NAIROBI, Kenya—There are countless reasons why taking a break can feel like unleashing chaos in one’s life.
The idea of stepping away from everything at once is tempting—almost utopian—but wishful thinking at best. So, what can we realistically take a break from?
The things that drain our energy and cloud our minds. The things that pull us away from our true selves.
A Break from Self-Centered Friendships
Friendships should be nurturing, not emotionally exhausting.
Some friendships demand more than they give, leaving us feeling depleted rather than fulfilled. It’s time to step back from those who take without reciprocating.
Like any relationship, friendship requires effort—but it shouldn’t feel like a burden.
A Break from Politics and the News
The never-ending cycle of politicking and bickering has a way of consuming one’s peace of mind.
Overanalyzing every situation, feeling disappointed time and again—what else should we expect?
Politicians, after all, are the epitome of self-interest.
Perhaps it’s time to disconnect, even for a while, from the noise.
A Break from Society’s Expectations
Society—one of the biggest sources of emotional exhaustion.
The pressure to live up to certain standards, to match the pace of peers, to answer intrusive questions about why you haven’t checked off certain life milestones—it’s relentless.
Taking a break from this invisible yet suffocating weight can be liberating.
A Break from Monotony
Routines, while essential, can also be soul-crushing.
Waking up every day to repeat the same motions, knowing exactly how the day will unfold—it’s the perfect recipe for boredom.
We fear idleness because we’ve been conditioned to believe that constant busyness equates to productivity. But does it, really?
Or have we simply been taught that pretending to be busy is better than doing nothing at all?
A Break from Technology’s Grip
Technology has woven itself into the fabric of our existence. It dictates our work, our communication, and even our downtime.
Taking a complete break from technology is unrealistic—our daily lives depend on it. But what about a break from social media?
From the pressure to always be present, always be seen?
What if, instead, we found joy in things that don’t require a screen?
Small, intentional breaks from the digital world might just be the reset we need.
Fear is the silent thief of dreams. It convinces us we’re not good enough, that failure is imminent, that judgment is inevitable.
It holds us hostage, keeping us from stepping into our greatness.
Imagine what could happen if we freed ourselves from the shackles of fear, even momentarily.
We dwell on the past, worrying about what went wrong. We obsess over the future, fearing the unknown. But what about now?
The present moment—the one we often take for granted—is where life happens.
It’s where joy exists. Living in the now doesn’t mean ignoring the future; it means appreciating what your past efforts have already brought you, while still moving forward.
Taking a break isn’t about abandoning responsibility—it’s about reclaiming balance. So, what do you need a break from?
