New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- Is a career break worth risking a high-paying job in the current tech market?

Grappling with this exact dilemma, a 28-year-old Bengaluru-based Product Manager (PM) took to social media to weigh the pros and cons of walking away from a Rs.35 lakh per annum (LPA) salary to combat severe professional burnout.

Despite a lucrative salary and about six years of experience, the professional shared that he felt overwhelmed by the daily grind.

Seeking advice on Reddit, he wrote, "I'm considering taking a 3-6 month break because I've been feeling burned out and want to focus on my health, spend time with my wife, travel, and think about what I want from the next phase of my work life."

Financially, he said he was exceptio...