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Wait, so you were being bullied at a new job, and even though it wasn't handled the best way, the issues were resolved? And the response to this is that you should take a career break rather than talk to the management/offenders, or even take another job somewhere else? More context or details would be really helpful in giving you the right kind of advice.

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I'm trying to keep details light in order to stay anonymous. The take away is that I want to leave and sooner rather than later.

I've already talked with management and the offending behavior has been flagged as "not ok", but I was the one punished. The offenders are on the list to be promoted. Thus, I'm leaving.

The career break isn't necessarily related to the workplace issues, but the drama has burnt me out. Taking 6mo-1yr to recharge and work on random stuff would be great mentally.

Since you're already set on leaving, you could maybe even compromise: leave the job now, then look for new jobs at a casual pace while you take things easy and recharge. That way, you're not missing opportunities at places that appeal to you and that will treat you better. Plus, ~6 months from now is pretty close to the end of the year, which will affect the number of new job opportunities that come up. Most companies don't hire around the end of the year.

Future employers will question a 6-12 month long gap and may read things the wrong way if they see it next to a short time at your most recent job. Granted, that's not to say that it would be a dealbreaker for a future employer, but it will be something that comes up.

Whatever the case, it sounds like the decision you make will be the right one. Good luck in your endeavors.

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