Worrist, this is a huge question for all of us, for sure. I have learned to do a couple of things. One, I'm never really off because of the nature of my work, but I do a couple of things. One: I turn off email notifications. Two: I ask my colleagues to text me on my cell if there is an emergency or if they have a question. Because I can quickly answer that and don't have to worry about a slew of emails. Third: If I must check email, I set aside a time of day to do it, and only do it during that time.

If you have a major project in the works, find a trusted colleague to update on it before you leave and ask that they text you directly if anything major develops so you can be abreast of it.

This way you aren't constantly thinking about work, and can trust that if an emergency does arise, they will let you know directly.

Hope that helps.

Seesaw