One of my methods is to go out and meet some guys playing rpgs or boardgames. If you play with them you change the reality for a while and let the world behind you. When I come back to the reality it is easier. Maybe my real-time-brain-half takes a short time out ;)
@zweitesich That's one of my go-to's as well. We've got an DnD game that we meet for every other week or so, but I am missing getting some of my boardgames on the table. Thank you for reminding me where my passions are!