Comments on: But I’m Not Supposed to be Here: Starting Over in the Same City

By: Rtw9

Rtw9 — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 18:45:03 +0000

I'm glad your path in life has kept you in Madison. Hopefully I will be moving there soon. Maybe if I'm lucky I could get a chance to meet you

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Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:43:15 +0000

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By: EllenNordahl

EllenNordahl — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:49:42 +0000

That's definitely good to know – thanks! If I make the move, I'll research a few professional networks and be ready to jump in right away.

By: ajbingham

ajbingham — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:27:04 +0000

I've never had a problem connecting with people, but being “new” to the city was a good opening when out at events/mixers. What really helped was narrowing on specific communities (for me legal and the Capitol) and then expanding out from there. It has been a mix of organic growth and proactiveness on my part. You'll find thought, and this has been verified by others, that the professional/social circles in Austin run pretty tight. Again it's just a matter of putting yourself out there.

By: EllenNordahl

EllenNordahl — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:01:25 +0000

That would be an experience! Austin is where I'd like to relocate to (eventually)…as a new-comer in some ways, has it been easy for you to connect with new people?

By: ajbingham

ajbingham — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:50:00 +0000

I'm currently going through a hybrid experience of what you're talking about. I'm starting the “adult adult” phase of my life in the city (Austin) that I grew up in, but went out-of-state for undergrad and law school. While I maintained contact with most of my high school friends, essentially I was starting a phase of my life, that some of my friends weren't at, yet. It is an experience, being one part “townie” but also having the out-side prospective of a newcomer. And I agree. Putting yourself out there (suited to your interests, or maybe outside the box) is the only way to get over isolation.

By: EllenNordahl

EllenNordahl — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:04:00 +0000

It does help when you explore new options within the city, but some things (like the weather) can be deal breakers. Is there a certain place you'd like to move to, or are you just ready to try something new? I did check Magnet out but have been terrible about actually getting involved..no more excuses though – I need to get myself out there.

By: EllenNordahl

EllenNordahl — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 03:56:23 +0000

Thanks for reading, Amy! Your blog name is really clever – looking forward to checking it out!