Absolutely. You are right. There is a time for this and there is a time for that... After 21 years teaching, I want to think that this time (weeks, months, who knows) will be well invested. I am enjoying this and it is providing me with motivation and perspective.
There are lots of great people here who generously contribute their time, talent, and life experience to helping others. That is priceless.
There is gain, even in the pain :)