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I love this so much! Feeling so inspired after reading this. I finished a burnout recovery sabbatical and finding my footing into exploring joys.

I absolutely love this rewards system and would love to participate & see if you need any help 😁

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SO amazing to hear, Carrie! 😊 Not so much your burnout, but great to see you on the other end.

Yes, hopefully I'll release a beta soon, would love you to test and try it out!

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How does your 12 month plan look exactly like my plan lol, including the one month health throwaway month after a month of travel? (I fell and injured some ribs and ankle). I'm a different generation than you and my sabbatical is just turning into early retirement, but I am so enjoying your project management view of your sabbatical (as someone also taking a break (breaking up) with tech).

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😂 glad to know I am not alone! Although I think your month of rest feels a bit more deserved than mine - a rib and ankle injury is no joke! Hopefully my next sabbatical will turn into early retirement too.

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This is so great! Would love to try the rewards system with you.

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I’m a big fan of it! Let me know how it goes

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Oct 5, 2023Liked by Jenny Chu

"Libraries serve as my haven for deep focus — a space where the collective determination of university students, high schoolers, the elderly, and even young children all striving towards a goal is incredibly motivating."

This is so true, I've never thought about it before. Awesome insight.

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That’s what happens when you’re bored! Making meaning / reflecting on a little bit of everything

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Oct 5, 2023Liked by Jenny Chu

I’m inspired by your goal, points and reward system! That’s such a great idea 💡 As always, love the introspection of each post

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Thanks Lily! 😊

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Great blog Jenny! Love the drawings and your goal system.

I personally LOVE being bored. I consider it a good week when I’m bored at least 2 hours during the week. I love the space it gives me from the hustle and consider it a much needed “brain break.”

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Thanks Mary! 😊 Is there anything you to do to increase the chances of being bored? Now that I’m thinking about full time work again next year, I’d love to protect some of my boredom time

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