[Jtsummers]

I don't do a side hustle, but I do have side projects (for my own edification). Things that help:

- If it's work related, i.e. my math studies related to my astrophysics related work project, try to flow into it after work. I'm probably already in the right mental frame and have the motivation (something in the project was stymying me or piqued my curiosity).

- If it's not work related, take a break, preferably something physical. I used to run after work, now I row and do some bodyweight exercises + yoga (I'll run again once it's not below freezing with ice on the sidewalks). This exhausts me physically, but creates a complete break from my work. After a shower, I feel refreshed, and can get to whatever it is I want to do.