I didn't know this had a name. I highly recommend it, btw.
I usually do 1-2 years of intensive work, followed by 2-4 years of "chill".
If you manage to make those work years enjoyable (I haven't) you're pretty much on perpetual vacation.
I usually do 1-2 years of intensive work, followed by 2-4 years of "chill".
If you manage to make those work years enjoyable (I haven't) you're pretty much on perpetual vacation.
I would prefer a shorter period of intensive work, then no responsibilities at all, compared to some responsibilities always.
I have burned out in the past and it had to do with other factors; anxiety, low income, ...