“I always wonder why birds choose to stay in the same place when they can fly anywhere on the earth, then I ask myself the same question.”
Do the bartender, deli, and barista all know your orders for every drink and meal you have? Have you exhausted every tourist attraction in your city? Do you feel that you can no longer grow at your current place of work? Do you think that there is more out there for you than your city can provide for you?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, it might be time to take the leap to a new city. Here are the best times for you to consider packing your bags and moving to a different city!
Just Graduated
For the majority of recently-graduated millennials, once you are fresh out of college, you have the least amount of responsibilities. Typically you have no kids, no husband or wife, no stable career (yet), and no permanent living situation. All of these variables mean that there isn’t much tying you down to the current city you are in, so it is the perfect opportunity to start your freshman year of adulthood anywhere else.
Never Lived in Another City Before
Life is all about growth, new experiences, and widening your perspective. How is it possible to experience new cultures, ideas, or people if you’ve been surrounded by the same scenery for your whole life? Remember- you are not a tree. You are not rooted in your home(city). Pack your bags and experience a new adventure!
No Longer Growing In Your Workplace
Staying in the same place for a long time can stunt your career growth. After a while, you can hit the ceiling in your workspace, without room to grow in your career. Outgrowing your current job is a great indicator that it could be time to look for bigger and better opportunities elsewhere.
Ready for A Career Change
Over time, passions change. Whether you want to pursue a different career path or have built up the courage to go after your dream career, a new location could be the perfect start to your life’s new direction
Ready to Be Completely Independent
When you live in the same place or area that you have grown up in, you have all of the conveniences that come with being at home. A strong network of friends and family, knowledge of the best places to eat/drink/explore around, and if you live at home with your parents- free room, board, food, and laundry! If you are ready to leave these comforts, then it would be a good time to pack up and ship out.
Experienced All Your City Has to Offer
There are ample activities in every city for every type of adventurer out there. But, if you’ve explored every nook and cranny of your city and you’ve become bored with the same old thing and have been there, done that on every suggestion a friend brings up, it is time to start looking for your new home!
