Guess for how many minutes I got stuck? Too many. If we say that the average TV-show is 30 minutes, considering you probably shouldn't spend an entire 30 minutes resting (I think 5-15 max), if you do as I do you will want to see the entire show. You'll most likely see the first half, commercial = getting back to a little reading, then see the rest of the show, unless you are disciplined. Urgh, it hasn't worked out for me, I always get stuck wanting "just to see a little bit more". If you're a bit more disciplined than me though and think you can handle that, great, TV is a nice break from studying.

Personally I do as elainevdw, grab something edible (read: fresh apple) and something to drink (read: clean water), and might do as you suggested, listen to some music - it is wonderfully refreshing. Laying down on bed is not too bad either.

I'll be keeping an eye on this thread, other people's advices will certainly benefit.

[Athena]

connect to source/ nature / clear the mind somehow

stretch, water, sunlight

clear mind, visualize, project successful next actions,

etc

[Cassie]

taking a long, relaxing walk to clear my mind

[Matt]

I go for a quick bike ride (there is a trail behind my house). I would also consider going for a quick run if there was no where to bike.

If it's night-time I will sometimes listen to some good music and close my eyes.