How To Figure Out Where To Live and Tips...

Ep 252: In this episode, Allison and Ceara discuss the essential steps to take when considering a move, emphasizing the importance of identifying personal preferences and lifestyle goals. We frequently get asked questions about where to move and how to find the courage to try  a new place, so we decided to dedicate an entire episode to the topic. 

In the catch up segment, Ceara shares about the second half of her Costa Rica work trip. She embraced all the ocean activities like shell hunting, tidepooling, and snorkeling. Allison is 37+ weeks pregnant so she’s in the final preparation stage and is so eager to meet the baby. Her and Clay are leaning into baby moon activities like attending a concert in Amsterdam of one of their favorite artists and going on a road-trip to Gouda for the famous cheese market. 

TAKEAWAYS:

• The first step in moving is to identify your current core values.
• Visit places in the eyes of a local before you move there.
• There will never be a perfect time to move so don’t wait to take the leap.
• Start decluttering and getting rid of things at least 1-2 months early.
• Ensure you’re not running away but instead seeking opportunities.
• Prepare a substantial financial safety net as there will be unexpected costs. 
• It will take time emotionally to adjust to a new place so give it time.
• Try to integrate into the local community as soon as you can.
• It’s okay to feel homesick and miss the comforts of home. 
• Moving to a new place can be both really hard and rewarding.

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Episode # 93 - Moving To A New City: Making Friends, Choosing Where to Live, and More

Episode # 165 - Making Friends in a New City + Social Wellness with Lindsay Hornecker 

Episode # 173 - Lessons Learned Living Abroad for 10 Years: Visas, Language Barriers and Letting Go with Faith Mabry

Episode # 180 - WWYBD?! Moving, Relationship Uncertainty and Protecting Your Peace

Episode # 181 - How To Network, Be A Good Communicator and Leverage Social Media

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