It’s not always true the faster you go, the quicker you get somewhere. Sometimes things are only meaningful when you pause to acknowledge why you’re working on them in the first place.

Research shows rest has many benefits to your physical and mental health, including increasing your creativity, motivation, and ability to make decisions, as well as decrease your stress level.

At some point, it’s not worth it to keep pushing. It may seem counterintuitive, but pausing can give you the focus and strength to keep going. To make your rest more productive, set some guidelines:

Clearly define what “rest” means to you.

Specify what your timeline is.

When you are ready to get back to your work, invite others to help you stay accountable to your goals.

Your One Bold Move: Rest. Then keep going, step by step.