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Dr Gemma Simmonds on sabbaticals: Nobody gets served well by burnt out people

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When was the last time you gave yourself permission to truly switch off?

Dr Gemma Simmonds, sister of the Congregation of Jesus, joined Michael Fanstone to explore the what, when, why, and how of taking a sabbatical - and why it’s anything but a sign of weakness.

Released on 14 Nov 2025

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