The Lost Art of Doing NothingSometimes, the best thing we can do for ourselves is nothing. The Dutch have a word for this form of active rest: niksen (which translates closely to "doing nothing"). It is a state of non productivity staring out a window, lying on the grass, closing our eyes, or listening to music that can help decrease stress, improve health, inspire creativity, and more. However, niksen is harder than you think, and by no means a holy grail. In this fast paced