Productivity and Emotions
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It took me a long time to understand that burning out meant I need to stop and step away and care for myself. For a long time I believed that the grind mindset was all about constantly working even if you’re tired and spent. But problem solving ability dips drastically in the face of exhaustion. And after a while I don’t even feel connected to the problem at hand. It actually happened to me in the middle of 2021. The second wave of Covid in Delhi hit hard and I felt exhausted making comics daily. It felt like a social responsibility to keep spreading the message of hope and positivity but I myself wasn’t feeling so hopeful and positive then. After that point I took a break that just kept on extending because I needed time to take care of myself and recover. Please don’t do that. Please don’t work beyond the point of exhaustion. A small break can do wonders to your productivity so take that break! You got this!