If you wake up feeling exhausted or dreading going to work, you might be lacking creative rest. The purpose of creative rest is to feel inspired about something, whether you’re taking a walk in nature or doing a craft. “Creative rest can mean engaging in an activity purely for fun like coloring or cooking,” Dr. Ruan says.

Your home can offer creative rest by providing materials for hobbies or reflecting an aesthetic style that brings you joy and relaxation, Wu says. Examples of creative rest include:Having a craft room or drawer that feeds your creativity

• Letting your mind wander 
• Putting together a puzzle
• Reading a book in a cozy lounge chair
• Doodling or appreciating art