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Man, it probably won't help, but I could have written that. I recognize myself in your description. I am working for 5 years and I burned out 8 months ago. Unfortunately I am still in.

I have no magical formula. What I can say is that done is better than perfect when it comes about Software Engineering (also applicable for other domains). You will have to fight against yourself and attempt to get things done before you lose motivation. Of course that won't be easy, specially if you are perfectionnist.

Don't hesitate to have break, don't hesitate to abandon projects for a time and resume later. Follow your inside will. Life is too short to be bored.

Don't stay at work late, even if you enjoy it. Always be looking for perfection is exhausting, and your team probably won't be as concerned ad you. Your managers can help you with good "definitions of done". Communicate with them.

Be careful and take care. Good luck :)



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