I can definitely relate to this as I’ve been chatting or listening to a few creators on this sort of topic. It’s actually a topic I’d like to write about at some point because it’s actually interesting and worth talking about. It is like you said there feels like there is some unspoken rule that we as creators need to be available at all time.

On top of that, we’re also obligated to produce content. While a lot of us don’t feel that pressure, it normally comes in the form of us being hooked to making content. It’s akin to the feeling of producing more and more content on here over the day until you get one of your stories curated.

We as creators need breaks because as much as we love producing content and it’s our passion, our passions have limits and burnout is something we can experience. I’m glad that you were able to take a vacation. With the amount that you’ve been making on Medium, you definitely deserve it, Shannon!

I’d honestly use this time to enjoy those moments and even work on your internal self. I find these days we often focus so much on our careers or on a handful of things we forget other vital things like our own mindset, our relationships, and even our health.