The work and the workload at the next job were more or less the same. I just needed time to regroup. I had lost all interest in computers. In my case, I didn't

The work and the workload at the next job were more or less the same. I just needed time to regroup. I had lost all interest in computers. In my case, I didn't realize I was burnt out at first... I got laid off as a result of the 9/11 terrorist attack ( short version... company lost phone and internet, was in the 'frozen' zone... etc ). So I had unemployment, extra unemployment because of how I lost the job and I bet a lot of money on a couple super bowls and a world cup championship and made a bunch of extra money. During those 2 years, I mostly just... hung out with friends, drank, practiced guitar, played in a couple bands, lifted weights and did some kung fu. After those 2 years, I was ready for programming again.