#lifestyle-change

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#relocation
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
Travel

I left Los Angeles, closed my business, and moved to Albania. I pay under $500 a month in rent and have never been happier.

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
San Francisco

I moved my family from Oklahoma to Puerto Rico. The high prices and power outages aren't ideal, but our lives are richer here.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Travel

In our 50s, we moved to a remote Pacific island. We know we'll need better healthcare someday, but for now, it's paradise.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

I moved with my fiance from DC to Arkansas to save money. It was actually more expensive there, and 5 months later, we broke up.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Portland food

We moved from Los Angeles to rural Oregon to save money. It's been great, but small-town life has its downsides.

fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
Travel

I left Los Angeles, closed my business, and moved to Albania. I pay under $500 a month in rent and have never been happier.

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
San Francisco

I moved my family from Oklahoma to Puerto Rico. The high prices and power outages aren't ideal, but our lives are richer here.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Travel

In our 50s, we moved to a remote Pacific island. We know we'll need better healthcare someday, but for now, it's paradise.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

I moved with my fiance from DC to Arkansas to save money. It was actually more expensive there, and 5 months later, we broke up.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Portland food

We moved from Los Angeles to rural Oregon to save money. It's been great, but small-town life has its downsides.

fromOver the Monster
5 days ago

OTM Open Thread 8/8: It always goes down smooth

Adapting to a baseball schedule changes the experience as preferences evolve over time.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
5 days ago

Take the Year Off: Fat Tire's $100K Dream Fund Is Calling All Risk Takers | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Fat Tire has launched a contest offering $100,000 for one bold dreamer to take a year off and pursue their passion project, encouraging individuals to rewrite their stories.
Marketing
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Their lives used to revolve around city traffic. They gave it up to build an island home in the Philippines for $85,000.

"We didn't really ever get to open a window. It was always closed," Straight, 46, told Business Insider.
Renovation
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Barry Egan: My lunch with Ozzy Osbourne - and the day he told me he wished he could relive

Abandoning alcohol and drugs has given Ozzy Osbourne clarity in his life.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Why I Left the City and Moved My Family Into an Inflatable Bounce House

Everything I need is within the twenty-square-foot expanse of our vinyl dream home. There's a state-of-the-art ball pit, a Velcro compartment for our shoes, and a slide.
New York City
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I left my dream job in New York City to move home to Colorado with my family. Two years later, I have zero regrets.

Moving from busy New York to Colorado led to a more enjoyable and fulfilling family life surrounded by nature.
fromwww.gamintraveler.com
4 weeks ago

How I Lived Out Of A Carry-On For A Year (And Why You Should Too)

Living out of a carry-on for a year is possible and liberating for digital nomads and minimalist travelers.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I used to miss flights and lose phones. Now I've saved almost 6,000 in three years' - the financial benefits of quitting drinking

Sobriety led individuals to significant financial improvements and a rethinking of their spending habits.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

I abandoned my iPhone for a $90 flip phone. Life's never been better.

Switching to a flip phone was probably the best decision I've ever made, despite it making my life harder in many tangible ways.
Digital life
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mr. Big is alive and well and married in Vermont

Ronald Galotti transitioned from a high-profile magazine publisher to a rural lifestyle in Vermont, embracing nature over media.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Ana de Armas Finds a Buyer for $3.5 Million New York Loft-After Fleeing City To Live in $7 Million Off-Grid 'Cocoon' in Vermont

"I feel like nowadays, we all want to go away from the craziness of the world. We all want to have the chance to build your own safe space. I've made that decision myself."
NYC real estate
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 month ago

35-year-old American moved to Chengdu and lives on $30,000 a year: '[It's] poverty in America, but in China I'm living large'

"At the height of my career in New York, I was probably making $100,000 a year [and] working eight months out of the year, which on paper sounds great, but..."
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from a big city to a remote island in Washington that doesn't have a grocery store or gas station. I've never been happier.

Living on a remote island in Washington offers a slower pace of life and profound connection with nature.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

After grad school, I moved in with my mother-in-law in Italy to save money while I job hunt. I'm learning it's OK to ask for help.

I'm adjusting to a completely different lifestyle. His mom lives on a farm with chickens and a rhythm that couldn't be further from my former life.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I downsized from a house in Nevada to a 104-square-foot studio outside of Paris. It helped me focus on what matters in life.

Moving to France significantly reduced my living expenses and stress, allowing me to pursue my writing dreams.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment that changed me: I had a wild London party life until I met a man who lived on a houseboat

Georgina's unexpected transition from a chaotic city life to finding joy living on a houseboat with her partner, James.
#health
fromwww.gamintraveler.com
1 month ago

15 European Towns Where Rich Americans Are Quietly Moving

Affluent Americans are moving to lesser-known European towns for a new lifestyle, embracing culture and calm away from the U.S.'s fast-paced life.
#travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

My husband and I built careers in tech and law. In our 40s, we sold our house, traveled for a year, and left both industries.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
London startup

She quit her 9-to-5 to chase adventure. After years of living out of a suitcase, one Thai island finally felt like home.

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Travel

This couple gave up high-paying tech jobs to travel the world after a car crash and major burnout. Here's what they've learned on the road.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

My husband and I built careers in tech and law. In our 40s, we sold our house, traveled for a year, and left both industries.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
London startup

She quit her 9-to-5 to chase adventure. After years of living out of a suitcase, one Thai island finally felt like home.

Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

This couple gave up high-paying tech jobs to travel the world after a car crash and major burnout. Here's what they've learned on the road.

A near-death experience led Darien Tan and Joanna Wong to leave their tech jobs and pursue a life of travel and self-discovery.
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I cut takeout out of my budget and started meal-planning. I feel better, save $300 a month, and don't waste groceries anymore.

Transitioning from food delivery to home cooking reduced our monthly expenses by $300 and minimized food waste.
fromwww.gamintraveler.com
2 months ago

Why Everyone's Packing Up And Moving To These Destinations

From laid-back coastal towns in Portugal to buzzing hubs like Tbilisi or Mexico City, these rising destinations offer strong Wi-Fi, vibrant communities, and the kind of daily quality of life that's hard to come by in high-cost American cities.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Every winter, they'd leave home and travel to Thailand. In 2017, they left their old lives behind and moved there to run a boutique hotel.

As we were on the plane, going back to work, we kept thinking, 'Oh, we need to find a way to make it,' said Cabessa.
Renovation
London food
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm an American who moved to the UK 5 years ago. Here are 9 things I wish I'd known before living abroad.

Cultural adjustments in the UK include earlier shop closing times and limited grocery product availability compared to the US.
#digital-nomad
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
London startup

Priced out of Austin, he bought a one-way ticket out of the US. Now, he lives on a Thai island for a fraction of the cost.

fromAol
3 months ago
Travel

Our rent doubled after we got married, so we became digital nomads. It was challenging until I established a daily routine.

Life as a digital nomad opens up new experiences and perspectives, challenging traditional life scripts.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Travel

Our rent doubled after we got married, so we became digital nomads. It was challenging until I established a daily routine.

A rent increase catalyzed their transition to a nomadic lifestyle, allowing for deeper life experiences and newfound perspectives on work and fulfillment.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
London startup

Priced out of Austin, he bought a one-way ticket out of the US. Now, he lives on a Thai island for a fraction of the cost.

fromAol
3 months ago
Travel

Our rent doubled after we got married, so we became digital nomads. It was challenging until I established a daily routine.

Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Our rent doubled after we got married, so we became digital nomads. It was challenging until I established a daily routine.

A rent increase catalyzed their transition to a nomadic lifestyle, allowing for deeper life experiences and newfound perspectives on work and fulfillment.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm an American living in Mexico. Since Trump's election, I've been met with more curiosity and confusion.

Living in Mexico offers a refreshing work-life balance away from the US hustle culture, yet presents unique challenges for remote work.
fromsportslens.com
2 months ago

Sean O'Malley Has Quit Smoking Weed Ahead Of UFC 316 Fight

I don't think I've even smoked this year. I'm not done smoking weed forever. I definitely enjoy it, but it was kind of just giving me this anxiety I didn't really want.
MMA
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'I'm tackling my diabetes risk for my grandson'

With the right support at the right time, people can take meaningful steps to reduce their risk and improve their long-term health.
Public health
#family-adventure
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Parenting

'We Live on a Sailboat in the Caribbean-Here's What Life on the High Seas Is Like'

fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Parenting

'We Live on a Sailboat in the Caribbean-Here's What Life on the High Seas Is Like'

fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Woman reveals extreme highs and lows' of swapping London rent for a narrowboat

A woman finds freedom and reduces living costs by moving onto a narrowboat, despite facing various challenges.
#retirement
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Retirement

I'm 44 and want to retire by the time I'm 50. I can't do that in the US, so I moved my family to Thailand.

The author emphasizes the importance of redefining identity beyond work and pursuing early retirement.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Retirement

Couple sells their business and sets sail on all-inclusive, 15-year cruise - for just $3,500 a month

A couple trades traditional home life for full-time living on a cruise ship, finding it more affordable and rewarding.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I'm 44 and want to retire by the time I'm 50. I can't do that in the US, so I moved my family to Thailand.

The author emphasizes the importance of redefining identity beyond work and pursuing early retirement.
#sailing
fromFast Company
2 months ago
NYC startup

Hate your 9-5 job? So did this guy, who left it all behind to sail around the world

Oliver Widger's journey of leaving his 9-to-5 job to sail the world inspires those seeking change in their lives.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Venture

I quit my job, cashed out my 401(k) and sailed into freedom - now I'm a TikTok star

Oliver Widger's journey showcases a profound personal transformation fueled by adventure and a rejection of traditional financial norms.
Venture
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I quit my job, cashed out my 401(k) and sailed into freedom - now I'm a TikTok star

Oliver Widger's journey showcases a profound personal transformation fueled by adventure and a rejection of traditional financial norms.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

First 'America's Next Top Model' Winner Adrianne Curry Reveals Why She Quit Hollywood To Become a Doomsday Prepper in Remote Montana

I never imagined I'd grow up to be a doomsday prepping, former reality TV mess slinging Avon out of the crown of the continent... but here I am... living my best life.
Silicon Valley food
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

We ditched fancy Friday dinners for murder mystery nights and Sunday breakfasts. We've cut dining out expenses by over half and have more fun together.

Switching from Friday date nights to Sunday brunches has saved money and improved relationship quality.
Los Angeles
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider ditched Los Angeles, moved family to North Carolina for calmer life

Dee Snider moved his family to North Carolina seeking a calmer lifestyle and enjoyed the welcoming community.
#weight-loss
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Everyday cooking

I gained 20 pounds after becoming an empty nester. Here's how I took charge of my diet, lost 15 pounds, and kept it off.

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Exercise

'90 Day Fiance' star reveals the key to 85-pound weight loss - and what cut out her booze cravings completely

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Everyday cooking

I gained 20 pounds after becoming an empty nester. Here's how I took charge of my diet, lost 15 pounds, and kept it off.

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Exercise

'90 Day Fiance' star reveals the key to 85-pound weight loss - and what cut out her booze cravings completely

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The one change that worked: I could never get fit until I tried a 40-second plank every day

Small, daily commitments can lead to substantial lifestyle changes over time.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Toxic Self-Care Culture

Self-care is often misused to address deeper life issues such as overcommitment and chronic perfectionism, leading to temporary relief rather than true well-being.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Her 'No New Things' Challenge Paid Off $22k Debt, Saved $36k | Entrepreneur

Ashlee Piper transformed her life by initiating a 'no new things' challenge, leading to significant financial savings and psychological benefits.
Retirement
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Michael Houghton: 'From crypto to Christmas trees - five terrible investment decisions I made before reaching financial freedom'

Adopting the FIRE movement led to significant changes in saving and investing habits.
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