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On a bit of slump

Fred27

I seem to be on a bit of slump when it comes to electronics lately. Just thought I'd ask if anyone else gets this sometimes or has any suggestions how to get out of it. When I say a slump, I mean that I just haven't seemed to find the time - or to some degree the enthusiasm - to get any projects going lately.

 

There are perhaps a few reasons. I was going to mention a few things that have been a bit rough lately, but decided not to. They're probably similar to the stuff everyone's been coping with. I'm not depressed, I'm just sorta lacking the enthusiasm to get on with stuff right now. I've had depression in the past, so know how that can be. It's not that now though - I'm still in a reasonable mood most of the time and enjoy getting out to meet friends when I can, etc.

 

Anyway, it's time to get back on top of things. I almost didn't apply for the Summer of FPGA design challenge. (Not enough time. The DIY job list growing. The usual excuses.) I'm hoping this will give me a reason to kick start things.

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  • Welcome kindred soul. I'm in the doing doldrums myself and thought wow I am not alone.

     

    I find there are peaks and valleys in activity, yet I notice the valleys of inactivity and lack of motivation most. At one point I would fight to try and regain what I assumed was normal and then reach a frantic point were I had no time. I try and take a slightly different approach now. In times of hyper activity and mind numbing calm, I tell myself this to will not last. Instead of seeking to change the situation I pause to more closely examine it and look to understand. Why am I feeling this way? What is different?

     

    I think you made a great first start by talking about it. I don't have a formula that I can share to resolve it. I do confess when I am really low doing something, even if it is a walk or better yet a chat with a friend. I'm guilty of a vice and that is a love of reading. It becomes an escape for some longer term relief. Especially if the book is good.

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  • Welcome kindred soul. I'm in the doing doldrums myself and thought wow I am not alone.

     

    I find there are peaks and valleys in activity, yet I notice the valleys of inactivity and lack of motivation most. At one point I would fight to try and regain what I assumed was normal and then reach a frantic point were I had no time. I try and take a slightly different approach now. In times of hyper activity and mind numbing calm, I tell myself this to will not last. Instead of seeking to change the situation I pause to more closely examine it and look to understand. Why am I feeling this way? What is different?

     

    I think you made a great first start by talking about it. I don't have a formula that I can share to resolve it. I do confess when I am really low doing something, even if it is a walk or better yet a chat with a friend. I'm guilty of a vice and that is a love of reading. It becomes an escape for some longer term relief. Especially if the book is good.

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