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Working with FAMiLab on creating a low cost sensor battery for classrooms as part of the Element-14 Great Global Hackerspace Challenge. Otherwise, trying despe
by abyssknight 16y ago
Working with FAMiLab on creating a low cost sensor battery for classrooms as part of the Element-14 Great Global Hackerspace Challenge.
Otherwise, trying desperately to get out of a recent spout of burnout, loss of motivation, and chronic perfectionism. I have, arguably, one of the best job situations in the world right now but I'm not enjoying it. The work I do is just not profoundly satisfying, despite being able to do weeks of it in a couple hours with minimal error and rework. Taking suggestions on that if anyone has any.
- genbattle 16y agoI feel your pain in just about every respect. Having personal projects can help. From what others have said having a solid non-programming hobby and getting back some balance is a key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Interesting and somewhat related blog article: http://heycarsten.com/employment-the-hard-parts/ http://heycarsten.com/employment-the-hard-parts/ Also, another article i found really interesting on the topic: http://gamasutra.com/blogs/JoelChristiansen/20110110/6763/Path_of_the_Perfectionist.php http://gamasutra.com/blogs/JoelChristiansen/20110110/6763/Pa...
- abyssknight 16y agoThanks. Hit me up off HN if you ever need someone to share your frustration. :)