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Seven Habits of Effective Artists: HABIT FIVE: REST

  • Writer: LB Neibaur
    LB Neibaur
  • Dec 4, 2025
  • 1 min read

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HABIT 5LB Neibaur (Laura)




Excellent speech by Andrew Price at Blender—the condensed "Atomic Habits" for artists.


"Atomic Habits" of Effective Artists: HABIT FIVE


Habit 5 for Effective Artists: REST (Give it fresh eyes!)


Sometimes the most productive thing you can do… is step away.

Andrew Price calls this Habit Five: Rest.

And as a mom of seven, I know this one by heart. I’m not at my best unless I’ve taken even a little time for myself. The same goes for any craft.

 
 
 

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