Respite (noun)

A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.

Origin:

From the latin respitum, past participle of respire meaning "to breathe again" or "to take a break". the word first appeared in english in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The weekend was a respite from the daily grind of work.
2. The vacation was a respite from the cold weather and long days.
3. The rain provided a respite from the heat wave.
4. The short break provided a respite from the stress of the job.
5. The change of scenery provided a respite from the monotony of the everyday.