I hate city life — am I a loser for wanting to go back home?
A 32-year-old who moved to a big city after a breakup and job change asks whether wanting to return home makes them a failure.
Dear Eric: I moved to a new city a few years ago because I felt like I needed a change of pace after a job change and a breakup. I’m 32, if that helps.
It’s a big city that a lot of people like. I’m not one of those people. I’ve really tried it, but I don’t understand the social rhythms, I’ve struggled to make friends, and I just plain don’t like being here. I spend most of my time (and money) visiting friends back home.