What is rest and recovery (as a state)?
Short Answer
Rest and recovery is the downshift state that restores mental energy and bandwidth. Integration often happens off‑task, not during effort.
A Useful Distinction
| Type | What it restores |
|---|---|
| Sleep | Capacity, mood stability, learning consolidation. |
| Downtime | Nervous system regulation and perspective. |
| Play | Creativity, flexibility, and aliveness. |