I Moved Abroad!: From Corporate Ladder to Carefree Living

Today I did a big thing. I hopped on a one-way flight to Barbados to start a new chapter of my life. Ever since March of 2023, I have felt called to take a leap of faith into the unknown and end the old chapter of my life for one that feels more aligned. I believe Barbados, filled with my family, history, and the most beautiful beaches, is the perfect place to start.

A Candid Reflection

After leaving my corporate job and taking time to travel the world, I realized that I actually don’t like it here. By here, I mean the U.S.A. The concrete jungle doesn’t give me the same feeling as the sand on my toes. The fast food dollar menus don’t make my body feel the way the roasted breadfruit and fresh soursop from the tree in the backyard do. The polluted air doesn’t calm my spirit like the fresh breeze in the islands. Lastly, and most importantly for me, the “hustle culture” doesn’t speak to my soul like the laid-back and gracious life of the Caribbean.

Respect & Gratitude

This is not meant to “look-down” on anyone who does enjoy it here, it’s just not where this next chapter of my life will begin. Throughout my 25 young years, I have been blessed to live in or visit 27/50 states. I also genuinely believe that America has provided many opportunities for it’s citizens, especially my mother who was an immigrant and changed her entire life by coming here (her story is ridiculously inspiring and I pray she shares it one day). However, for someone like me who has no desire to climb the corporate ladder, enjoys the slow-paced life, and wants to continue exploring God’s beautiful natural creations, I’ve decided to branch out.

Life Is Meant To Be Lived

I’m not sure how long I will be abroad. It may be from June 2024-December 2024 or I may decide to go full throttle and become a digital nomad. That’s what living a life of faith and freedom is about; the ability to choose. Now one of my signatures, which definitely has it’s pros and cons, is making decisions without having a huge plan in place. Nonetheless, when else do you get to live life like this? I’m 25 years old, not married, no kids, and have been blessed with free will.

Embracing Change

Am I slightly terrified that everything may not go as planned? Absolutely. However, my faith is unwavering and I am insanely grateful that I have family that would welcome me back home with open arms if needed. I also have this beautiful scripture of God’s promise to protect and guide me: Proverbs 4:11-12 – “I have taught you in the way of wisdom. I have led you in the right paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hindered and when you run, you will not stumble.” Needless to say, I’m sure that I will be just fine.

Stay tuned though because I’m also sure that I’m running right into my destiny, unapologetically.