We loved living off the grid in rural New Mexico. After 2 years and a kid, we gave it all up and moved back to a city.

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Jayme Serbell

I spent my 45th birthday traveling alone on the other side of the world. I'm not sure I'd recommend it.

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My trip to Singapore helped me realize solo travel isn't always as wonderful as it seems.

Stacey Lastoe

I moved to California for my husband's job. We split 6 months later, but following him was the best choice I ever made.

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I moved across the country for my husband. We split a few months later, but moving from NYC to California helped me build the life of my dreams.

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I'm a British mom in the US who only connected with other Brits. Now, in my 50s, my closest friends are American.

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Madeleine Collins grew up in London but has been raising her two daughters in San Diego.

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I moved back into my childhood home at age 40 with my husband and 3 kids. It's been surprisingly nice.

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My family has been living in the house I grew up in for the past few weeks, and it's been going surprisingly well.

Melissa Noble

I opened a boutique under a senior living community. I worried it would be a disaster, but I've made surprising friends.

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Crystal Manke

I've lived in the UAE for 17 years. I ran to the basement as missiles flew overhead — and I still feel safe.

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Rebecca Anne Proctor has been living in the UAE for 17 years; things are scary but she still feels safe.

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For months, I felt constantly bored and glued to my phone. Then, I started saying yes to everything.

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Once I forced myself to say yes to plans and new experiences, I began to enjoy life more and learn about myself.

Alicia Simba

I got the 'perfect job' in my field after graduating. Two years later, I left it all behind and moved to Tokyo.

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Alessa Hickman

I work out with my 87-year-old mother. Training with her has made me rethink the way I want to age.

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My mom and I have a 24-year age gap between us, but we still enjoy training together.

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