Last October, I wrote about choosing to quit my job instead of wasting my time as a quiet quitter. Eventually, I left the firm in December because my ex-manager offered me a 2-month contract role as a Fractional MarTech Lead where I continue to manage my team and work on CRM & MarTech strategies for 2.5 days each week. It was a good gig that allowed me to gradually transition into my career break. Embarking on a career break often conjures images of relaxation and self-discovery, with a YOLO travel adventure. What it doesn’t immediately suggest is a financial revelation. However, that’s exactly what I encountered. To my surprise, taking a break from my career led to a significant decrease in my expenses, from a monthly average of $3,968.10 in 2023 to just $1,914.47 in January 2024. This unforeseen financial benefit prompted me to reassess not just my career, but my entire approach towards how I live and personal finance....