Apparently, yes. One can retire many, many times in a lifetime—and this applies especially to Gen Zs. Termed as Micro Retirements, Gen Zs are known to take a short-term long break from work to pursue personal interests or rest from work burnout. It’s a growing trend that can help improve work-life balance and support better mental health—or can it?

This episode is hosted by Gina Yap Lai Yoong and Juwita Suwito, recorded at Studio 21:05, and brought to you by Joy Luck Penang.