Thank you everyone, for being encouraging. It really makes me feel a lot more positive.

To Thomas, I had the exact same idea: Apply for a working visa and eventually try to find a permanent job abroad. I was told by both friends and family that I’m way too old to risk a future on the possibility of never finding a long-term job and end up having to come back to start back at square one. I’m 26. To me, it’s either now or never, but I guess with so many people telling me that it’s a bad idea and witnessing several friends coming back from Australia only to start over with job hunts, my determination started to thin out.

I really needed that boost of confidence to know that someone took a leap of faith and loved what they’re doing. I can either stay on the safe side and feel miserable for years to come, or I can take a chance at being happy. I may not be in the position to just up and leave instantly, but I will definitely put that option back in the deck, and hopefully make it happen by next year. Thank you for your story.

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