Many nomads I’ve talked to have one major sticking point that keeps them from either moving back home or settling in a new country.

For me, it was Mexico City’s air quality and altitude that turned me away, despite the city’s appeal.

I also knew someone in Poland who wanted to put down roots, but the thought of not fitting in was a barrier too big to ignore. She moved on, found a partner, and settled elsewhere.

So, what’s your story? Is it a single hurdle or a combo deal that keeps you from calling a place home?

  • ResidentReference898@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    The only barrier to me settling is… that I simply don’t want to!!

    In late 30s now, with partner and kids, and being nomadic is all I’ve ever wanted to do. Have had a few settled periods while having kids and navigating finances, but as soon as we can, we are always back to it.

    And even when I have been “settled” for a time, I still consider myself nomadic just travelling extra slow for a while!! And maybe we’ll go slower at times again, when the kids are older, or when we are older - but the longer I stay in one spot the more stagnant and depressed I get, so I really can’t imagine ever truly settling in one spot, ever!