My husband does software dev. This is a real thing. The first time he encountered it he was writing code independently and trying to explain to the client how he couldn't seem to get past a certain spot. She was the best! She told him, "Look, you're a a very good programmer. You'll find the solution. BUT I am Demanding that you put this project away for 24 hours. Go do something fun."

So, I grabbed the man and we went to the lake. It was a really nice day. The next morning he opened his PC and said. "OH I know how to solve this!"

It came to him with no more research, no more effort.

So, yes, you're on a good track. But also get away from the computer altogether for at least four hours.

Have fun!