Comrades,
I’m exhausted. The real solutions are systemic, but I need some examples of folks striking this work life balance I long for. At best, references to networks that can help.
I’m a classical musician who was performing and working in arts admin. The latter paid booty, and I’ve switched to software engineering with a company that trains from no coding skills to placing you with a client. Very grateful I have such a passion for a craft that is in high demand right now.
It’s so hard to have the time and energy to make music, and the long game with my transition is finding flexible coding work that allows me to live comfortably, save for a house, retire, etc. but affords the time and energy to keep making music (professionally, so it will contribute to income a bit as well).
I live in Manhattan, and live with the most supportive partner. If my contribution to our house could be $80K for 20hrs/ week of work I could really make a life I’m happy with.
Had a dangerous mental struggle this past weekend feeling very trapped, esp. cuz I don’t feel I have many folks in my circle who would hear that last paragraph without scoffing or any imagination.
Thanks friendos