I took a full year off from work when I was 29, just lived off savings and did whatever I felt like. I have things I regret in my life, but that is not one of them.
It really drove home the point that you can't let other people tell you what you are supposed to do with your life. You can just, you know, do things if you feel like it. Don't need anyone's permission.
I appreciate the reassurance. I'm just a little hesitant because I'm only 22 and feel like maybe it is a bit too soon for me to burn out. Still, like you said: I don't need anyone's permission.