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Research shows that a quick walk outside is a highly productive way to take a break at work. Even better…
Casey’s eTip: Walk Around a Tree During Your Break
Looking at trees (rather than buildings), smelling their leaves, breathing the oxygenated air they produce–it all combines to relax your mind and then boost your performance once you return to your desk. Experiment and see!

Source: “A Surprising (and Easy) Way to Boost Your Attention Span: Being in nature is great for your brain.” New York Times, 8/14/2025

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