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Alicia's avatar

It's brave to move somewhere totally new and start over. I tried it many years ago and it was kind of traumatic. I hope things worked out much better for you!

Marlana aka Outtamydamnmind's avatar

I survived Florida for almost 8 years I have been back in New York for almost 5 now. I say everyone should live somewhere outside of where they are from bc it’s true character development 😂 but yea my experience there wasn’t great but we live and we learn

Alicia's avatar

I guess I got character then!🤣 I went from Southern California to far Northern CA, thinking no big deal, right? Wrong! 3.5 years and a ton of trauma later I was back. Life experience.

Marlana aka Outtamydamnmind's avatar

Have you written about it?

Alicia's avatar

Nah, not so far. I probably should. It’s been long enough now.

Marlana aka Outtamydamnmind's avatar

No rush but I’m wondering if sharing it can help continue to move on from it

Alicia's avatar

Actually, could I send you a message? I’ve been wanting to approach after watching some of The Inner Room on YouTube, but haven’t had the nerve. I always feel like I’ll be seen as a weirdo if I try to talk to people, you know? If not, that’s totally cool. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

michelle ray's avatar

Yay! Your are a great writing community member and I love how the this piece turned out!

Marlana aka Outtamydamnmind's avatar

I needed the bridge but thank you for always hosting a space that truly encourages writers to keep writing I truly appreciate you 🫶🏼✨