Taking Vacation Is Not Laziness — It Is Maintenance

You wouldn't run a car for years without an oil change and expect it to perform well. Your brain works the same way. Vacation is not a reward for finishing everything -- it's scheduled maintenance that keeps you functional. The work will never be «done enough» to feel guilt-free about leaving. Take the time off anyway. You'll come back with clearer thinking, better judgment, and the energy to tackle problems that felt insurmountable before you left.