Our culture glorifies constant connection, but it robs you of space—the space where creativity and relationships breathe. Disconnecting from work doesn't lose momentum; it helps you recover meaning. After spending time with friends (no agenda, no phones), I realized disconnection doesn't pull you away from your life, it brings you back. As Anne Lamott said, "Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." The pause is the power. Unplug