| I get this a lot, usually at the end of contracts - I've been freelance/contracting for more than a decade. Taking a break works, that's what I do. But you've said that you're running out of resources? That's probably the most scary thing in the world, seeing your bank balance fast approaching nil. Doubly so with a child on the way. So let me throw some ideas in the air: If you can do IT-type stuff, try to do some low end IT admin/roll out work. You could work in a Cafe/Bar but you'll find that unless you're quite depressed the increased social interaction will actually pick you up faster. If you're feeling particularly misanthropic, then shelf stacking, gardening, casual laboring will probably work. When I've been burned out I tend to avoid socializing, physical activity and sunlight. So I make things worse for myself. Actually engaging in those activities brings me out of it. I think I'm rambling a bit, hope it makes sense. |