In my journey as a developer I've realized that it's important to take breaks, especially after every small win within your code blocks, testing and debugging. Breaks personally help me think better. Go outside and inhale some fresh air, make a cup of coffee, drink water or take a pee, etc. You get my drift!
Coding is hard and mentally demanding. As developers we often want to keep going until we feel extremely exhausted but this habit can take a toll on you if you don't take regular breaks. I've learnt this the hard way. I've been so burnt out to the point I felt like "may be I should just choose another career". Giving up becomes an easy temptation when you're too hard on yourself.
I'm learning that taking breaks:
- Reduces stress
- Prevents burnout
- Improves health
- Enhances creativity
- Boosts productivity
Breaks while coding are not a sign of being unproductive but a strategic move to sustain your performance. Always remember why you first started on this path and lock your eyes on the vision while being patient with yourself because "Rome wasn't built in a day!".
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