I left Austin for NYC 7 years ago. Here are 9 things I still miss about my old life, and 3 reminders of why I moved.
While I miss the tacos, music festivals, and outdoor activities in the Texas capital, I'm glad to be out of the scorching heat of Austin.
Joey Hadden, a Business Insider reporter, lived in Austin for six years before moving to New York City. Seven years later, Hadden still misses many aspects of his life in Texas and remembers three reasons why he chose to relocate.
Living in Austin allowed Hadden to develop his passion for photography, which eventually led him to pursue a degree in the field at St. Edward's University. During his senior year, a media conference reminded him of his East Coast roots, fueling his desire to move to New York to work in the city.
Hadden now works as a reporter and musician in New York City. While he loves his new life in the Big Apple, he still thinks about Austin every day. He misses his family, friends, and the city's unique queso and kombucha offerings. Additionally, Hadden misses the accessibility of musicians in Austin and the affordability of a night out, which New York's expensive nightlife lacks.
Lastly, Hadden misses the scenic beauty of Austin's Hill Country, as the city's landscape is relatively flat compared to Austin's rolling hills. Despite these fond memories, Hadden is content with his life in New York and is grateful for having made his dream a reality.
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