Life can get so busy that we end up just going through the motions, maybe zoning out with a TV show or a game, only to feel that nagging guilt afterward. It's not that downtime is bad, but when it becomes a habit, it can leave us feeling disconnected or unfulfilled. Finding something that truly sparks your interest—something you care about for its own sake—can be a simple way to break the cycle and bring back a sense of meaning and joy.