I left Texas for Europe more than a decade ago. Living in France is affordable, and I'm happier.
A former Texas resident shares her experience of moving to France to improve her quality of life and reduce living costs. She now runs a company helping other Americans relocate to Europe.
Why it matters
Highlights the growing trend of remote workers seeking better work-life balance and affordability abroad.
Leah Young at the Eiffel Tower. Courtesy of Leah Young Leah Young moved from Texas to Spain in 2015 and now lives in Lyon, France. Young says she's happy with her life in France, which includes access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Her one-bedroom apartment costs her $1,104 each month, and she spends $70 a week on food. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Leah Young, a 34-year-old from Dallas who moved to Spain in 2015. Young is the founder of Fearless Abroad , a company that helps Americans working remotely relocate to Europe. The conversation has been edited for length and clarity. A lot of people love the idea of traveling to new places and experiencing something exciting. What excited me about living abroad was the adventure.
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