The Psychology of your 20s 376. 7 tips for moving to a new country in your 20s
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Jan 19, 2026 Moving to a new city in your twenties can be both thrilling and daunting. The emotional weight of homesickness often feels akin to grief, making adjustment tough. Experts suggest giving yourself around six months to adapt, and avoiding frequent trips back home helps in settling down. Cultivating social connections and creating a bucket list of local experiences can enhance the thrill of novelty. Building routines and making your living space cozy can also ease the transition, paving the way for self-reinvention in your new environment.
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London Move Felt Like Grief
- Jemma Sbeg describes moving to London as lonely and compares missing her dog to grief.
- She says having a plan helped her break out of the funk and enjoy the process more.
Desperate For One Friend
- When Jemma first moved to Sydney she tried many activities but still felt desperate for a single friend.
- She called her dad and said all she wanted was one friend to make adjustment easier.
Make Friday Nights Social
- Never spend Friday nights at home for the first three months; use them for social effort and meeting people.
- Push past introversion and accept awkward meetups to build early momentum.