The following was written when I first moved to New York City, 3 years ago:
Moving to a new city is never easy. It’s a right of passage to be at a low point in your life the first few months you’re living in a new city. New living space, new location, new job, new everything. I’ve been living in the big apple for eight months now and it has been one of the best things I have ever done for myself. Cities are always full of endless love and opportunities for those who want it.
Making friends as an adult in a city full if people in their own worlds isn’t easy. Luckily, i’ve met some amazing people within the past few months. I know some will be temporary friends and others are friends who will be by my side for the rest of our years on this big rock spiraling through space. Regardless, I appreciate every single person who has welcomed me here with open arms, excited to show me the places they’ve grown up in.
If you’ve been looking for a reason to move out of your hometown, this is it. The only person holding you back from doing what’s best for you is you. Life is short. Some would say it’s too short. Spend the limited time you have doing things you love with people you love. Do things for yourself. You get one life to make yourself happy and in the end of the day all you really have is you.
