Burned-out Gen Z and millennials are taking ‘mini retirements’ as a break from the demanding rat race: ‘I wanted to feel freedom again’
Burned-out Gen Z and millennials are redefining the concept of gap years by taking 'mini retirements' to escape the corporate grind. Many young adults, like Julia Fei, are prioritizing mental health and personal growth over traditional career paths. This trend reflects a broader shift in work-life balance priorities among younger generations.
- ▪Young adults are increasingly taking 'mini retirements' to escape the demands of corporate life.
- ▪Julia Fei, a 29-year-old former data scientist, quit her job to spend time with family and pursue personal projects.
- ▪Financial strategists suggest that with careful planning, anyone can afford to take a break from work.
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Travel exclusive Burned-out Gen Z and millennials are taking ‘mini retirements’ as a break from the demanding rat race: ‘I wanted to feel freedom again’ By Brooke Steinberg Published May 22, 2026, 11:14 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google They’re packing their bags and leaving hustle culture behind. “Gap years,” once taken solely by college grads who yearned for an intentional break between graduation and full-time work to figure out their lives, are being redefined by today’s burned-out Gen Z and millennials, who are desperately seeking an out from the corporate grind.
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