I left my job a year ago, and started doing remote work for a small company. Since then, I've worked between 15 to 25 hours a week. As a result:

- I'm more rested and stress free

- I get a lot more exercise and I eat healthier

- I'm much more efficient and motivated in my work

- My creativity and exploration into new fields has bloomed

I used to put almost all of my effort into my work, with not enough time devoted to maintaining and improving myself.