Just went back from paternity leave and forgot how exhausting the office is
Had 6 weeks off and it was incredible being home with the newborn and my older kids. Got back to work yesterday and man, I forgot how draining it is to be 'on' all day with coworkers and meetings. Plus I'm still not sleeping much because of the baby. My boss asked if I was okay because I was quiet in our standup. Just trying to survive this first week back. Anyone else struggle with the transition?
Oh man, that transition back is brutal. Six weeks of slower pace and you forget what the grind feels like. Give yourself a couple weeks to adjust - you'll get back into it but don't beat yourself up for feeling drained.