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Given that not starting work during the week isn't an option, any tips on how to switch off after-hours during the work week?
Can't say I'm always successful, but I find that routines like dressing up for work, setting up a dedicated computer, etc. help.
I actually stop work every day at 7pm because that is when Jeopardy comes on.
Simply switching devices helps. If it's after 5pm and I don't have any meetings or tasks that I can complete by 6pm, I turn off the work laptop and put it away until the next morning.
Getting off devices entirely is even better.
My approach is - continue the regular routine. Get dressed for work and change clothes after work is done. Use dedicated computer for work and just turn it off after the work is done. I do have a separate "office" room, so that does help too. Can't say I'm always successful, but I find that routines like dressing up for work, setting up a dedicated computer, etc. help.
If you are into fitness.. all the better.
To separate work from hobby I turned the Dining Table into my "Work Desk" and kept my Desk as "Hobby Desk". I start every day by setting up the work desk and end work by returning my chair to the hobby desk. This keeps the two separated.
Also: Preparing dinner and taking at least half an hour to do something without screens after work.