While its not the answer for everyone, I went independent again. I pick and choose my customers, and what I work on and when. Sometimes even the sales part of the Indie life can keep you from burning out.
I also enjoy teaching. Blogging, YouTube videos, SQL Saturdays...all keep me on my toes and learning new things or old things better. And anyone can do this...W-2 folks or other.
As pwhoyt said...keep a good work life balance. Have a hobby, preferably one that has you moving (binging Walking Dead is not a hobby!). Family first!
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