When less mental energy is required, the place around us should be more exciting.Some places are great for thinking great thoughts. Others are better for more mundane mental work. Some excel as spaces for active physical work, whether that is doing laundry or exercising .
Intense sensory experiences make us feel more energized—whether those experiences are saturated colors; louder, faster music; or more intense but pleasant smells—information flowing into our brains through any sensory channel can get our adrenaline going.when we’re thinking about our internal energy level is whether we can see or hear other people. We are a very social species and pine away when we don’t have access to others when we want, no matter how introverted we are.
Realigning a challenging mental task, say studying or working on a tough project for work, with the place where we are is why so many people travel to the library during exam week and why many a great novel is written away from the hustle and bustle of the city.