>I actually worry about not having enough vacation, because experiencing other people's cultures and mindsets are the most important things to me. What else would I really need?
Ah yes, the infamous two weeks where for a huge GHG release, we can experience other cultures and come back home changed.
I'm actually from Poland where I've negotiated at least 6 weeks of paid vacation. When combined with some national holidays I usually end up with 2 months a year of paid vacations. Not counting weekends.
I know my priorities and I've optimized my work/life balance for them.
Ah yes, the infamous two weeks where for a huge GHG release, we can experience other cultures and come back home changed.