My fiancé and I have been wanting to move to the PNW for years, and we finally pulled the trigger—we’re moving in a month! His company is allowing him to work remotely, but mine wouldn’t, so I officially quit my job of six years today.
It wasn’t a rushed decision; I knew this might happen when we decided to move. But now that it’s real, I can’t help but feel a mix of emotions—sadness, fear, and uncertainty. I’m worried I won’t find another job as good as the one I had. Financially, we’re okay, so that’s not the biggest concern, but a part of me feels kind of stupid for willingly walking away from a stable, cushy job.
At the same time, I didn’t particularly enjoy it, and I don’t want to stay tied down by a job just because it’s comfortable. Has anyone else been through something similar? How did it work out for you?
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I am proud of you! I went to the PNW 15 years ago (eventually left) but life is nicer there. Things are so uncertain right now. You could have been laid off from your stable, cushy job next month. Taking leaps is great, there is scant little in life you can’t bounce back from. Enjoy the PNW, it’s such an exciting part of the US.
Biggest regret is that we didn’t move to the PNW when we had the chance. I think it’s normal that you feel some mixed emotions.
I recently walked away from a position I held for nearly 10 years. It was the best move for me emotionally, but I still wondered if I would regret leaving. Everyone thought I was crazy. I regret nothing!
Congratulations and good luck in your next adventure!
You did the right thing! It’s normal to romanticize a job when you say goodbye. You will find something great again with the same skills that helped you land and keep this job for six years. Where you live has such an impact on your quality of life – given you can afford it, it’s just a great call to relocate to where you believe you have the best shot at the life you want.