I find it very important to keep a separate space for quality family time and relaxing. And it is equally important that if I think about work problems I do it is a productive way. Brainstorming about science topics if fun! Ruminating about work issues is not productive and can be very harmful!
I found the following TED talk a very good reminder of this issue and how to overcome it: How to turn off work thoughts during your free time? Feeling burned out? You may be spending too much time ruminating about your job, says psychologist Guy Winch. Learn how to stop worrying about tomorrow’s tasks or stewing over office tensions with three simple techniques aimed at helping you truly relax and recharge after work.
https://www.ted.com/talks/guy_winch_how_to_turn_off_work_thoughts_during_your_free[…]utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin.com&utm_content=2022-5-30