why i'm leaving NYC (& where I'm going next)

IG: @itswesleyanna | Surprise! We're leaving Brooklyn. 🥲 I had a loooooot I wanted to say on this topic but tried to keep the yapping to a minimum. Scared but excited to see where this next chapter takes us. 🌱
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[@WesleyAnna]

anyway this is all peanuts compared to what's happening in other parts of the world so if you're a U.S. citizen please write to congress and demand a ceasefire! 🍉 bit.ly/4caBfKj

[@ZaoStrength]

Thank you for this, we also need to organize our communities because our congress is not only refusing a ceasefire but directly funding the genocide and supplying missles to Israel . They need more than our letters, they need us to combine our collective strengths and fight back !

[@shawnsh]

Admire your values and courage to stand for humanity. Hats off to everyone involved in your upbringing,

[@annalim]

thank you. ❤

[@Lazuli444_77]

I was a New Yorker until few months ago, and I left NYC completely. I left the city due to my financial/job/mental situation and moved into my family's house. In the beginning, I kinda regret leaving the city, but right now, I'm glad I did. I'm currently healing mentally and physically and overall. So I get you. Good luck to you!

[@Gaby-wg9id]

As a born and raised New Yorker, the city is both magical and draining. I’m glad you’re making the healthiest decision! Excited to see what the West coast brings you.

[@WesleyAnna]

I will forever love (and complain) about my time here :) thanks for stopping by and the kind words!

[@TechSav18]

Hi Wesley, It's okay. I'm also living at home in my late 20s. Is it embarrassing to the outside world? Yes. But for me, it has allowed me to pursue the jobs I truly want without the pressure of just making ends meet, especially after my layoff. stay true to yourself and do you!

[@WesleyAnna]

love how the internet can show us how we're never alone in our struggles 🤝🏼

[@gileneusz]

I'm quite sure that the obvious reason your applications are being rejected is that you are not sending CVs with your radish plush toy in the background.

[@WesleyAnna]

the way I was nearly triggered from the first half of this sentence 😂

[@Sam-lous-world]

Sorry to hear you've been struggling. Sounds like the right decision and I'll be interested to see where this takes you ❤

[@WesleyAnna]

thanks for the kind words, i appreciate it 🥹

[@Dr.Jekyll_]

There's a strong emotional attachment to living in New York City that people can't seem to shake. I can't tell you how many people I've met who live paycheck to paycheck in NYC and refuse to leave. There's nothing practical about living in NYC, especially if you're trying to save money and start a family.

[@WesleyAnna]

“Strong emotional attachment” is so accurate 💀 it’s an incredible place but at the end of the day, still just a place haha

[@chi2om]

I relate and empathize. The job market is horrendous. Took me 6 months to find a part time job that is not helping much for my savings. Good luck to you and your partner! San Fran seems expensive too but you have a stronger support system there.

[@margaritagraciariris2191]

It’s totally okay, girl. I would still love to see your contents more and knowing your daily life on SF later! Keep inspiring ❤

[@sunshinemindset8497]

Sorry to hear that you have been struggling 😢 I totally get it and have been in similar situations at various times in my life. I admire you for recognising that the right thing for you to do right now is to leave NYC. With regard to what content I’d like to see as one of your subscribers, I’d love to see anything that fulfils your creative needs. Whatever you are passionate about will come across and we will love seeing your passion. For me personally, I’d love to see any vlogs about your new life on the West Coast; daily/weekly/chatty vlogs; wedding prep; videos about ADHD in whatever form you think others might find helpful; funny vlogs with Alby in. And I love a moving series! You could do a vlog detailing your drive across country. Wishing you all the best and lots of luck in this next chapter and looking forward to seeing your next videos xxx

[@WesleyAnna]

Thank you for all the suggestions!! I sincerely appreciate it 🙏🏼

[@sunshinemindset8497]

@@WesleyAnna you’re very welcome! ☺️

[@KoffeePlans]

I've enjoyed your content in all it's different forms. Whatever keeps you wanting to create is good with me. Good luck in your move and I'm excited to see what's in store for you.

[@WesleyAnna]

I appreciate it, thank you!

[@enwang4846]

so excited for this new chapter of your life!!

[@caricari3444]

Props to you for taking a hard step and seeing where this new phase of live takes you! Excited to see anything you create in the future :)

[@kyungwooky]

I'm sorry you had to go through all the struggle :( Hopefully everything will get better and you will be back to NYC!!

[@marccolomayt82094]

Enjoying this & happy for you, Wesley! ❤

[@WesleyAnna]

Thanks so much!!

[@JosieMichelleDavis]

Thank you so much for sharing! I can definitely relate to a lot of these feelings (although I don’t live in NYC). I lost my job last year and it’s been such a roller coaster since. Sending you all the good vibes and hope you find so much happiness wherever you land next!

[@WesleyAnna]

Wishing you happiness as well 🥺

[@DinaLu]

Really enjoyed this sit down video! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@WesleyAnna]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Hehe

[@earthyaly]

As someone who’s always wanted to live in a place like San Fran (but never will) would love to see San Francisco vlogs 🥰

[@l0mette]

This was really insightful, thank you for sharing 🥰

[@jh7100]

I’m happy for you! Wishing you well on your next move. I would love to see vlogs on you rediscovering San Francisco. What you want to check out or do. Take care!

[@alanabcd]

love your videos, good luck to you!

[@Bravenatured]

I’m sure that I’m speaking for a lot of your subscribers here when I say that I watch your content for YOU not for where you are living. I love how raw you are and have related to you many times through your videos. Especially this one. Keep shining your light and keeping it real it’s a breath of fresh air. Sending so much love ❤

[@WesleyAnna]

🥹🥹🥹🫶🏻

[@olgadeandres]

Hi Anna! Im from Madrid (Spain) and Ive been following you for two years. I came to your channel because another spanish creator put your channel as an example of edition. Since that ive been following lot of your videos and youre totally inspiring. I wanna thank you for being so honest💖i can imagine is not easy to admit that. Im sure youre going to rock it because your potential its amazing💞

[@WesleyAnna]

I appreciate you following along and taking the time to comment! 🥹 Espero volver a España algún día y mejorar mi español!! (I hope that was right lol)

[@BluHound51]

Ms. Wes, I must say I'm very proud of you. I relate a lot to your situation in making the extremely difficult decision to move. For me, it led to a major fall out with someone I considered my best friend, but it was the best decision I could have made. For my mental, physical, and emotional health. I'm excited for your next adventure. Whether that includes continuing content creation or not. I'm I'm rooting for you. 🖤

[@thecosycat]

it's always the best to do what feels right! I keep my fingers crossed for your future and hope you'll show us :)

[@WesleyAnna]

🥹🥹

[@joyfullencounters]

:") i hope you feel better!! thank you for sharing this. i also left nyc this month to save money and live at home with my parents. i didn't want to move back home as well but it has been very comforting to be around friends and family, and for me it is realizing that i am loved for who i am and not my output (which is paradoxically what makes me more productive haha).

[@kimlam1015]

I love the curve theory - it helps with accepting change when you're not quite ready to let go, like for me when I got laid off 6 months ago, and now I have a greater opportunity within reach that fills me with purpose like never before. Also - I've been a passive youtube watcher since forever, I often come back to the same creators to watch their content without subscribing, but after watching just a few videos of yours, I subscribed b/c it felt like every video of yours was worth my time in terms of value delivered and also just because each of your videos is like a work of art. Your design background really comes thru in these videos even if you don't work in design in an official capacity. I love the videos and insights you share. Excited to follow you on this journey - keep up the great work!

[@WesleyAnna]

Omg made my day ty 🙈 I hope I can keep living up to these expectations hehe. And glad to hear that you’ve been feeling better about your situation lately!!

[@raihana.onfilm]

Change is inevitable but you both got this!!! 🧡

[@janellemaramag2505]

i love you guys!! ❤ always will be my fave NY couple ever

[@WesleyAnna]

😘😘😘

[@A.hunterart]

I definitely empathize! Starting over is scary and things are always scarier when you’re in the middle of it but everything always have a way of working out. My husband and I also may have to move in a few months and although we’re not in NYC, shits expensive AF out there and it’s such a pain in the ass lol. Good luck on your move and I hope the lifestyle change is better for your mental health!

[@Bd_htx_15]

Absolutely loved this video Anna! I am in the same season as you. In my 30s, unemployed, hopeless, but I am staying true to myself among all this. Trying my best to make sure I am mentally healthy and overall maintaining a reasonable sense of wellbeing, given the circumstances. I wish you luck

[@WesleyAnna]

Best of luck to you too my friend! We got this 🤝🏼

[@SarsonaMan]

can you share more about the dream life journaling exercise you did?

[@WesleyAnna]

Great future video idea 👀

[@graceyloufb]

I'm going through a similar life change and going home. It's tough, but I'm sure you'll land on your feet! Best of luck!

[@WesleyAnna]

Thanks! And good luck to you too :)

[@iamdorito]

You will be missed friend. NYC will always be here!! 💖The market has been so rough

[@LyslScentedLife]

Wow! Your story about the two people you saw at the train station, almost brought me to tears. Sometimes the big flashy cities may not give you all that you want... or even what you truly want. Being in my mid twenties I feel this so hard. It hasn't been even a year since I moved to the current big flashy city that I live in, and honestly I dont really know what I'm even doing here 💔

[@WesleyAnna]

I was trying not to cry when telling it 😧 and don’t worry-charge is always difficult, be patient with yourself! You never know if you’ll find a better and unexpected version of you waiting around the corner 🫶🏻

[@d.den_6]

wesley im proud of you! as a 24 almost 25 year old woman i really admire your honesty and courage, you've been going through a lot of changes and i think its normal to not feel -so good-, but it will get better! trust me, change is inevitable and you're doing great :) sometimes we need to let go certain things/ideas to be open for new ones, sending u a big hug

[@WesleyAnna]

Absolutely, change is always tough no matter if it’s positive or negative 🥲

[@monicaong4313]

Sorry you guys had to move but excited for potential SF vlogs!

[@jd5175]

Sorry to hear... welcome back to the Bay though!

[@TheRobocop32]

queens

[@Shanze-M]

Girlie, you don't have to explain your decision in a pragmatic way :( Living in New York was your dream, and dreams aren't meant to be practical or logical!! The great thing is that you achieved it. That little girl in you that considered herself to be a New Yorker has become one!! It's the end of an exciting chapter and the start of an even more exciting one - best of luck! :)

[@WesleyAnna]

"dreams aren't meant to be practical or logical" I love that 🥺 thank you for the kind words!

[@wuhaotian866]

One good thing abt NYC: whenever you come back, you can always call it home :)

[@WesleyAnna]

Omg ur gonna make me cry

[@Lilacs95]

Feeling the same about Paris right now..... made a last minute decision to move home

[@TheRobocop32]

It's been a year since I left NYC best decision, I made don't look back forget about it

[@loveline2100]

unrelated but have you told that train story before somewhere else? it sounds so familiar omg

[@WesleyAnna]

I haven’t but I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s a common experience :0

[@Money-Easy-Plan]

*"To live a creative life, we must lose our fear of being wrong."* ---

[@kaimon123]

Radish!

[@WesleyAnna]

👀

[@vanillacupcake6790]

you're not melodramatizing? (what's the word? haha) and as for what content you should post - post anything you wanna share! i think it's nice to just hear your little life updates even if it isn't going to be nyc content still. wishing you the best with the move and your next steps.

[@ZaoStrength]

Capitalism really do be like that ! Glad you’re able to fight back for your time

[@dammitbobby283]

Who are you?

[@WesleyAnna]

wes, and what’s your name?

[@dammitbobby283]

@@WesleyAnna It's me, Bobby.

[@kayflip2233]

NYC is a "mild" lifestyle upgrade from SF? 🤣 SF is not remotely close to NY. Please don't insult NY.

[@WesleyAnna]

Haha don’t get me wrong, I left SF for a reason-but for the things that are important to me (diversity, food, walkability, career opportunities) it’s not that far behind, especially when you compare it to literally any other city in America (LA comes close but then you’re dealing with traffic and general ugliness). Also, the gap is closing more and more as NY is starting to suffer from a lot of the same issues that SF did in the 2010s: rapid gentrification, safety issues, and an increasingly present monoculture after living costs have pushed out long time residents. My main point in the video was that, if you’re a homebody like I am and don’t have any ties to the city, then you really are paying for what I would consider to be non-critical life upgrades. And if you can no longer afford it, it’s probably not worth fighting for (at least in my case).

[@jessicadpearce]

Hey Wes. I’m 28 and have lived in NYC since I was 24. Also going through a similar thought process and thinking about the best way to move forward. Everything you said made a lot of sense, it was nice to hear someone say it out loud. Wishing you the best of luck in the Bay. 🤍