I just realized that I've worked in the software biz for 30 years now, on top of 10 as a student/hobbyist. Halfway thru my career, I quickly pivoted from I love programming and want to do this forever to I'm getting sick of this; my engergies are better spent as an architect/manager.

But at 50, I'm feeling burned out about doing anything for 40+ hours per week anymore. I'm embarking on an adventure with cancer right now, and if I survive it then I'll do my best to find a way to wind down so that I work half-time or zero.

I'd rather be somewhere warm and bleak, nailing houses together for Habitat for Humanity.