We left the US and moved to Spain almost a year ago. My young kids handled it better than I ever could've imagined.

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My family relocated from the US to Spain in 2025.

Rebecca Cretella

I always dreamed of living in Paris. Once I actually moved to France, I realized another city was a way better fit.

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I'm so glad I moved to Lyon, France, instead of Paris.

Audrey Bruno

Living in Germany for a year taught me that asking for help is a skill — and learning how to do it has really paid off

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I (not pictured) learned a valuable lesson about asking for help while studying abroad in Germany.

Old Town

I'm in my 30s, living with my family instead of my partner of nearly a decade. The tough choice has paid off.

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To save money, I chose to live with my family instead of my long-term partner.

Lily Voss

I've taken my dad on a handful of father-daughter trips. This tradition has helped me get to know him in a new way.

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I've been taking my dad on father-daughter trips for eight years.

Nicoletta Richardson

I started keeping a list of activities to get myself off my phone. My days are more satisfying, and my screen time is down.

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I have found that starting an activity list made me happier and got me off my phone more often.

David Rockower

I live with my partner, but book a hotel room for just myself several times a year. It's one of my favorite traditions.

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Spending a few nights at a nearby hotel always helps me catch up on sleep and take care of myself.

Mary Christine Kane

After decades of swearing by workout classes, I switched to weightlifting. I never expected to be so impressed by the results.

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After doing workout classes for decades, I decided to switch to a strength-training program.

Alexandra Frost

I took a break from being the 'planner friend.' Stepping back helped me learn which friendships I should prioritize.

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Sukhman Rekhi

I was nervous about moving to a 'soulless' commuter city for my job. I'm surprised by how much I love it here.

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Anya Diggines

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