I moved from the US to the world's most livable city. After nearly 2 years of disappointment, I couldn't wait to leave.

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A row of houses and boats in Nyhavn, Copenhagen.
I moved from the US to the world's most livable city, Copenhagen, and didn't like it.

Paige Madison

My partner and I have been together for nearly a decade, but we still live apart. It's been great for our relationship.

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The writer and her partner in London, standing in front of many boats outside.
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Maya Kokerov

I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes 2 years ago. It's completely changed the way I travel, but I haven't let it stop me.

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The author taking a selfie at the summit of Balsam Lake Mountain.
I won't let type 1 diabetes stop me from doing what I love.

Jenna Scherer

After a breakup, I traveled for a year to learn how to be alone again. It led me to move to a country I'd never imagined calling home.

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Claire Drinkwater is swinging on a hammock in Belgium.
After her travels came to an end, Claire Drinkwater decided to settle down somewhere new.

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I rang in 2025 on a solo trip. Now, I'd happily celebrate every New Year's Eve abroad and surrounded by strangers.

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The writer posing on a ledge in Portugal, overlooking houses.
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Chelsia Durkee

My mom has built an incredible life for herself in her 60s. I still learn valuable life lessons during our weekly visits.

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Author Alexa Mellardo smiling with her mom
My mom gives great advice and always reminds me to cherish the small moments in life.

Alexa Mellardo

I'm an empty nester and spent 6 months on my own in 3 countries. It helped me figure out what I wanted next.

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Jennifer McGuire in a scarf and winter coat, drinking a glass of wine in Rome.
After becoming an empty nester, Jennifer McGuire spent six months traveling around Europe.

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My tween kept asking to chat with her friends online. Now, in Australia, I can just say, 'it's against the law.'

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Australian dad on a boat.
Leon Spencer, an Australian dad, is glad that the Australian government's new ban will help him keep his kids off social media.

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We skipped our annual Christmas celebrations with extended family and went on vacation instead — just the 4 of us

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Author Margie Pumpa and husband smiling with colorful cups in caravan
I'm fortunate to come from a close family that values large Christmas gatherings; however, our travel plans meant last year's festivities looked a little different.

Margie Pumpa

I spent 9 months traveling the world. I had a great time, but I'd never do it again.

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Dasha looks back at the camera while sitting at the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland.
I spent nine months traveling the world in 2021.

Dasha Kofman

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