India, Feb. 25 -- For decades, the traditional career path followed a straightforward trajectory-work tirelessly for decades, save for the future, and retire in old age. But a growing number of people, particularly Gen Z and millennials, are rejecting this model in favour of micro-retirements-planned career breaks taken every few years to focus on personal fulfilment.

The concept isn't entirely new. It was first popularised in 2007 by Timothy Ferriss in his book The 4-Hour Workweek. However, it has recently resurfaced, thanks to social media, where users are showcasing extended sabbaticals spent travelling, pursuing hobbies, or simply taking a break from work stress.

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