Such people cannot think clearly and soon feel irritable and use poor judgment. As they fall behind in their work, the tendency is to substitute long hours for the inability to perform. While the stresses of modern society cannot be avoided entirely, we can help counteract, slow, or lessen their effects. Physical activity that causes the muscles to relax is a tranquilizer that brings rest, sleep, and recuperation. Those who are physically fit and rested can think more clearly and complete more work in less time than those who are not.
Relaxation is a prerequisite to rest and good sleep.
Rest, or inactivity, is an important part of life's rhythm and is designed to be regularly interspersed with activity. Regular breaks in your routine enable you go back to work with renewed vigor. Recreation is vital to all, and true recreation restores and helps strengthen a person physically, mentally, and spiritually. Recreation contrasts with amusement, such as inappropriate television viewing, novel reading, and similar activities that occupy and waste time.