I have a simpler explanation for this feeling- it's just that time of year again. Judging by the other responses it's just on everyone's minds. We can all look

I have a simpler explanation for this feeling- it's just that time of year again. Judging by the other responses it's just on everyone's minds. We can all look back and take stock of what we accomplished throughout the year and feel like we could have done more, could have done it better. When I'm bored I like to window shop cheap used cars on CraigsList. I think to myself "No one sees what I see in this beauty- if it was mine I'd be so happy". Code can be the same way and it seems like if it was yours it would be a new lease on life. The code may be found in the darkest corners of the internet so neglected but so much potential. Recognize in that moment you are creating your "style" your "way" of creating the inspiration which is really the goal. It's not about personal worth it's really about feeling free to create. Developers are their most creative selves when they are happy so...my first suspect in finding the path to developer enlightenment is environmental factors. Development IDE? Workspace area? Skipping breakfast? Look at these things with objective eyes then try to improve them then try again. Merging all of this with financial concerns is going to wire your brain's reward system up for self defeat- gain the freedom first then the money.