Anyone else get burnt out / depressed over being perpetually unsettled? Granted, yes, I know this lifestyle is a choice; I've been trying to build home bases but I'm having a hard time finding places to settle between visa + housing logistics and finding the right communities.
I lived full-time in Bali for 3 years (cliche I know) but things there have really changed since the borders opened after covid. I've been hopping around since last year trying out new places to settle down and I'm just feeling down about it all... But I also don't want to move back to my home country either. I don't feel like I fit in there anymore at all but then again I also don't fit in the traditional life of any other country that I'm not from hahaaha AHH
Anyone feel me? I don't really know where to go anymore and it really has me in a funk. I realize this is a massive first world problem and yes I am so very grateful for my freedom, plz be kind
I feel this
Maybe start with a decisive commitment to one place, one rental property - for at least 3 months. Maybe longer visa depending. Then plan the next similar length stay.
Having plans well in advance is the key to maximising control and calm.
Then set about making those deep decisions about what you really want. Are you just tired of changing rental every month, or do you want to own a forever home, and sometimes travel?
Decision paralysis is likely with our infinite choice lifestyle - so many degrees of freedom in every part of life. Decide what's important, weigh up your options, pick one or some, and get to it.
Removing time pressure from decisions transforms them from a hassle to a pleasure - from a risk to an opportunity.