After 13 years abroad, I thought returning to the US would mean I 'failed.' It turned out to be the best choice for me.

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The writer exploring her new home in the Pacific Northwest.
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Laura Bronner

I quit medical school to travel full-time in an RV. Things aren't always easy, but I don't regret my decision.

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Alexandra holds a cup of coffee while sitting on the steps of an RV.
I left medical school to live in an RV and travel full-time.

Alexandra Lauren

My dad died at 56 and never made it to retirement. The 3 lessons he taught me changed my own plans and perspective.

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Author Callum Macauley-Murdoch and his dad
I've learned a lot from my dad's life and death, especially when I think of his retirement plans and how he never got to see them through.

Callum Macauley-Murdoch

My move from the US to Paris has come with a lot of benefits, but finding love has felt impossible

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Woman smiling in middle of walkway in Paris
Dating and finding love in another country has been challenging — so much so that I'm considering moving back home.

Naydeline Mejia

I took my first solo trip to Iceland. It didn't transform me, but it did wonders for my anxiety levels and confidence.

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Woman smiling in selfie
I built my confidence and worked on my anxiety while traveling alone on my first solo trip.

Lily Voss

I moved from New York to France for my wife's career. Her life has changed, but I'm surprised how little mine has.

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The writer and his wife posing outside in Versailles, France.
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Pablo Andreu

I went on my first solo trip to celebrate turning 29. Being alone on my birthday felt scary, but it was so worth it.

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The writer lounging in front of the pool on a solo trip in Cancún.
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Sukhman Rekhi

I moved to Italy without ever visiting. Here's how I chose a home city — and why I don't regret my unconventional approach.

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Author Katie Carson smiling with dog in Italy
It's unconventional to move to a place without ever visiting it, but I'm glad I took a chance on myself and moved to Florence.

Katie Carson

I moved from the US to Brazil after losing my job. Despite the intense culture shock, I couldn't be happier with my decision.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
Isaiah stands at the entrance arches of Parque Lage in Rio de Janeiro.
I moved from the US to Brazil and have experienced some culture shocks along the way.

Isaiah Reynolds

I left California for my dream career in New York. I felt burned out and dissatisfied — so I took success into my own hands.

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The author posing in New York City.
I moved to New York City for my dream job, but after dealing with burn out, I had to redefine success.

Ruby Ford-Dunker

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