> a shitty, soul-draining job OP never described his job in that way, just that they felt burnt out. Furthermore, OP is not talking about quitting and looking

> a shitty, soul-draining job OP never described his job in that way, just that they felt burnt out. Furthermore, OP is not talking about quitting and looking for a new job, they want to to take time off, which is a different question. If OP is in an abusive situation or is in physical danger I would agree they should quit. Otherwise I think evaluating options to make the current situation work or looking for a new position while continuing to work would be better options.