Because you can go part time

Work isn’t all or nothing.

If you’re not ready to quit work entirely, try going part time.

Going from 5 days a week to 4 days a week might give you a chance to catch your breath.

Going from 4 days a week to 3 days a week might give you more time to spend on your side project.

Going from 3 days a week to 2 days a week might give you such a taste of freedom that you’ll never turn back.