How To! How To Move to a New City
Nov 18, 2025
Melody Warnick, author and journalist recognized for her insightful books on choosing where to live, joins to help navigate the exciting yet daunting task of relocating. They discuss how moving isn't a magical fix for life’s problems, but a catalyst for change. Melody dives into the concept of being an 'Anywhereist,' highlighting how remote work expands options. Listeners learn how to define their values and effectively score potential cities on a 10x10 grid, ensuring their new home truly fits their lifestyle.
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Moving Is About Fit, Not Fixing Everything
- People move seeking a place that fits their identity, not a perfect cure-all for life's problems.
- Melody Warnick says clarity about what a place can realistically change helps set better expectations.
Confirm You Should Move Before You Search
- Do the internal check: ask how certain you are that you should move and what you'll miss if you leave.
- Melody uses this to confirm readiness and to surface community concerns before relocating.
Use Your Geographic History As A Filter
- Map your geographic history to identify environments you've liked and disliked to reveal real preferences.
- Melody asks about past moves and favorite travel cities to uncover recurring patterns.
