Opinion

Creating a New Beginning

A new city means new beginnings! It can be quite scary starting fresh, but that’s what makes life so refreshing and interesting. We live in a country where are options are endless and our hopes are high. The journey starts when you find a career in a new city. Many emotions start to rush through your brain. The first emotion should be excitement, but that tends to be last. It’s exciting starting a new chapter and new beginnings. As the excitement wears thin, the stress starts approaching. There are a lot of factors that go into moving your whole life. By staying organised you can conquer any obstacles in your path.

First, when landing that job now you must decide where to live. Keep in mind your budget and research, research, research! It is very important to find out information about safe neighbourhoods, night life, local events, city life and school districts. Also, your safety is an important factor. Search for neighbourhoods that are safe and have a low crime rate index.

Next, plan ahead for any obstacles that you may encounter. Keep some extra money aside in case of emergencies. Decide on what you need and don’t need. Consolidate your belongings and have a garage sale for the things you don’t plan on taking with you. It is much easier to take less belongings when traveling, especially if it is a trip across a few states. By downsizing you can save money on traveling arrangements like trucks or uhauls.

Throughout my life I moved numerous times. I was able to experience new cultures and people by living in different states. I learned about how within each demographic the people, environment and culture all vary. A top favourite of mine about a new city is the food. Exploring the different restaurants and enjoying the flavour is a must. There is so much out there to experience!

Developing and creating your life is what we strive for when entering a new career path. Although, moving can be stressful, the rewards outweigh the risks. Having a hopeful future in a new town or city can be full of opportunities. Take the time to enjoy your new adventures. With lots of added stress also come lots of responsibilities. Moving involves preparation and organisation. By completing all the details you can then enjoy your ride to your new journey.

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