Confessions of a Code Monkey with Kinks

Okay, so here's the thing. I'm a software engineer by day, and let’s just say my evenings are more eclectic than what you might expect from someone behind a computer screen all day. I’m a switch in the DDLG world, playing both little and caregiver roles, depending on who I’m with and how the mood strikes me. It's funny, because when I'm in my 'little' mode, I feel like anything but a grown-up, it’s liberating yet oddly humbling at the same time. On the flip side, when I’m acting as a caregiver, there’s an unexpected sense of authority and nurturing that feels really satisfying. The question is, am I just deluding myself or is this normal for someone with my interests? When I step back from it all, does engaging in these adult roleplays actually help me cope better with the stresses of day-to-day life? I mean, surely there's a limit to how many lines of code one can write before craving some real-life drama. What do you think, am I on the right track here, or is it time for me to find new hobbies?