Navigating Travel and Loneliness in a New City

In this chapter, the speaker shares their travel experiences and the transition to life in New York City. They highlight the joys and challenges of settling down after extensive travels, grappling with feelings of loneliness and a desire for stability.

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How am I really doing in NYC?

Eight months in, and it’s time to get real about life in New York. I’ve shared glimpses of my excitement about the city, but behind the scenes, it’s been… different. I didn’t think moving here would feel this lonely, but leaving behind a tight-knit group of friends and adjusting to new rhythms has been harder than I ever expected. It’s tough to admit, but this might be the loneliest I’ve ever felt.

In this episode, I’m opening up about what it’s really been like—navigating big-city life, missing familiar faces, and learning that making new friends as an adult isn’t as easy as it sounds. Sometimes, I find myself wishing for just one effortless conversation with people who know me. Between spending days mostly alone and feeling the weight of vulnerability fatigue, it’s been a rollercoaster. I’m still figuring it out, and I hope sharing this helps anyone else feeling a little out of place to know you’re not alone.

So, let’s get into it: the highs, the lows, and the in-between moments of finding myself in NYC.

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Host: Melody Cheng

Editor: Victoria Cheng

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