Although I enjoy my job, there are times when I feel tired even though I spend most of the day sitting. The strain might come from long hours of screen time, or perhaps from constantly thinking about the issues and challenges at work, which leaves me feeling drained. This has been affecting me for the past few weeks, and it worries me since we are just entering the production phase of the project—a stage considered more demanding than the design and coordination phase we went through over the past four months.
That said, I still feel motivated to keep going. After all, I don’t have much of a choice, as this is the reality across companies in my industry. Whether I work for another company or even for myself, the challenges remain the same. Long hours are simply part of my profession.
To cope, I try to break the monotony by occasionally logging off early, giving myself the chance to recover and avoid burnout. Another strategy I’ve been considering is reducing my workload by finding ways to automate some of my tasks. By relying on automation instead of doing everything manually, I hope to lessen the strain—especially on my eyes—and make my work more manageable.
I’m not yet certain which solutions will work best, but I believe this approach will help me feel less stressed and, ultimately, become more productive in the long run.
Finding balance in my work is still a learning process, but I know small changes can make a big difference. Whether it’s taking short breaks or exploring automation, these steps help me protect my energy and focus. In the end, staying mindful of my well-being is the key to sustaining productivity in the long run.
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