Lots of people say they’d like to take a break from work. But precious few do. This site is for the doers and the dreamers. And anyone who’s caught in the work/life jungle and ready to hack a different path.

What’s the Big Idea?

Hi. I’m Kirk Horsted. Welcome to BreakAway–an amalgamation of opinions & ponderings on the provocative topic of Sabbaticals and Career Breaks. I emphatically believe that real people (like you!) can and should take these restorative breaks–and I’ve done a bunch of them myself to test the theory. Click What’s the Big Idea to read moreR

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FOTOFRIDAY: How Do You Like Your Steak?

Posted on: Friday, December 19th, 2025

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SoulTrain

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Marilyn Maye may be 97, but still mesmerizes crowds nationwide (and me, holding her hand) with her delightful songs, stories, and stage presence. (Photo date: 12-5-25) BreakAway traditionally preaches about…

Relax Now Not Later, Please!?!?!

Dude needs to learn to chill out someday… Pardon us for being late to rave, er, reflect on International Relaxation Day. IRD (that’s right) happened last Friday, August 15. I…

Sabbatical Shuffle

Music Works Magic on Alzheimer’s

Marilyn Maye may be 97, but still mesmerizes crowds nationwide (and me, holding her hand) with her delightful songs, stories, and stage presence. (Photo date: 12-5-25) BreakAway traditionally preaches…

Relax Now Not Later, Please!?!?!

Dude needs to learn to chill out someday… Pardon us for being late to rave, er, reflect on International Relaxation Day. IRD (that’s right) happened last Friday, August 15.…