as always, we’re back. how’s your week going folks

  • bijuice@beehaw.org
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    11 months ago

    Sounds like you’re burnt out. When’s the last time you took a break?

    Burnout sneaks up on ya. You have to actively manage it before it overwhelms you.

    • distractedcactus@beehaw.org
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      11 months ago

      Burnout is absolutely real, though I had a vacation a few weeks ago so I think this is just due to not having enough downtime to myself over the weekend. It seems like the older I get the more distance that I need from people in order to recharge.

      • orangecrust@beehaw.org
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        11 months ago

        This really resonates with me. I (think?) I like my job a lot but I’ve been having absolutely no motivation. Took a good vacation to try to get over some burnout but came back feeling exactly the same as before.

        Maybe I need just a personal stay at home vacation to just spend time on hobbies and interests or something. Or just find a new job lol

        • distractedcactus@beehaw.org
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          11 months ago

          I think that sometimes the burnout is internal, rather than in relation to something external like my job. It’s also hard to separate the DGAF mood from other stressors like lack of sleep (something my video game habit has not helped with).

          • orangecrust@beehaw.org
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            11 months ago

            Yup, same. And it’s just exacerbated when I have to work later to get everything done because I’ve been working so slow and begrudgingly all day.