Are These 8 Issues Sabotaging Your Career and Life? 🧨

Discover How to Reclaim Your Time, Energy, and Fulfillment Starting Today.

You want to be great at your craft, stay healthy, and build meaningful relationships.

But… it feels impossible to do all three at the same time.

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Back in my early career, I was hustling hard—learning new frameworks, solving tough problems, and putting in extra hours to “get ahead.” But here’s the thing: My health was slipping, and my relationships were on autopilot. I was proud of my work, sure, but I felt like a one-dimensional version of myself.

My evenings were spent recovering from burnout instead of connecting with friends or hitting the gym.

So what gives?

Why is it so hard to balance craft, health, and relationships?

After years of trial and error, I’ve pinpointed eight common problems that hold software engineers back—and the strategies that can help you overcome them.

Let’s get started!