Why a short puzzle break helps
A five-minute puzzle is a small, complete task: you start, you think, you finish. That sense of closure is why many people reach for a puzzle between chores or while waiting for the kettle.
Pick a game whose levels take one or two minutes. Short levels make it easy to stop without losing progress, and they keep the challenge fresh instead of tiring.
If you get stuck, look away for a few seconds. Coming back with fresh eyes often shows the move you missed.