My Story: Engineering a Life of Purpose
The Breaking Point: When Passion Led to Burnout
Back in 2018, I chased a dream—launching my own business and moving to Spain. It was thrilling and full of potential. But behind the excitement, I was unknowingly setting the stage for burnout. As the sole force behind a big project, I wore every hat. I started my days before sunrise and worked late into the night, convincing myself it was just the price of ambition. Passion slowly turned into obsession, and work became a relentless machine I couldn’t escape.
I loved programming, but the constant pressure and lack of appreciation took a toll on my health and relationships. By late 2020, I faced a harsh reality: burnout. It wasn’t just tiredness—it was a complete breakdown of the identity I’d built around my work. This forced me to reevaluate everything, marking the start of a more intentional chapter.
A System for Recovery: How I Rebuilt My Life from First Principles
Recovery didn’t come naturally; it stemmed from systems I had to design. I approached it like a systems developer, mapping patterns, documenting breakdowns, and trying out new routines. I crafted personal SOPs for stress management and set clear boundaries for when things felt overwhelming. I even scheduled "deliberate rest" with the same importance as a client meeting, treating it as essential for my well-being.
This journey wasn’t about being perfect—it was about finding balance. Gradually, I shifted from merely surviving to thriving, honoring both my ambitions and my limits.
I didn’t take a traditional path, nor did I have all the answers. But through this experience, I learned that true growth comes from embracing vulnerability and connecting deeply with one’s purpose. Read more about this in my journey of burnout recovery.
My goal isn't to chase superficial success but to inspire others to find fulfillment and meaning in their own lives.
Together, we can build a community that celebrates resilience and authenticity, transforming challenges into opportunities for profound change.
