"Away From the Keyboard" is a new article series exploring the personal lives and work-life balance strategies of developers at MongoDB. In the initial installment, Anaiya Raisinghani, a Developer Advocate at MongoDB, shares her experience in maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life. She uses strategic commitments, like nonrefundable workout classes and dinner reservations, to ensure she steps away from work, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries to avoid burnout. Anaiya describes how she had to consciously develop this balance, supported by a team and manager who value personal time. This balance enhances her presence in both professional and personal spheres, allowing her to focus on work during office hours and fully disengage afterward. She advises developers seeking better balance to minimize work-related distractions on personal devices to maintain a clear separation between work and personal life.