How do you deal with burn out?

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I typically tend to reach a certain momentum in a project and can work for long periods of time but then ultimately get burned out to a point where I don't feel like looking at my code

How do you ensure that momentum is maintained without burn out?

Top comments (12)

Ben Halpern • Jun 19 '19

Days when I commit to catching up with little things in my life like cleaning my closet, some online shopping I've been meaning to get around to, and where I give myself plenty of extra time to accomplish all of it so I can fit in lots of random nothing time like walks with podcasts etc.

Those days really refresh me.

Ben Halpern • Jun 19 '19

If I'm sort of burnt out but can't find the time to step away from my tasks: Music helps me deal. Sometimes it's relaxing music, sometimes it's more angsty/angry music, sometimes it's music from a past time in my life to stoke some nostalgia.

Anyway, I find the right music can help me get through stressful times and work away some of the burnout until I can fully rest.

Kauress • Jun 19 '19

I like this idea as I like organizing:)

lincey.J • Jun 19 '19

gaming ! it help a lot ( even if it can take time haha) i had like 3 burn out in 2 weeks because of school projects and when i took some gaming break, i got more motivated and i finished the projects !

Afif Sohaili • Jun 19 '19

I've experienced this while single-handedly working on my current side project right now. I tune my mindset to say:

Have a strong motivation as to why you should complete the project. Set a high goal.
It's okay to take a break, but always go back to the project (hence why #1 needs to be very strong.
It's okay to take your time. You don't have to achieve your goals at 25 like them people in those Startup articles you just read.