Sold my car/house, no job, no kids, not married… where to go?
Hello all! I (F32) went through the worst time of my life these past three years (long-term break up, unexpected unemployment, barely making ends meet, etc.,). It was one hit after another. Went through the worst depression and anxiety-inducing time of my life.
With this being said, I’m about to sell my house and will have money (finally!) left over. I have always lived in my hometown (small Texas city) but lately, I feel as though life is pulling me elsewhere… the problem is I don’t know where.
I decided to say fuck it and jut move once I close. I want recommendations from people or “what would you do” type of advice. I’m definitely putting a huge chunk in a HYSA, paying off a bit of debt and want to put 10-15k as cushion/use money.
I used to teach English for 7 years but don’t want to continue doing this in America. I was torn, however, between teaching abroad, see what that’s like and travel though I won’t be making much. I was also toying with the idea of getting into law school. I’m not sure if this is 100% what I want or if it’s “me.” (Truthfully, I don’t know who I am anymore.)
Other options were:
- San Diego for the beach, bike culture and the fact that it’s a border town, so it’ll be like being at home. (But expensive as hell)
- Portland, Oregon for nature, bike culture, and hippie vibe. (Never been and the cold scares me, but maybe it won’t be so bad?)
- New York City for walkable streets, bike, and constant events (but also expensive as shit).
Lastly, Spain. I’ve been there a few times and absolutely love the country (I’m also a native Spanish speaker) but no family, new country, and maybe expensive?
Please help! I feel as though my new chapter in life is around the corner, but I have no idea as to how to begin it.