I booked a solo photo shoot on my trip to Paris. I didn't know what to expect, but it turned out to be worth every cent.

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The writer wearing a long, billowy red dress in a corridor in France.
I've never been one to take pictures of myself, but I decided to step outside my comfort zone and book a solo photo shoot.

Rachel Calvo

Moving to Japan at 22 helped my depression. At 31, I don't know where I belong.

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Laura Pollacco's original plan was to teach in Japan for two years; plans change.

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I moved to Canada for love 10 years ago. It helped me realize which friends were worth keeping — and find new ones.

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The writer standing next to her husband near the water with the Toronto skyline in the background.
I met my now-husband on a dating app while I was temporarily living in Toronto.

Naima Karp

I moved from Europe to New York last year. I wish I'd known a few things before making the leap.

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The writer posing in front of the water with a New York City skyline in the background.
I moved to New York City last year, and with time, it's started to feel like home.

Laura Keys

I've lived abroad for 8 years, and now too many places feel like home

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Amanda Molenaar spent most of her 20s and 30s living abroad; now she finds it hard to answer where home is.

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My best friend and I went on vacation with my parents, who are in their 70s. I wish we hadn't waited so long to do it.

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I went on vacation with my parents, who are in their 70s, and my best friend. It's one of the best trips I've taken in a long time.

Lauren Breedlove

I thought traveling and living in a van by myself would be scary. Instead, it's restored my faith in humanity.

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I was scared to do van life solo, but a lot of positive interactions while on the road has given me faith in humanity.

Sydnee Chapman

I moved from the Boston area to upstate New York 11 years ago. My life has improved in many ways, but there are things I miss.

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Lindsey hikes in fall foliage while holding hiking poles over her head.
I moved from the Boston area to the Hudson Valley in New York.

Lindsey Danis

I live in the US, and my long-term partner is in Canada. We're in no rush to move to the same place.

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The writer and her partner standing on a balcony overlooking greenery and clouds.
My partner and I plan to live together eventually, but we're not in a hurry.

Catherine Collins

I've lived in LA, Philadelphia, and Seattle. In every city, my closest friendships have been with women my mom's age.

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Although I'm in my 30s, most of my closest friends are over 50. They've helped me build community and navigate different life stages.

Cheyenne Elwell

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