[hyggetrold]

In my experience the ability to "turn it off" is a skill that requires practice. This thread already has some good suggestions: exercise, meditation, writing a note to yourself, etc.

I would add that getting out into nature can be really helpful as well. If you're in an urban situation a walk in the park or near some water is good.

Exploring art like with physical drawing or painting can be good too. Or sculpting if that turns you on.

I think it's really important as part of this to get out of the "productivity mindset" - so go for a walk/run/bike ride/whatever and don't try to get a "two-fer." So don't listen to a podcast or audiobook while you're exercising or walking. Really try to dial down all the mental input as much as possible. You don't have to do this all the time but at least a few times a week can really help.

[PartiallyTyped]

> I would add that getting out into nature can be really helpful as well.

Second this, I am a city dweller, but I found myself next to forests in central Europe, and it's absolutely incredible.