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A reading list to spice up your mid-life crisis
My shall-remain-anonymous friend is turning 40 and going through a self-proclaimed mid-life crisis. He doesn't want a Ferarri... so what...
Oct 4, 20244 min read


Family Sabbaticals: What type of family do you have?
There are three distinct paths a family sabbatical can take, depending on where the focus lies: Kid-focused, Parent-focused, or Family-focus
Sep 30, 20245 min read


Living Boundlessly
We’ve just returned from a Boundless Life month-long cohort in Syros, Greece. It felt like a mini-sabbatical and it was wonderful! I...
Sep 11, 20247 min read


Pace yourself! Finding the right pace and daily routines on a sabbatical
If a vacation is a sprint of relaxation, then a sabbatical is a marathon. And what’s the key to finishing a marathon without collapsing?...
Jul 16, 20247 min read


How to Decompress on Sabbatical
Decompression is so important at the beginning of a sabbatical. Giving yourself permission to slow down and allow yourself to physically...
May 23, 20244 min read


How to Plan a Sabbatical: A Complete Sabbatical Planning Process for Professionals
Discover how to plan a sabbatical with our comprehensive guide. Learn the steps to creating a meaningful sabbatical plan.
Apr 16, 20242 min read


Want a sabbatical? Just Ask!
The most powerful strategy for embarking on your own career-sustaining sabbatical can be summarised in one word: ask! By asking the right...
Jun 28, 20232 min read


The paradox of free time on sabbatical
You’ve planned this amazing sabbatical. You’ve been working towards it for years. You’ll finally get the free time you’ve been...
Mar 16, 20232 min read


How to plan your sabbatical like a pro
So you’re thinking of taking a sabbatical and you have a million questions. What will you do? How long can you take? Can you afford it?...
Oct 13, 20227 min read


Sabbatical fears - how to overcome them
In a world that rewards the relentless pursuit of productivity, it’s sometimes hard to give ourselves permission to take a break. Just...
Sep 14, 20223 min read


Your solid sabbatical work coverage plan
To have a great sabbatical experience you need to make sure your work is looked after while you’re away. This reduces the stress for you...
Sep 14, 20223 min read


Share your "wow" sabbatical story
Re-living your sabbatical through the enjoyment of sharing your story with others is one of the highlights of returning home. It can be a...
Sep 14, 20223 min read


Making the most of a sabbatical
The best tools and tips for how to make the most of a sabbatical
Aug 10, 20223 min read


The psychological phases you'll go through on a sabbatical
There are some distinct psychological phases that we go through when we take an extended break from work to recharge - a sabbatical....
May 1, 20226 min read


How to ruin your holiday recharge in 4 easy steps (like I just did!)
I recently booked a 2-week break with my husband to recharge and relax. We were limited to local destinations given the Coronavirus...
Nov 18, 20205 min read


Pause. Reframe. This is your moment to take a Growth Sabbatical
The world had changed. Our lives have changed. Unexpectedly and out of our control. Lot's of people have been thrown into the situation...
Mar 27, 20204 min read


The Unexpected Sabbatical - how to make the most of it at home
Well... Here we are. A global pandemic. Panic. Fear. Confusion. It's everywhere. I'm sitting here in 'social isolation' in my home in...
Mar 19, 20203 min read


Sabbatical Stories - Meet the master of sabbatical connections
Nadege Conger is a sabbatical legend. 20 years ago, just as the internet was becoming a big thing, she had the vision of creating a...
Feb 13, 20207 min read


What’s your holiday recharge score?
Most of us managed to take some time off over the Christmas and New Year period. For some, it’s already a distant memory. For others,...
Jan 20, 20203 min read


The real truth about why you want a sabbatical
You say you want a sabbatical, but the truth is, you're probably just running away. Most of the time, I'm the caring, supporting...
Nov 13, 20194 min read


Asking for sabbatical leave – 10 tips (and a pitch pack) to get a “yes”
I remember the day I asked my boss for 6-months sabbatical leave to travel around South America. I’m not going to lie… it was messy. Ugly...
Sep 27, 20195 min read


Should I take a sabbatical? Here's how to find out.
Have you ever dreamed of taking a couple of months off to recharge and pursue a dream but worried it’ll be a big mistake? You’re not...
Sep 16, 20194 min read


Need a recharging break? Do these 4 things.
You've got this golden gift of time about to unfold before you. You've successfully negotiated a break from work and you're off into the...
Aug 6, 20194 min read


Sabbatical Pitch Pack
Terrified of asking your boss for a break? This sabbatical pitch pack will guide you in presenting a compelling and professional proposal...
Aug 5, 20191 min read


Sabbatical Cost Calculator
The ultimate planning tool for figuring out how much your dream sabbatical will cost. Hint: It's less than you think! Get planning today!...
Jun 3, 20191 min read


Months or minutes – how much time do you really need to recharge?
From sabbaticals to mindful minutes, there’s a smorgasbord of choices when you’re thinking about how to recharge. But how much time is...
Jun 3, 20193 min read


What is a sabbatical? (And why you should take one)
Ever wanted to just put life on pause for a few months to take a break, recharge and do something amazing? We’ve got a word for that....
Apr 1, 20194 min read


Deciding to take a sabbatical? Follow these 5 steps first.
The decision to take a sabbatical can be big and daunting. It can be difficult to get over the initial hurdles that stop you from...
Feb 11, 20195 min read


3 reasons to negotiate your sabbatical now
When business is booming, power is with the employee. There’s never been a better time to negotiate a sabbatical. We’re in a sabbatical...
Oct 19, 20183 min read


When excuses win, your sabbatical loses
Get your butt over the 'buts' so you can live your sabbatical dream I get it. You’re tired. Not the kind of tired when you didn’t get a...
Oct 5, 20183 min read


Sabbaticals that spark change
When you're looking for a recharging break and you stumble across so much more I’m a sabbatical addict and advocate. I’ve taken nine...
Oct 1, 20183 min read


My sabbatical life
I accidentally fell into a life of taking regular sabbaticals. When I look back, it's been the catalyst for every significant change in...
May 18, 20182 min read
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