recharge one's battery
Rest and recover
To recharge one's battery is to rest and recover energy after a period of exertion or stress.
The metaphor treats a person like a device that depletes its power supply and needs time to restore it: I'm taking a long weekend to recharge my batteries.
Often appears as recharge one's batteries.
- nature walksOutdoor excursions observing wildlife
- restCessation of activity
- good night's sleepAdequate quality rest
- sleepRecurring unconscious repose
- relaxationState of being unwound
me time · quiet time · fresh air · vacation · creative expression · mindfulness · laughter · breathing techniques · meditation · nap · music · yoga · sunlight exposure · deep breath · scenic views · hobbies · exercise · therapy
recharge one's batteryburn out
Exhaust through overwork
run on empty · hit the wall · burn the candle at both ends · crash · fatigue
recharge one's batteryburn the candle at both ends
Exhaust through excess activity
overwork · soldier on · power through · keep pushing · press on regardless
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