>>12755993Generally depends on the work. If intellectual draining then it's hard but try to connect it to other academic endeavors. If not then listen to science podcasts. Try to relate everyday experiences and the like to what you are learning.
I used to try and decompose the physical properties and relationships as I walked around. Running equations in my head and identifying what chemical reactions were occuring in the life around me and trying to make approximate equations to solve different phenomena. Nothing too taxing but integrating knowledge into life is important.