“For fast-acting relief, try slowing down.” — Lily Tomlin

Fifteenth Century inventor/genius, Leonardo Da Vinci advised, “Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgment will be surer. Go some distance away because then the work appears smaller and more of it can be taken in at a glance.” American Founding Father, Benjamin Franklin was another advocate of ‘R&R’ writing, “He that can take rest is greater than he that can take cities.”

The Bottom Line: Leaders take time away to rest, knowing they will return refreshed and more capable to deal with the challenges at hand.