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M. ChernenkoThe Rational Software Engineerhttps://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-9795-7_12

12. Health

Mykyta Chernenko1  
(1)
Oslo, Norway
 

Health is the starting point for everything. You can’t be productive or feel good if you’re constantly exhausted or dealing with a headache, right? For instance, if I don’t maintain a healthy diet, take a break from exercise, face a difficult emotional situation, or lack good sleep, my work satisfaction and productivity take a nosedive. During the height of the coronavirus pandemic, I found myself exercising less, eating poorly, and having disruptive sleep patterns. This lifestyle took a toll on me and led me into such a state ...

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