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Time enjoyed is not time wasted. Dedicating one's entire free time to solving the mysteries of the universe will likely lead to failure. You have to step away f
by Art9681 7y ago
Time enjoyed is not time wasted. Dedicating one's entire free time to solving the mysteries of the universe will likely lead to failure. You have to step away from the task every now and then and enjoy mindless entertainment. You have to reset every now and then. I have spent countless hours on difficult programming problems only for the solution to "come to me" while mindlessly gaming, or taking a shower, or smoking a cig. The solution becomes clear when you're not thinking of the problem sometimes. There is research that indicates this is a real phenomenon.
- WalterBright 7y agoOh, I agree that after working a long time on difficult problems, I need a rest with mindless entertainment. For example, after finals week in college I'd go home, and just veg in front of the TV for a few days. Then I'd get bored and was ready to start the next semester. It's just like doing hard physical work. Ya need a rest afterwards. Chess isn't mindless entertainment. I don't see it as rest. Solutions to difficult problems often come to me while I'm jogging. Something something about increased blood flow to brain? Yesterday I went out for a long walk, and thought of a much simpler solution than one I was going to implement. A very worthwhile walk!