"I've always loved change. I thrive in unfamiliar environments and get a kick out of last-minute plans and spontaneous adventures. So, it's hardly surprising I became an almost-accidental "digital nomad" - a term I've always found incredibly cringe-inducing, for the record. By "accidental," I mean it happened gradually. From weekend trips from London to Marrakech and Marseille, to a month in Barcelona, and six weeks exploring Europe by train, the more I traveled, the more I wanted to see."
"So, I decided to pursue a life that would allow me to hop from place to place, working remotely as a freelance journalist and copywriter. And in 2019, I hit the road full-time. Like others tagging #todaysoffice on social media, I spent the following years surfing badly in Sri Lanka, climbing volcanoes in Guatemala, skiing in Colorado, and so much more. But after almost seven years of traveling full-time, I decided I was ready for something different."
The narrator became a full-time digital nomad in 2019, working remotely while traveling widely. Years of travel included surfing in Sri Lanka, climbing volcanoes in Guatemala, and skiing in Colorado. The lifestyle brought once-in-a-lifetime experiences and meeting remarkable people. However, instability strained relationships and caused loneliness despite glamorous settings. Constant movement prevented staying in one place for more than three months. After almost seven years, the narrator chose to find a home base to slow down, create routines, and enjoy a more stable daily life. The nomad label felt cringe-inducing and the transition to nomadism happened gradually through incremental trips.
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