In an effort to get off my phone and deal with burnout, I found the perfect low-pressure social activity to do after work

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I realized that attending reading parties is the perfect low-pressure social activity for me after a long day of working.

Jordan Mautner

I never planned to leave New York City, but moving back to my Florida hometown helped me pursue my dream career

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Florida has been great for our growing family, and living here has also given me the flexibility and opportunity to pursue my dream job in publishing.

Lauren Khan

Moving to DC was the right call for my career, but I missed New York. I found a way to get the best of both worlds.

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Leaving New York made me appreciate the city's energy and public transit.

Anika Nayak

I moved from California to Minneapolis for work. I didn't know what to expect, but now, I don't think I'll ever leave.

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I moved to Minneapolis for work and fell in love with the vibrant city.

Dana chiueh

My husband and I haven't taken a child-free vacation in years. We've still found ways to keep our trips romantic.

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Child-free vacations aren't much of an option for us. Traveling as a family has reshaped how we think about romance.

Kerri King

My wife didn't want to travel where I did, so I went on a trip without her. It worked out surprisingly well for both of us.

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I'd always wanted to visit Cleveland. My wife didn't, so I went without her.

Ash Jurberg

I moved to Japan to keep a promise to my wife. I ended up starting a new career at 50.

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At 50, David Ellis moved to Japan and built a new career promoting hidden destinations near Mount Fuji.

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I left my full-time job in the US and moved to Mexico. At first, I felt like I'd made a huge mistake.

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Retiring abroad early to Mexico wasn't easy at first, and it took me years to redefine success and build a life I truly feel fulfilled by.

Ivy Ge

I live in a 97-square-foot micro-apartment in Paris. It was supposed to be temporary, but I realized I love tiny living.

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The writer's micro-apartment, including a twin bed, kitchen space, and overhead storage.
I live in what's called a chambre de bonne, or maid's room, in Parisian real estate.

Nydeline Mejia

My husband and I moved in with my 70-year-old mom. It's been surprisingly great for all of us.

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My mom, husband, and I agreed on an arrangement: She'd buy a house for all of us to live in together, and we'd help maintain it and cover most of the other bills.

Tonya Prater

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