How To! with Mike Pesca How To Move to a New City
Nov 18, 2025
Melody Warnick, author and journalist recognized for her insightful books on choosing where to live, joins to help navigate the exciting yet daunting task of relocating. They discuss how moving isn't a magical fix for life’s problems, but a catalyst for change. Melody dives into the concept of being an 'Anywhereist,' highlighting how remote work expands options. Listeners learn how to define their values and effectively score potential cities on a 10x10 grid, ensuring their new home truly fits their lifestyle.
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Use Your Geographic History As A Filter
- Map your geographic history to identify environments you've liked and disliked to reveal real preferences.
- Melody asks about past moves and favorite travel cities to uncover recurring patterns.
Prioritize Your Place Values
- Prioritize place values (belonging, creativity, peace) so your decision matches your deeper needs.
- Melody warns against choosing only for an idealized self and suggests realistic values instead.
Daydream, Then List Deal Breakers
- Dream about your ideal daily life and list concrete deal breakers like cost, transit, and outdoors access.
- Melody says this stage triggers the most practical research and narrows options effectively.
