I used to be so driven with side projects… apps, game dev, 2d art, 3d modeling etc…
But currently, i’ve taken on a happier perspective… I’ve noticed I lost the negative/sad/angry thoughts and is now content and satisfied with things. I’ve been sleeping at 10 waking at 6. Balanced diet. People happy. Everything seems good.
Now when I try to get back on my projects I kinda don’t have the drive anymore. Its hard to explain but it just kinda fizzles out whenever I try. I used to have a heavy heart and hateful of stuff, almost as if the negative fuel was allowing me to commit to my idea and reject everything else.
Now I feel like a happy blob but I kinda want my drive again… Anyone else?
I think it’s normal that it goes in waves. What’s important I think is to listen to your body. If you don’t think it’s fun atm, don’t force it
Well alrighty.
Although I did kinda have a thing of forcing my way through. To go to any direction unimpeded by emotions only by rational decision… but I guess things are different when its happy emotions XD
Are you sure it’s because you feel good and not because you just took a break? I think side projects are all about momentum, and if you take a break, you loose it. What do you think?
good thought! Could be…
Context I was unemployed for 3 months and took that time to learn game dev. ThenI spent the last month job hunting and paused my game dev. My first day starts tomorrow. I guess I maybe just waiting to stabilize again.
Ah this is good context, you don’t have the 9 to 5 motivating you to side project lol I hope you’ll be happy at your new job but if not, you’ll find yourself frustrated again and you’ll be back to side projects.
need a new hobby. the novelty has worn off
It’s not about healthy and happy, but you have probably lost your drive for these side projects. Try to find out with yourself - what was the reason for doing projects before.
31 years living the same here
I kind of find the opposite. Keeping upto date with gym and eating well really clears the mind to help me focus and concentrate
I’m the same.
Being pissed off with my life situation makes me a hustle bro.
Having money and being content makes side projects feel like a chore.
pressure drives progress. No pressure, no need for progress. You work harder when youre broke and hungry than when youre comfortable.
true… but surely there’s example of people that makes progress while comfortable? Wondering how to get there now, as I am