[jeremyeder]

OP here, thanks to everyone for all the comments on this post. They were interesting to read. I appreciate the positive comments and can also certainly understand why some are not so positive.

For some context ... the blog itself was scoped to a very small portion of what I intend to write as time goes on (probably won't be submitting those to HN as I agree in hindsight that it doesn't match the preferred content for HN readers).

Someone else also commented "Are there any votes you cast that you’re not proud of? What kind of person do those votes tell you that you wish to become?" Yes, I'll be writing that and expanding beyond work scope because as a family oriented person (which doesn't come across in the post, nor did I intend it to), I'm glad to work at a place that advocates for a healthy work-life balance.

Burn out is a very real thing, and I 100% agree with the "Life needs to be built and enjoyed together, through your whole life." that's spot on!