I left Nashville for a Maryland suburb. Eleven years later, I've finally made peace with the trade-off.

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The author left Nashville 11 years ago.

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I love traveling solo. It's easier to meet new people and go on spontaneous adventures without my partner.

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Though the author is not single, she prefers traveling solo.

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I thought I was working towards something I wanted, then I realized I was living someone else's life

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Erin Coupe's "I Can Fit That In: How Rituals (Not Routines) Transform Your Life" is out November 5th.

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I'm 41 and single by choice. I've had to create a wider support network than most, but I also have deeper friendships.

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The author, who is single by choice, said that being on her own has encouraged her to turn to a wider network for support and companionship, leading to deeper friendships.

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I'm in my 40s and on my third career change. I got rejected from 83 jobs last month but I'm not losing hope.

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I just turned 40 and started reflecting on my career. Here are 5 things I wish I knew when I was starting out.

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The author has some career advice for her younger self.

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I tore my Achilles tendon playing pickleball. I slid into a famous actor's DMs for advice.

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The author tore his Achilles tendon playing pickelball

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To cut spending, I switched from satellite TV to an antenna. I save $200 a month and still get to watch everything I want.

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TVs are expensive year-round, so a good Presidents Day sale makes buying one a little easier.

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I'm a Marine who has traveled the world. It's one of the most challenging parts of the job, but also the most rewarding.

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Reinforced

I'm 68 and starting a new career as a stand-up comedian. I'm spending my retirement years in dingy bars telling jokes.

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