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About this talk
Starting your first software development job is very rewarding. You get to apply what you learned from school, bootcamp, or self-learning to a product used by actual customers.
Once you start, you will likely experience imposter syndrome. It's completely normal, and it's actually a sign of growth. At times, it may feel like you're not doing enough and want to continue proving yourself further. You might overwork yourself, leading to burnout and developing bad habits.
In my talk, I will talk about how I burnout, and the bad habits I developed. Finally, the strategies I use today to prevent burnout and embrace self-care.
Talk Recording
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π Comment below and ask me questions β I might just answer them during my live speaker discussion!
About me
Hello! I'm Raymond Chung. Although I'm often mistaken for an intern, I'm building a new generation of software developers through Shopify's Dev Degree program. As a Technical Educator, my passion for computer science and education allows me to create bite-sized content that engages interns throughout their day-to-day. When I'm not teaching, you'll find me searching my area the best bubble tea shop.
This on-demand talk is part of CodeLand 2022 β a virtual conference brought to you by CodeNewbie & DEV on June 16 & 17, 2022.
Latest comments (32)
Thanks for sharing your story, Raymond. I really related to the part about burnoutβI went through something similar in my first dev job. What helped me bounce back was building better habits and even incorporating wellness routines like a vitamin suite recommended by a friend. Itβs amazing how small changes can support both mental clarity and energy levels. Appreciate this talk a lot!
Hi there!
I thoroughly enjoyed this insightful talk on navigating the complexities of mental health as a programmer at CodeLand 2022. Mental well-being is such a crucial aspect of our lives, and it's refreshing to see discussions like these gaining prominence in the tech community.
One key takeaway for me was the emphasis on setting meaningful goals in therapy, and it reminded me of an excellent resource I stumbled upon recently. Calmerry's blog provides fantastic tips on goal-setting in therapy, which I believe can be beneficial for anyone, including programmers. You can check out the article here: 8 Tips for Setting Goals in Therapy.
It aligns seamlessly with the strategies discussed in the CodeLand talk, offering practical insights for incorporating mental health practices into our daily lives. Thank you for sharing such valuable content, and I look forward to more conversations that prioritize mental health in the tech community!
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Guys, I can't help but relate to these thoughts. Recently, I found myself in a similar situation after being overwhelmed by excessive stress and emotional burnout due to my job as a developer. It was affecting my sleep and overall ability to live a normal life.
Desperate to find a solution, I invested a significant amount of time in search of ways to improve my mental health. A few days ago, I stumbled upon this website offering psychiatry services: httΡs://goodhealthpsych.com/. I decided to give it a try, and it turned out practical for me. There are numerous approaches to enhancing our well-being, but you can try checking out this resource.
Perhaps it will resonate with you as well and provide the support you need.
Thank you Raymond for sharing your experience.
I felt faced with these feelings caused mainly by the impostor syndrome. Positive attitude and thinking always help.
Well done. You Got this !!
I think there is not prescripted way to face these thing, just take your time and learn your own way.
Thank you for sharing your experience,
It is definitely okay to not be okay ...
We got this π
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with burnout. This makes me realize how important it is to talk about this topic and I should do so too.
To always be in the resource, you need to be able to switch your attention. You need to learn to do this before your work upsets you. A good example of this is to use onex bed. Such sites help to relax and get a positive boost from winning bets or playing online.This is important for psychological comfort.
Thank you for sharing your suggestions for dealing with the impostor within.
I had no idea that posting positive affirmations around my desk and keeping a victory list would be beneficial until I watched your presentation.
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