I mean sitting and closing your eyes for 20 minutes or so. Sit still and simply observe the thoughts that come into your mind. Don't try to solve any problems. Just watch and let go.
take your mind off your main task so it can relax.
Listen to classical music
Read something entertaining
Use reading for 10-20 minutes as a reward for 30 minutes of focused work. Use an egg timer to keep track.
drinking a cup of coffee and then immediately taking a 10-15 minute catnap gives you an energy boost.
Listen to motivational CDs
To compete in the sport may make you tired physically, but will wake you up mentally.
Break down your project into bite-sized chunks
You might be in brain drain because you simply don't have sensible objectives.
playing a game lets you know life doesn't always have to be so serious and focused. Make time for play too!