how do you balance a full time job with being in a band without burning out
i’m in my late twenties and my band has been getting more serious lately. we’re playing shows more often, writing new material, and trying to actually promote ourselves. the problem is i also have a full time 9 to 5 that drains most of my energy during the week. by the time the weekend comes, i’m exhausted, and band practice or recording sessions feel more like another job than something i enjoy. i love playing music and i don’t want to quit, but i’m starting to feel the burnout creeping in. for those of you who work a regular job and also take your band seriously, how do you manage your energy and time without resenting either one. do you have strict schedules, specific recovery days, or have you just accepted that you’ll be tired all the time. i’d love to hear any systems or mindsets that have helped you keep going without losing the joy