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IS IT THE RIGHT TIME FOR A BREAK? 


            A career break may be a deliberate choice or the result of some-


          break; some do it for the love of travel, for some it is their health, many   it is the perfect time for a spiritual search for their purpose. For me it was a combination. I have two gorgeous daughters who were growing  moments that would allow me to build memories with them. Chasing the corporate clock was not allowing me the time that we needed. Being a father, and one that was there for his girls, is important to me.  pressures till late at night and not being able to enjoy the simple plea- sures such as having a meal with my family in the evenings. I needed to take a pause, not just


for the sake of my family, but also for myself. I wanted to consider life       clarity of purpose. I thought of this many a time while driving up and      daily commute, and I just needed to stop! All that said, the decision to take a break was not easy. Would the        able to travel? Would we be able to go out with friends and maintain the same lifestyle? What about just buying things like the new gadgets that would come out? What about if I want to, and am ready to re- turn, would there be a role for me? Would I have missed out and the industry have moved on without me? What about, what about, what   on my gut. I have realized that there is never a perfect time to pack up your bags at work and not know when and if you are returning.     


INTERNATIONAL: By Rohit Maini


that I would love to share to keep you going through this time if you choose to take it: Allow yourself to detox:           take a holiday, and yes, that could work for some time, but then when you return and are looking for the routine that you were used to, what      that slow brain thinking that you may have forgotten.


Have a purpose:  your house, or study. It could be anything, but give your brain an an- chor, one that gives you pleasure and allows you to remain stimulated.


“I needed to take a pause, not just for the sake of my family, but also for myself. I wanted to consider life with a fresh  


Make time for the little things that you always wanted to do:      your aging parents,


doing the


school and sport runs for your kids, cooking dinner before your partner returns after a long day, pamper- ing yourself, planting a new herb      but remember the reason why you wanted a break and make sure you do it.


Search for alternatives:   options and gain other perspectives. Self-employment is a consider- ation that crosses many minds, as does changing industries and start- ing afresh. When you shut your eyes, think of a job that would give you true happiness, then pursue that with your open eyes.


 -        


     and I both know it worked wonders for him.  or wrong way of going about taking time out but there are a few tips


Stay connected: Contrary to the above point, if that dream job is the one that you left, then continue to stay informed and connected. It is always important   that keep your emotional need of maintaining those friendships going, they will be a valuable source of keeping you informed of industry movements and trends.


Have a budget: -  As for me, I am loving my break and the liberation that it has brought for me. FM


Rohit Maini is former assistant general manager of the Sydney Entertainment Cen- tre and former events and operations manager of the Qantas Credit Union Arena.


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