- I would move to absolutely close to work as possible, even if that means renting a closet from someone on craigslist.<p>- Consider the day job a <i>sidejob</i> (but of course, be professional).  Always look for a better gig.<p>- Be frank, say you need a vacation right now&#x2F;nearly immediately because you&#x27;re unable to keep working at this pace.  If they make up flimsy excuses, stay firm and say something like &quot;I feel like I&#x27;m not performing at my top level because I&#x27;m headed in the direction of burning out.  I would like you to help me be recharge my productivity and engagement by finding a way to get some time off very soon because this will save you from having to fire me and hire somebody else and me from having to quit because I really want your help to allow me to get back to firing on all cylinders so we can get X done.&quot;<p>- Build a paper clock<p>- Visit a massage&#x2F;sauna&#x2F;spa place<p>- Do some random hobby meetups or local community center activities<p>- Volunteer at church&#x2F;nonprofit to help the needy<p>- Donate blood