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Discussion on: Is it wildly irresponsible to quit and take a few months off?

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BazzaBazaa

I think ultimately it's your own decision, and it looks like you have already kind of made your mind up about what you want to do. There will always be fears of what might happen in the future. It sounds like you are in a real hard situation though at the moment. Yes, the downside might be that you have to retrain after you come back. I have upped sticks many times in my life and had many different careers.

I have been through some pretty rough jobs and I am glad to say I have always had the sense to get out before it became unbearable. Your main responsibility is to yourself and your health and happiness.

If you are worried about leaving people in trouble, make a smooth move. It would be irresponsible if you just left in the middle of a project without telling anyone and tidying up your work or leaving it in a good state for the person replacing you.

I traveled around Asia for 4 years, trying to work out what I wanted in life, it was a little tough getting back into the swing of life in Europe, but I have done it and feel much better for it.

Just my 2cents. Good Luck and take some rest.