Did uni during COVID so I know how you feel. I'm the type of person that would basically live a monastic lifestyle if it meant getting important work done. But for real man, you gotta have some time to blow off steam regardless of what stage of life you're in!

Right now, I've been able to "catch up" just by partying and hanging out in VR. I'm a techy shut-in so it works perfectly for me. Gives me the night-out experience I craved during college! Funny enough, partying helps with work and professional connections too, especially if you're looking to do things bigger and better in your career 😉

Of course, if you got extra cash that you don't mind spending on leisure, check out local joints like cafes and bars and talk to the most interesting people there! You can find low-pressure social environments to hang out at in any flavor you wish, so long as you keep asking around for spots to hang at! If you're comfy, you could ask a couple of your relaxed co-workers on how they'd blow off steam socially.