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In general, I find that the mind doesn't lie when you're stressed out, it just exaggerates a bit. If I had to guess, all of your fears are valid fears and you s
by ollerac 8y ago
In general, I find that the mind doesn't lie when you're stressed out, it just exaggerates a bit. If I had to guess, all of your fears are valid fears and you should sit with each one and address it. However, now is not the time.
You just reached a major milestone, whether it feels like it or not. You are getting near completion on a major project, you are starting to think longer term, you are considering the impact of your work on the world.
Take a week off. Or even a few months. Take a step back and let what you've done really sink in. Give yourself a treat, like playing a video game or binge watching tv or walking in nature. Whatever floats your boat.
Come back to the project in a month or two and you'll have a clearer head about where you're really at and what's left for you to do. Be kind to yourself. This kind of project is a heavy emotional and mental burden. Do not underestimate how much emotional weight it has. Give yourself permission to get back to a balanced, healthy mindset before taking the next steps.
Be well friend. Good luck! And be kind to yourself.
- danschumann 8y agoI do like video games, but when I play video games my house gets messier and messier. Lately I've been making more deals with myself, rewarding myself in various ways. Thinking about life through more of a lens of "is this behavior a reward, or an activity which will warrant a reward?" If it is neither, why would I do something so unfruitful? It's been a bit better on my psyche. Been going to bed earlier, as well.