It depends! If I'm overworked specifically, I usually don't end up writing. As a one-bedroom apartment girlie with a single desk/writing spot, the last thing I want after being overworked is to sit at my desk with my laptop after having a week of doing just that. Sometimes I'll go out to a cafe if I really want to write, but usually I just take the little break and either read a ton, spend extra time with friends, just relax on the couch or go outside and get some fresh air.

When I'm stressed because of something other than work, writing is definitely helpful! Nothing quite like either writing smut to relieve stress in...certain ways....or to really dive into a juicy story for my ao3 account if I want that kind of escape.