The author quit their contracting gig with debt and a failed business idea, but believes it was the right decision due to the soul-destroying nature of working for someone else as a programmer. They compare programming to psychotherapy, where the work is ultimately pointless and lacks impact. However, programming for personal projects brings satisfaction. The unique aspect of programming is that it requires full engagement and lacks autopilot mode common in other jobs. The author is now setting up a food delivery business based on ancestral health principles. Their current state is one of uncertainty mixed with emotions, as they navigate their new path.
https://gushogg-blake.com/p/blog-burnout/