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Life Breaks: Making Space for What Matters Most
I often find myself struggling with the limitations of terms like career break  or sabbatical . Both are useful, but they come with...
Sep 246 min read


Making the most of Boundless Life
What happens when you take your family, set yourselves up in a new country, and live alongside thirty other adventurous families? That’s Boundless Life. These my hard‑won lessons and best tips for families who want to squeeze all the juice out of the Boundless Life experience.
Aug 276 min read


The Yin and Yang of a Sabbatical
The Eastern Taoist Philosophy of Yin and Yang can teach us about the harmony of balancing energy throughout a sabbatical.
Aug 14 min read


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
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