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I want to move to a new city but I am afraid of starting over

🐺BrightWolf816Helpful Perspectives Given: 0Member since Recently
Perspective requested:People older than me

I have lived in the same area my entire life. I recently got the chance to move to a city where I know almost nobody. It feels exciting when I imagine the new version of myself there, but terrifying when I think about loneliness and leaving my comfort zone. How do you know whether fear is a warning sign or just part of growth?

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Would you move somewhere new without knowing many people?

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Why people voted the way they did.

Voted: Yes

🌲 HiddenMaple502

Fear always comes when we step out of our comfort zone. Moving is a huge decision, but it also gives you the chance to experience a whole different part of life

Voted: Yes

🕊️ GentleSparrow294

Not knowing many people gives you the chance to meet people you would've never got the chance to meet before. This could be the thing that changes your life for the better.

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