During her career break, she started surfing and almost burned out doing the hobby she enjoyed. I think I was burned out for the entire six-year period I worked in investment banking and private equity. I quit my job, thinking I'd just need a few months to recover; I was so wrong. About six months into my career break, I took up a freelance opportunity and immediately felt burned out again. Do you have a story to share about burnout or taking a career break?