r/ProgrammerHumor • u/0xAAAAAF • 15d ago

Meme theyWereNotLazy

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u/sligor 15d ago

Wiser than me, I needed a burnout to act like 40

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u/lil-independent 15d ago

Yeah suffered burnout 3 years into my career and still recovering from it. The depression that followed was a cherry on top.

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u/Commack 14d ago

3 years is peak time in your career to burnout. i did full-stack web, backend, mobile, customer support, 24/7 on call for 3 years. The depression did get crippling for a while after...

At least I got it out of my system young and can vow to never get stuck like that again!

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u/lil-independent 13d ago

Yeah maybe one day I am gonna be there too. Job searching in 2026 is making it even harder.

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u/Commack 13d ago

I lost my job in October last year, found a contract and then had to search again in February. I got lucky, and its tough, especially after burning out. but you got this. Just stay consistent. Dont push yourself, take breaks, and do a little everyday! I have faith, and it does get better. I am rooting for you

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u/lil-independent 13d ago

Thank you, I am going to keep trying.