See the Sabbatical Sisters on TV!

REBOOT YOUR LIFE and the Sabbatical Sisters to be featured on television! You can see a special interview with Rita Foley and Jaye Smith on WPIX, New York Local Channel 11 next Thursday, September 24th at 5:55 and 7:15 AM as they discuss how Reboot Retreats help those...

The Surprise Effect of the First 30 Days

You might think that the first day of a sabbatical would be the happiest of one’s life. No work, no worries, and a whole bunch of free time. What could be better? But don’t be surprised if you don’t feel well in the early days of your break. Though some people sail...

Cathy’s Story

I badly needed time off in 2006. I had not taken more than a week and a half off at a time in over 20 years. I took my first “minisabbatical” by scheduling a month of vacation time, using some carryover days, and renting a house in Umbria, Italy. I was CEO of a...

Mini-Sabbaticals

We heard from many people, “I just can’t take a sabbatical right now, but I wish I could or I really need to.” The reasons might include financial concerns, their job, their family, illness, or some other near term priority or obligation. So we talked to a number of...

Partner Sabbaticals

Check out this Article from The Wall Street Journal Online regarding a resurgence of support in law firms for “Partner Sabbaticals”. Author Ashby Jones calls these sabbaticals – where partners take a year off at a reduced pay after a number of years of practice – “an...

Sag Harbor Retreat

“I feel inspired and renewed as well as validated in my intentions.  Coming to the retreat opened up a world of possibilities.  We were all encouraged to reflect on what’s important and seek a more meaningful lifestyle.  The tools and stories were very helpful.  It...