@mariahxashley: I feel like no one ever really talks about the feelings that come with moving back to your hometown after trying something different. Failure that it didn’t “work out,” embarrassment about how you’ll be perceived, etc. Even if that’s not how YOU feel, it can be extremely overwhelming. For me, California was one of the best experiences of my life - I traveled to places I never in a million years thought I would visit, learned so much about different cultures, and met two of my best friends! Like, how many people can say they just packed up their car and moved across the country?! Wildddd😭😭 But I also realize I was the loneliest I’ve ever been...I missed spending the most mundane holidays around my family, having a reason to get out of bed everyday when I knew the only person I would be seeing was my partner, and just having those day to day interactions we usually take for granted. That said, move where you feel your best even if that’s back home🗣️it’s only been two weeks and I can already feel my excitement towards life coming back!! I wake up everyday actually excited about my routine and to just have social interactions again. It’s definitely been an adjustment and my social battery is still very low lol but I’m working on it!🤍 #moving #crosscountrymove
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Saturday 26 April 2025 13:56:21 GMT
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Kimberly :
I moved back home a year ago because i was missing my family and missing special moments just to come back and realize I have outgrown my hometown so much
2025-04-26 14:59:49
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Naj Williams :
moving away from home doesn’t mean you have to stay away to “make it”. you took the leap. you grew. you had new experiences & most importantly, you learned. that doesn’t sound like failure to me.
2025-04-26 17:09:24
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Dominique Davillier, Esq. :
I moved back home after 7 years and this year I’ve struggled with these feelings!! I love my family but moving back felt like I failed or something
2025-04-26 14:51:51
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Chef Tahn’Zhay :
Dont be embarrassed! You did what most ppl cant n wont do! That was just a trial n error! Pick your head up! And figure out ur next desto! Travel n explore before u decide! Have a blessed and g8 day💕
2025-04-26 14:02:52
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camilla_mae :
I needed this! I’m about to move back to my home state and was feeling like a “failure” because I miss my family & friends 🥹
2025-07-28 05:41:13
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Bren :
Literally moved to DC seven months ago and absolutely love it and enjoying, however I am feeling the same sentiments as you. It has been the loneliest I’ve ever felt.😭
2025-04-27 15:14:46
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Kierrakayy :
Moving away helps you miss home. I strongly recommend moving and coming back if you want. I moved for college and stayed for years after and now I’m back and brought my husband I met in college 😊
2025-05-24 21:12:26
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Sabrina B. 💌 :
Felt this, I want to go back home too 🥺
2025-04-28 00:38:38
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Janell :
I left LA and moved back home to Dallas - I was able to heal deeply 🤍
2025-04-26 20:35:07
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Sabrina :
I moved to California in 2021 and just moved back to Texas bc I was homesick and it’s harder to advance there. California holds such a special place in my heart now and it taught me so much! Currently
2025-04-27 17:29:51
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Taliya :
I understand girl! I’m doing the exact same thing!! Not moving directly to my hometown, but a neighbor state so that I’m able to drive home at any moment & keep building that bond w family.
2025-04-26 17:35:39
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Britt. :
I did the same thing lol still was worth the move
2025-04-26 22:23:01
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Geneisha💖 :
Your caption is so relatable. I moved from AR to Los Angeles right after college and have lived here 8yrs. I grew & experienced so much but I miss my family and home too. At least we can say we made the leap regardless what happens 🙏🏽, everyone can't say the same.
2025-04-30 03:48:45
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Trinity| Lifestyle❤️ :
Did the big move and now we’re moving back 🥰🥰
2025-06-26 00:08:15
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girlypopdej :
Love this! Moving to SF soon, how did you make friends ?
2025-04-28 18:40:27
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Tav Reviews Everything :
Relating!! I can’t wait to move back home after 5 years in ATL
2025-05-26 03:55:36
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j$hmurdaaa :
Did the same. It makes you appreciate home so much more ❤️
2025-04-27 13:19:26
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shauni.niyari :
I moved from CA to NC at 20 all by myself and I’m now 21 talking about moving somewhat closer to home In the next year or so😭 it’s absolutely nothing wrong with moving back! Just make sure your happy
2025-04-27 10:50:43
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Love, Ley :
cali was so happy to have you!!!
2025-04-27 22:25:44
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kimmy :
I love this for you! I just moved to Cali and feel so homesick. But making the most out of it and feel so grateful ❤ but also i miss my hometown lol.
2026-01-27 03:44:14
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mamasitamimi 🦋📝 :
You know you been putting in work! If people perceive it in a “failing” way, then that’s them. But I’m personally so proud of you girly ❤️
2025-04-27 12:23:28
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Malika Paige :
This, this, this ❤️
2025-11-18 18:00:11
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Bev :
Me ready to move back to California!! 😢
2025-04-28 03:08:59
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MK :
I live in the bay but I'm also from Indy and miss my fam allll the time. So glad home is always there!
2025-04-26 18:03:16
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