Now add the fact I'm my own boss (so no real weekends, there's always work to do) and have a small child and the feelings of guilt are coming in regardless, either I'm neglecting my work, or my child! It's a win-win!
accomplishing nothing IS taking your time and recharging. whoever fooled you into thinking you need to be productive every waking moment is a boot licker
This is why i wonder if somehow two parents is just not enough these days.
I dont think many are capable of complex relationships with multiple partners (my insecurities are enough for two - having more greatly complicates things!) but i can see where this is the unhelpful byproduct of our individualistic culture - keeping some grandparents at hand for the juggling really makes sense.
That relationship is complicated enough though, even at arms length!