腦袋放空不罪惡：荷蘭 Niksen 的放鬆生活哲學
Niksen 是一個荷蘭動詞，意指「無所事事」。不同於冥想或興趣嗜好，Niksen 不需要目標，也不追求成就，而是單純地「存在」。它可能是發呆、看窗外、或什麼都不想。這種生活哲學源於荷蘭文化，強調從忙碌中抽身，讓自己真正休息。
給大腦放空的好處
心理治療師 Angela Williams 指出，Niksen 讓大腦有機會消化每天的思緒與情緒，幫助整合學到的知識。研究顯示，大腦在休息狀態下會啟動「預設模式網絡」（Default Mode Network），與創造力、靈感的產生有關。這也是為什麼發呆反而能讓人更專注、更有想法。
調節壓力與睡眠
Niksen 不只是心靈上的喘息，還能幫助調整神經系統，減少焦慮與壓力。當你不再逼自己「一直保持生產力」，身體能進入放鬆模式，這有助於降低皮質醇（壓力荷爾蒙），甚至提升睡眠品質。
如何開始練習 Niksen?
Niksen 聽起來簡單，卻不容易。Williams 建議每天找 5–30 分鐘「什麼都不做」：早上醒來先躺著放空，不碰手機；喝咖啡時看著窗外；晚上靜靜坐在沙發，不看劇、不滑手機。重點是：你什麼都不用做，只需要給自己空間。
Doing Nothing, Guilt-Free.
Embracing the Dutch Lifestyle of Niksen
Niksen is a Dutch verb that means “doing nothing.” Unlike meditation or hobbies, Niksen doesn’t have a goal or purpose. It’s simply about existing — staring out the window, zoning out, or just letting your mind wander. Rooted in Dutch culture, it highlights the value of stepping away from busyness and truly resting.
The Benefits for Your Brain
According to psychotherapist Angela Williams, Niksen gives your brain the chance to process daily thoughts and emotions. Research shows that when the brain is at rest, the “default mode network” activates — a system linked to creativity and inspiration. That’s why zoning out can actually boost focus and ideas.
Stress & Sleep Reset
Niksen also helps regulate the nervous system and reduce stress. By letting go of constant productivity, your body enters a relaxation mode, lowering cortisol levels and even improving sleep quality.
How to Try Niksen
While Niksen sounds simple, it can feel hard at first. Williams suggests starting with 5–30 minutes a day: lie in bed without your phone in the morning, sip coffee while staring out the window, or sit quietly on the couch at night. The key is: you don’t have to do anything — just give yourself space.
