Great article but I've noticed that going to Taiwan or <insert third world country> seems to be cliche for wealthy Americans exiting work. However, I don't see anyone discussing the extreme poverty and suffering that the majority endure in these countries. It seems an inconvenient truth and ironic that Americans are "finding themselves" in places of such misery for local people. Perhaps its a simple matter of realizing what they have instead of lusting for more.
Working in academia for a long time, sabbatical were a normal feature of work for me. At some universities they are very planned and structured. Then it isn't much about taking a break and searching, but about finally completing some bigger projects.
Great article and examples. I want to take a sabbatical for long time. Hopefully soon!
Great article but I've noticed that going to Taiwan or <insert third world country> seems to be cliche for wealthy Americans exiting work. However, I don't see anyone discussing the extreme poverty and suffering that the majority endure in these countries. It seems an inconvenient truth and ironic that Americans are "finding themselves" in places of such misery for local people. Perhaps its a simple matter of realizing what they have instead of lusting for more.
i can assure you that taiwan is not a third-world country, nor are the majority of people suffering.
Wonderful post!
Working in academia for a long time, sabbatical were a normal feature of work for me. At some universities they are very planned and structured. Then it isn't much about taking a break and searching, but about finally completing some bigger projects.