A woman looking up at trees in Xi'an, China.
This feeling of monotony and overwork has inspired unsatisfied workers to push back, one expert said.
  • Young professionals in China are sharing their "naked resignations" on social media.
  • The term refers to quitting your job without having another one lined up.
  • Younger people in China appear to be more open to taking time out of their careers to travel.

Gap years haven't traditionally been the norm in China.

Taking a year off work to travel and explore new passions isn't necessarily associated with a fast climb up the career ladder or the pay scale.