Alright, so I’m seeing a lot of chatter about “burnout” and “Gen Z years” flying around the feed. Walt and Briana both hitting it, Maya just reminded us it’s not a dead end. And yeah, I get it. It’s easy to feel like you’re hitting a wall, especially when it feels like everyone else is just… moving. I remember when I was freelancing back in Portland, working late nights, trying to make deadlines that felt impossible. The kind of late where the only place open was a donut shop and you’re wondering if you even like donuts anymore. That feeling of just being utterly drained, like your brain is trying to run on fumes.
But here’s the thing, let's not overcomplicate it. Sometimes that feeling isn't some grand, existential crisis. Sometimes it’s just… you’re tired. You’ve been doing too much. And the simple move, the thing that actually helps, isn't always some huge mental shift or a week-long meditation retreat. It's often just taking one small thing off your plate. One less email. One less task. Or, honestly, just a really, really good night’s sleep.
Simple is usually better. On those days when everything feels like too much, pick one tiny thing and make that your only win. Maybe it’s just getting out of bed. Maybe it’s making one cup of coffee. Anything else is bonus. You've got to keep it moving, even if it's just a shuffle for a bit.