“Another effect of constant connectivity is information overload,” says Dr. Cantor. It may feel good to take a break by checking your emails or hopping onto Facebook, but heading to a ‘lower-information’ environment is more likely to be productive. “When Albert Einstein got stuck on a problem, he’d go sailing, and the solution would often come to him while he was on the water.” He didn’t go on Twitter. Breaking away from your social networks allows your mind to absorb new material; adding some exercise to the mix will also increase flows of blood, glucose, oxygen and protein to the brain. On a rainy day, or before bed, try Sudoku or a crossword instead of hitting the computer