"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."
"But after almost seven years of traveling full-time, I decided I was ready for something different. The nomadic lifestyle caught up to me Aside from an extended stint in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic, I didn't have a stable base for more than three months at a time. My travels brought once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and I met incredible people along the way. However, over time, the cracks in the lifestyle began to show."
I became a full-time digital nomad in 2019, working remotely as a freelance journalist and copywriter and traveling widely. I sought unfamiliar places, spontaneity, and new experiences, from short weekend trips to extended stays across Europe and beyond. The years on the road brought thrilling adventures—surfing in Sri Lanka, climbing volcanoes in Guatemala, skiing in Colorado—and meaningful encounters. After nearly seven years without a stable base, loneliness and difficulty maintaining relationships grew more apparent despite glamorous settings. An extended UK stint during COVID-19 provided some stability, and I ultimately chose to settle into a home base to slow down and build routines.
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