Will you write a bit about it? I find this sort of move really interesting. I'd be curious to see what you've learned by the end of that sabbatical.

Depending on how long you're planning on sabbatical-ing, you might consider applying to the Recurse Center [1]. It's basically a (free) 6- or 12-week self-directed learning program that you do with others.

I had done a half batch last year and really enjoyed the experience.

[1] https://recurse.com

I am in a similar stage.

In brief:

25 years of experience including FAANG. Recently got divorced (complex litigations, fought hard, very satisfied with the outcome).

Now rethinking myself. Want to do something useful for humankind in the rest of my life. Having big ideas for the future. Trying some research-focussed 'side' projects. Considering writing a book. Learning new things. So on.

This sounds very cool! Do you have any travel planned? A move within country to more of a "reset" locale? :)

I like the concept of "refactoring" one's life.