What are the best ways to recharge on your time off as a Creative Strategist?

Read a book that has no substance. Take a walk on the beach. Go to a farmers market. Plant flowers or garden. Sometimes I use the excuse of Shabbat to turn off my electronics. Travel and talk to people. I find when I do the above it gives my brain more space to refresh reflect and readjust. Constantly having to come up with use cases on new tech and educating people on it, can be exhausting. It also gives you perspective. Not everyone needs or wants the new shiny toy. I remember when I was trying to educate people on immersive (xr) it became super apparent that most of the people in the world don't have the means to purchase these shiny new objects and they don't even have good wifi - thats when I became super bullish on LBE models.

The most important thing our body and mind need, is a good night’s sleep. Sleep is so underrated! As a creative strategist, it is very difficult to stop thinking. We’ve all experienced the constant buzz in our heads when we have a brief to crack. But when you’re on a break, the solution to kill this constant buzz is a good night’s sleep. Follow this up by engaging in a hobby - reading, baking, watching a movie, meeting friends or just catching up on your family. Different people unwind differently. But first, start with sleep!

As a creative, I believe that connecting with nature has been one of the best recharging outlets out there, personally, I believe that nature is the constant healer and a rejuvenating force; and this is essential to keep the soul alive, and a booster for passion and drive.

Playing field hockey 🏑 on a Sunday afternoon has been my escape for years. It's something to look forward to and gives me an opportunity to focus on the game and my friends, who, by the way, aren't in the same field, so there's not much chance of me getting into a conversation about work! 😊

Recharge and reignite creativity! As a Creative Strategist, I prioritize my downtime to fuel inspiration. Whether it's diving into creative hobbies, exploring nature, or disconnecting from technology, taking time for myself allows me to bring fresh ideas to the table.

That’s definitely an underrated activity. Connecting with people from totally different cultures and business backgrounds will give the Creative Strategist a new perspective on things. Successful creative strategies are all about crafting narratives that communicate new perspectives pains that brands solve for.

Sharing your knowledge and insights not only benefits others but also provides an opportunity for self-reflection and deepening your understanding of your craft. Teach is the way to learn. Be a mentor, a teach a class, go back to academics, volunteer. When you return to your desk, you bring with you not only a recharged mind but also a broader perspective and a renewed passion for your work, thus elevating the quality and ingenuity of your creative output.

Sleep is my way of recharging! Sometimes, a short nap is all I need to clear my head and get the creative juices flowing again.

Consider if your identity isn’t too much dependent on your job. Find something outside of your work area, something that might serve as a professional “second leg” that will help you change environment, get fresh perspectives, open your mind…

Engaging in spiritual activity is also a good activity, whether it's a quiet time of prayer and meditation in the early morning or attending a group worship or study. Not only do these types of activities free your mind from thinking about work, but they also help to calm and center you in preparation for the day or a focused time of creative work.