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In reply to the discussion: What makes you decide to make a big life change? [View all]closeupready
(29,503 posts)For about 10 years, I found a series of exciting jobs working with brilliant, successful people, making more with each new gig - I haven't exactly made a fortune, but I've done better than I would have done had I stayed behind, in that rut. AND, I've worked with, honestly, some amazing people, I've had the best opportunities, made some relationships with important people. Careerwise, it was probably the smartest move for me. My references are stellar.
When the recession hit, however, I didn't lose my job, but my standard of living contracted really hard - for complicated reasons I won't go into. I also suffered through the severance of some very significant relationships. The friends I had made here either retired, moved away, or simply drifted into other social circles.
The biggest challenge for me at this stage is that I'm pushing 50, and I want to try something different before too many doors close on me, and before I get tied down with new relationships.