• A successful work sabbatical depends on pre-planning. Pick start and end dates and put them into your calendar. 
• Get your financial situation in order. Saving early is the best way to ensure financial stress doesn't interfere with your time off.
  

Instead of complaining that you are burned out, talk to your boss about a sabbatical and explain what you are planning. Make sure you give an adequate amount of notice to all who will be affected.

One reason is that we take on more work than we can handle. We are too busy.

The concept of the sabbatical has its roots in the Hebrew Bible. Every seven years, a sabbath year (rest) was commanded to give the land rest from agricultural activity.  

Sabbaticals are all about rejuvenating and exploring topics you’re deeply passionate about.