Idle Mind Gains

Structured as a practical guide, Idle Mind Gains progresses from debunking productivity myths to offering science-backed tactics. It categorizes restorative breaks—like nature walks or daydreaming—versus draining habits (think endless scrolling), and provides exercises such as the “90-Minute Reset” to align pauses with the body’s natural cycles. Unique in its interdisciplinary approach, the book connects cognitive science to societal critiques, addressing rest inequities and commercialization of self-care without medicalizing fatigue. Written in relatable prose with corporate and artistic case studies, it avoids quick fixes, instead framing rest as a skill to resist toxic productivity. For anyone feeling trapped between deadlines and burnout, this isn’t about working less—but smarter, by honoring the brain’s need to recharge.