Burnout 2026

The author reflects on their personal struggles with burnout and the impact of generative AI and LLMs on their hobbies, particularly music and programming. They express nostalgia for the early days of personal computing and communally-shared creativity, while feeling disenchanted with how AI technologies have altered online communities and their personal passions. The post explores the balance between using AI as a tool and the ethical implications it raises, ultimately leading the author to question their engagement with programming.