It’s easy to assume that the most accomplished and productive people in history must have worked tirelessly and non-stop to achieve their success.

But if you were to take a closer look at their daily routines, you might be surprised to find that they actually spent very little time working.

Charles Darwin, who wrote the ground-breaking book The Origin of Species, only worked about 4 hours a day. Stephen King, known for his prolific writing career, also only works for 4 hours a day. Even Elon Musk and Steve Jobs, two of the most innovative minds of our time, took a year off to travel before starting college. And let’s not forget Leonardo Da Vinci, who famously took 15 years to complete the Mona Lisa.

So next time you feel guilty for taking a break, remember that even the most accomplished individuals need some downtime. #productivity #success #worklifebalance