#532: Take a Break

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Jun 26, 2025

Taking a real break is crucial for gaining perspective and clarity in life. Learn why intentional time away is essential, especially during midlife. Discover the powerful difference between planned breaks and emergency escapes. Hear practical tips for preparing emotionally and financially for at least three months off. Uncover how stepping back can transform your relationships and help redefine your future goals. It's time to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters in your journey.

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ADVICE

Plan a Midlife Break

Plan a midlife break of at least three months away from work or obligations.
Prepare financially, emotionally, and practically to enable complete detachment.

INSIGHT

Breaks From Abundance Not Crisis

Taking a break from a place of abundance, not crisis, gives clarity.
Emergency escapes don’t provide the same perspective as pre-planned breaks.

ANECDOTE

Brooke’s Personal Break Story

Brooke took a three-year plan to prepare her midlife break after achieving her goals and turning 50.
She wanted more time with her kids and space to reconsider her life.

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