Comments on: What’s the worst that can happen? http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/ food, travel, yoga, and living with intention Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:38:13 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Meghan B. http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4729 Meghan B. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:07:08 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4729 I did this! I moved to NYC from Alabama (a fellow Southerner y'all) a year ago with nothing but two suitcases and a whole lot of dreams. Well, and some extra cash to help me along. But I love to hear about other people doing the same thing. Here's my blog, which is all about my move and my new life in NYC: <a href="http://blackberriestoapples.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://blackberriestoapples.blogspot.com/</a>I relate to Matt's experience about 2009 being the hardest year of his life. Mine was too. Moving somewhere by yourself, on your own terms, without a job, not knowing what the hell you're getting yourself into - it's a fucking frightening thing. BUT, even with all the heartache I've been through this year, I can really say it was all worth it.Honestly, Doniree, there is nothing that can really prepare you for what you are about to do. I don't mean that to scare you; it's just the way life is. You can never understand life but in retrospect - hindsight is 20/20 and all that. All you can do is follow your heart. It will lead you in the right direction. That, and never give up and never stop believing in yourself. That's the trifecta really. Heart, perseverance, and confidence. They will take you places. I did this! I moved to NYC from Alabama (a fellow Southerner y'all) a year ago with nothing but two suitcases and a whole lot of dreams. Well, and some extra cash to help me along. But I love to hear about other people doing the same thing. Here's my blog, which is all about my move and my new life in NYC: http://blackberriestoapples.blogspot.com/I relate to Matt's experience about 2009 being the hardest year of his life. Mine was too. Moving somewhere by yourself, on your own terms, without a job, not knowing what the hell you're getting yourself into – it's a fucking frightening thing. BUT, even with all the heartache I've been through this year, I can really say it was all worth it.Honestly, Doniree, there is nothing that can really prepare you for what you are about to do. I don't mean that to scare you; it's just the way life is. You can never understand life but in retrospect – hindsight is 20/20 and all that. All you can do is follow your heart. It will lead you in the right direction. That, and never give up and never stop believing in yourself. That's the trifecta really. Heart, perseverance, and confidence. They will take you places.

]]> By: Meghan B. http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4730 Meghan B. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 12:07:08 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4730 I did this! I moved to NYC from Alabama (a fellow Southerner y'all) a year ago with nothing but two suitcases and a whole lot of dreams. Well, and some extra cash to help me along. But I love to hear about other people doing the same thing. Here's my blog, which is all about my move and my new life in NYC: <a href="http://blackberriestoapples.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://blackberriestoapples.blogspot.com/</a>I relate to Matt's experience about 2009 being the hardest year of his life. Mine was too. Moving somewhere by yourself, on your own terms, without a job, not knowing what the hell you're getting yourself into - it's a fucking frightening thing. BUT, even with all the heartache I've been through this year, I can really say it was all worth it.Honestly, Doniree, there is nothing that can really prepare you for what you are about to do. I don't mean that to scare you; it's just the way life is. You can never understand life but in retrospect - hindsight is 20/20 and all that. All you can do is follow your heart. It will lead you in the right direction. That, and never give up and never stop believing in yourself. That's the trifecta really. Heart, perseverance, and confidence. They will take you places. I did this! I moved to NYC from Alabama (a fellow Southerner y'all) a year ago with nothing but two suitcases and a whole lot of dreams. Well, and some extra cash to help me along. But I love to hear about other people doing the same thing. Here's my blog, which is all about my move and my new life in NYC: http://blackberriestoapples.blogspot.com/I relate to Matt's experience about 2009 being the hardest year of his life. Mine was too. Moving somewhere by yourself, on your own terms, without a job, not knowing what the hell you're getting yourself into – it's a fucking frightening thing. BUT, even with all the heartache I've been through this year, I can really say it was all worth it.Honestly, Doniree, there is nothing that can really prepare you for what you are about to do. I don't mean that to scare you; it's just the way life is. You can never understand life but in retrospect – hindsight is 20/20 and all that. All you can do is follow your heart. It will lead you in the right direction. That, and never give up and never stop believing in yourself. That's the trifecta really. Heart, perseverance, and confidence. They will take you places.

]]> By: Sabera http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4728 Sabera Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:49:54 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4728 Great thoughts Matt! I recently uprooted my very well set-up life back in India, where I had a promising career, family and dear friends, and moved to the US, to marry my then fiance, and be with him. My last job was my first after an MBA, which meant the company had a clear career path outlined for me. I would've been an assistant manager by now if I stuck on! I moved because I knew then that being with my husband was far more important than anything else.After not being able to find suitable career opportunities for more than a year now, I often think of how happy I'd really be if I had stayed back. Is the grass really greener on the other side? I don't think so. Life is wonderful. I'm glad I took the risk.On taking a step back to move 10 steps forward, I've mentally prepared myself to do so. I know I won't get the job my qualifications deserve, inspite of having a Masters degree. I'm willing to slog it out and start from scratch again. I think that at a given point in life, you really can't have it all. Value what you have. Treat the rest as work in progress. Great thoughts Matt! I recently uprooted my very well set-up life back in India, where I had a promising career, family and dear friends, and moved to the US, to marry my then fiance, and be with him. My last job was my first after an MBA, which meant the company had a clear career path outlined for me. I would've been an assistant manager by now if I stuck on! I moved because I knew then that being with my husband was far more important than anything else.After not being able to find suitable career opportunities for more than a year now, I often think of how happy I'd really be if I had stayed back. Is the grass really greener on the other side? I don't think so. Life is wonderful. I'm glad I took the risk.On taking a step back to move 10 steps forward, I've mentally prepared myself to do so. I know I won't get the job my qualifications deserve, inspite of having a Masters degree. I'm willing to slog it out and start from scratch again. I think that at a given point in life, you really can't have it all. Value what you have. Treat the rest as work in progress.

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]]> By: Matt Cheuvront http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4732 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 02 Dec 2009 20:53:15 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4732 Haha thanks man - no idea how I came up with that one. Talk about a random epiphany :) Haha thanks man – no idea how I came up with that one. Talk about a random epiphany :)

]]> By: Grace Boyle http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4711 Grace Boyle Wed, 02 Dec 2009 20:25:31 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4711 Such a good post! I have found the same frustrations and elation as Matt (and you will be Doni!)<br><br>Maybe some of these posts will help to specifics as to what I did when I first moved. Many you will know, maybe something will help. Giving is living ;) <br><br><a href="http://smallhandsbigideas.com/change/ive-moved-now-what/" rel="nofollow">http://smallhandsbigideas.com/change/ive-moved-...</a><br><a href="http://smallhandsbigideas.com/generation-y/the-debate-location-vs-career/" rel="nofollow">http://smallhandsbigideas.com/generation-y/the-...</a><br><a href="http://smallhandsbigideas.com/change/relocation-tips/" rel="nofollow">http://smallhandsbigideas.com/change/relocation...</a><br><br>Hope it helps. Love the post, Matt! Such a good post! I have found the same frustrations and elation as Matt (and you will be Doni!)

Maybe some of these posts will help to specifics as to what I did when I first moved. Many you will know, maybe something will help. Giving is living ;)

http://smallhandsbigideas.com/change/ive-moved-…
http://smallhandsbigideas.com/generation-y/the-…
http://smallhandsbigideas.com/change/relocation…

Hope it helps. Love the post, Matt!

]]> By: Sabera http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4731 Sabera Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:49:54 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4731 Great thoughts Matt! I recently uprooted my very well set-up life back in India, where I had a promising career, family and dear friends, and moved to the US, to marry my then fiance, and be with him. My last job was my first after an MBA, which meant the company had a clear career path outlined for me. I would've been an assistant manager by now if I stuck on! I moved because I knew then that being with my husband was far more important than anything else.After not being able to find suitable career opportunities for more than a year now, I often think of how happy I'd really be if I had stayed back. Is the grass really greener on the other side? I don't think so. Life is wonderful. I'm glad I took the risk.On taking a step back to move 10 steps forward, I've mentally prepared myself to do so. I know I won't get the job my qualifications deserve, inspite of having a Masters degree. I'm willing to slog it out and start from scratch again. I think that at a given point in life, you really can't have it all. Value what you have. Treat the rest as work in progress. Great thoughts Matt! I recently uprooted my very well set-up life back in India, where I had a promising career, family and dear friends, and moved to the US, to marry my then fiance, and be with him. My last job was my first after an MBA, which meant the company had a clear career path outlined for me. I would've been an assistant manager by now if I stuck on! I moved because I knew then that being with my husband was far more important than anything else.After not being able to find suitable career opportunities for more than a year now, I often think of how happy I'd really be if I had stayed back. Is the grass really greener on the other side? I don't think so. Life is wonderful. I'm glad I took the risk.On taking a step back to move 10 steps forward, I've mentally prepared myself to do so. I know I won't get the job my qualifications deserve, inspite of having a Masters degree. I'm willing to slog it out and start from scratch again. I think that at a given point in life, you really can't have it all. Value what you have. Treat the rest as work in progress.

]]> By: LostInCheeseland http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4735 LostInCheeseland Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:03:52 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4735 Oh I would gladly show you around Paris!! You just let me know when that day comes :) Oh I would gladly show you around Paris!! You just let me know when that day comes :)

]]> By: Pinktattoochick http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4746 Pinktattoochick Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:42:29 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4746 Great story! Reminds me of when I moved. It was one of the hardest but most memorable things I done. I would trade it for anything. Great story! Reminds me of when I moved. It was one of the hardest but most memorable things I done. I would trade it for anything.

]]> By: Matt Cheuvront http://doniree.com/2009/12/02/guest-post-what%e2%80%99s-the-worst-that-can-happen/#comment-4742 Matt Cheuvront Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:28:57 +0000 http://doniree.com/?p=1940#comment-4742 You have always been an inspiration for me Grace. I saw what you had accomplished and seeing everything you had done for yourself let me know that I could do it too, if I pushed myself and hustled, I could make anything of myself. So thank you, seriously, for indirectly being a huge contributing factor to where I stand today :) You have always been an inspiration for me Grace. I saw what you had accomplished and seeing everything you had done for yourself let me know that I could do it too, if I pushed myself and hustled, I could make anything of myself. So thank you, seriously, for indirectly being a huge contributing factor to where I stand today :)

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