The Magic of Taking a Break

A long time ago, a man named Graham Wallas noticed that people often got their best ideas when they weren't trying to solve a problem at all.

If you are stuck on a math problem, go outside and run around. When you come back, you might know exactly what to do!

Have you ever been stuck on a puzzle and couldn't find the last piece? When you walk away to play or sleep, your brain keeps working on it in the background. This is called incubation.

It helps you stay calm. Instead of getting frustrated, you can take a break and let your brain do the heavy lifting for you.

Think of your brain like a computer. Even when you close the screen, the computer is still finishing its work. Your brain does the same thing while you relax.