I couldn't afford my rent and student loans, so I moved in with my mom. It took me 3 years to get back on my feet.
Moving back home eased financial burdens but prolonged dependence, and ultimately leaving home became the best decision for personal and professional growth.
I quit my job to travel the world. About 18 months later, I realized living abroad isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Leaving a relationship to travel provided temporary healing and adventure but led to emotional and financial exhaustion before returning home for stability.