You will burn out!

I agree with you OP. Everyone needs to have tame for themself. Many people put money before their health and thats a big problem. They realize after its to late

i had put college before my health. that is even worse than money before your health. imagine being broke and unhealthy vs rich and unhealthy.....
 
Solid advice OP. I'll add 2 points that I find useful:
  • Sleep adequately - Could be anywhere between 6-8 hours per day, depending on your day.
  • Stay well hydrated - Drink enough water to keep you hydrated. Could be anywhere between 4-6 Liters per day.
 
Good post. This should be required reading for all freelancers.

Going backpacking in the woods, without electricity/water/internet, works great for me. It's like recharging my batteries. Obviously not an option for everyone, but you should make an effort to spend some time outside.
 
Never forgive your health, physical and mental. Working with IM is incredibly addictive, it takes you in another world so you've to be very strong in mind to not lose contact with the real life.
So true, I find it hard to switch off and not think about it.
 
What makes you burn out or not is Serotonin i believe.
What you need it balance by doing things that increase Serotonin - mainly always enjoy your work.
Burnout usually occurs during a low in your life, when you're sad/depressed, you failed massively, etc.
 
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