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Exercise. Enough sleep. Good food choices. Take care of the body first, then, (for me) things that make me laugh in a wholesome way. Hugs from loved ones. It's all counter-intuitive, because it's "taking the foot off the gas". The drive to the finish line is fine if it's truly close, but you sound like you're part of the legendary death march, which can go on for a loooong time. We think for a living. Thinking works better in rested, relaxed bodies and excited, curious minds.