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I have the ability to move to warmer climate with activities that I enjoy more than where I am now. I am confident that I can find some kind of job in my field lined up before making the move.
A part of me is saying though that one should only make a move a) to be near relatives b) for a job transfer from a job you already have c) for school. What do you think?
Last edited by INeedAChange; 06-03-2007 at 03:44 PM..
Some move to clear their head... Others to try something new...
We relocate for a reason that is important to us; that is human nature. My husband I are moving for more reasons than a poor economy - I need to get away from my family for a while... and establish "us" without "them". It is the best way to do it and we might as well seize the opportunity while we have it.
If climate and recreation are important to you, why would you not pursue that?
Not necessarily. I think you should consider a move if the benefits outweigh the cost. Can you be assured that you'll really thrive in a place where your friends and family are not? If that's the case, then sure, why not?
thanks...actually none of my family lives where I am now, so that won't change. I would miss the friends I have here though, but hopefully I would still see them once or twice a year.
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Not necessarily. I think you should consider a move if the benefits outweigh the cost. Can you be assured that you'll really thrive in a place where your friends and family are not? If that's the case, then sure, why not?
Self indulgent is not the right term. The US is a huge country with many climate zones. If you have the freedom and ability to move, do it. You don't even need a reason!
Sometimes I think about moving to what I would consider the worst area of the US (eg: rural ND, with its bitter winters), just for the experience. You only have one life.
"Climate" and proximity to outdoor activities are two different things. I firmly believe that there is such as thing as "climate hedonism," especially when the climate that people consider desirable (today, living in the desert is the latest fad) is combined with cheaper living costs. I just described Phoenix for you in one sentence. People move here because they don't like snow and cold. Actually, that's not it-- people move to Phoenix because they hate rain, snow, clouds, and cool temperatures so bad, they are willing to go to the opposite extreme just to rid themselves of it.
The economy here is based primarily on construction and development-- not any core industry. They aren't moving here for "the city," that's for sure. The funny thing is, I know so many people here who do nothing but complain about how there is nothing to do, boring architecture, lousy food, lousy music scene, etc, etc, but choose to stay put, primarily because of the weather (in addition to "climate hedonism," this place suffers from "climate amnesia"-- people talk about the weather as a plus and conveniently ignore 6 months out of the year). Some people really are happier here. But personally, I think that if you're the kind of person that would get a lot out of the culture of a city like Seattle, Chicago, or Boston, the down-to-earth communities of the midwest, or the possibilities for outdoor recreation that a colder climate city like Denver or Salt Lake would offer, but instead, choose to live in Phoenix because you just "can't take the cold," then you are a weakling.
I have the ability to move to warmer climate with activities that I enjoy more than where I am now. I am confident that I can find some kind of job in my field lined up before making the move.
A part of me is saying though that one should only make a move a) to be near relatives b) for a job transfer from a job you already have c) for school. What do you think?
Go for it, if you can support it. But, since you will have a job....do it, do it, do it. For ALL of the above...lol.
You only live once, do whatever makes you happy, and what feels right to you.
But, whatever I might do, wouldn't necessary be in your best interest. Research a bit, and base your decision on that, since everyones life is so different.
Also.......
[quote=INeedAChange;821471]I have the ability to move to warmer climate with activities that I enjoy more than where I am now.
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More activity means more exercise and a healthier, longer life!
I am sure, your doctor would applaud you for that.......
Why do people feel quilty about wanting to live somewhere that they will enjoy?
I LOVE where I live and don't feel even a twinge...Whenever I am not at work or in school, its like being on vacation.
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