PSA: Baking sourdough every weekend is my secret weapon against freelance burnout
Turns out, the patience required for fermentation (seriously, it's a process) directly translates to managing difficult clients without losing my cool.
Trying to maintain a sourdough starter during tax season last year actually spiked my cortisol levels... I've found separating work rituals from home hobbies keeps me saner.
Oof, that really hits on how productivity culture has invaded our kitchens and hobbies too. It feels like we're pressured to optimize every part of our lives, even leisure. No wonder just keeping things separate feels like a radical act of self-preservation.