A year ago, I decided to reduce my employment level from 100% to 80% and to take Fridays off.
My main motivation was to have some time for myself: Relax, reduce my stress level from work, have more time for side projects, do more sports, and maybe spend more time with my wife without the kids. This was only partially successful as there were a few things I had not realized beforehand.
I’d like to describe my experience, and will focus on the effects this change had on my work, financial situation, side projects, and personal life / health.
To give some background, I’ll start with my personal situation: I have two small kids and... (read 705 more words →)