Comments on: How to Take a Gap Year or Sabbatical

By: Trisha Velarmino

Trisha Velarmino — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 18:14:18 +0000

Great recommendations! I did a gap year when I was 19, and now I am 35 and still traveling. My parents always said I am on an eternal gap year!

By: Sharyn McCullum

Sharyn McCullum — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:09:03 +0000

In reply to Melanie. There are many positives to taking a gap year. I'm glad you've been able to take one because they are beneficial.

By: Shreya

Shreya — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 19:56:02 +0000

I love this post! So many people I know are considering an adult gap year but most are too afraid to do it. I also decided to take an adult gap year which has somehow turned into 3 years and still going. You never know what can come out of it!

By: Josy A

Josy A — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 03:21:33 +0000

I did this back when I was 19, and honestly it really changed the whole course of my life. I think it is never too late in life to take a gap year. You may end up with a slightly lower wage, but I feel like even with that you *feel* more rich from all the fun experiences.

By: rowan_flora

rowan_flora — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 01:25:33 +0000

I took a sabbatical and it was the best decision ever. Did not harm my career at all.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 22:31:55 +0000

Gap years are often suggested for younger people, but they can also be a great idea for mid-career adults. I’ve recently taken a sabbatical year and I have plans to take more in later years. This is a great overview, and I hope it inspires more people!