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Pick something up that can get your mind off things. Start hiking, plant a garden, take up wood working, learn meditation. I find it nice to take a break from coding.

If you really like programming, but are not thrilled with the tech or projects at work, pick a side project you can do outside of work that will let you grow and learn.

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I doubt side project is the right thing at this point in time, unless it is something you can complete in a day. It looks like the OP needs to be away from his computer and side projects that don't work out can be more frustrating than your daily job and may cause OP to spiral further into depression.

I have picked up meditation and gyming. They add a temporary respite, but the excitement of going to work is eclipsed by the anxiety of making a big difference.

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