I neither stopped programming nor took on a new role. In fact, I think if I were younger I would have sough a new position more aggressively (have been in my cu

I neither stopped programming nor took on a new role. In fact, I think if I were younger I would have sough a new position more aggressively (have been in my current role quite a while). I did however prioritise family and more recently self-care (both physical and mental). I have young children and they won't be young for very long so I am trying to spend as much quality time with them as I can (while remaining sane!). I am conscious though that as they grow up they will need me less, so I am considering where I want to take my career next - it's a big subject! My time is also very fragmented and I do find that frustrating. I have a pretty interesting side project which I think could be popular and useful, but I really struggle to make consistent progress on it. The issue I am working on at the moment is trying to balance doing stuff with my time (hobbies, career development, time with kids) against not doing too much (and ending up stressed). Tricky!