They call it the Einstellung effect[1]. It's a recommended strategy to take time away from the problem to let your brain subconsciously work on the problem. [1

They call it the Einstellung effect[1]. It's a recommended strategy to take time away from the problem to let your brain subconsciously work on the problem. [1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Einstellung_effect https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Einstellung_effect