Congratulations on your move. We moved twice within 18 months, with the first move being to a new state. Super stressful and soooo much work!
The best thing we did in both places was to meet like-minded people, get to know them well, and work together to help our communities. Local, local, local! And, of course, read and comment on Substa…
Congratulations on your move. We moved twice within 18 months, with the first move being to a new state. Super stressful and soooo much work!
The best thing we did in both places was to meet like-minded people, get to know them well, and work together to help our communities. Local, local, local! And, of course, read and comment on Substacks to help others; you may never know how many people you reach, but you’ll know that you tried.
I’m sure having a hearing disability makes life more difficult, but if you’re open with folks, they will appreciate your efforts to communicate even more.
Also overcoming natural shyness and being humble about what you know and don’t know can work. It’s difficult at first, but once you do it, each subsequent effort is easier. “I am new here and I would love your advice“ is a great icebreaker.
Congratulations on your move. We moved twice within 18 months, with the first move being to a new state. Super stressful and soooo much work!
The best thing we did in both places was to meet like-minded people, get to know them well, and work together to help our communities. Local, local, local! And, of course, read and comment on Substacks to help others; you may never know how many people you reach, but you’ll know that you tried.
I’m sure having a hearing disability makes life more difficult, but if you’re open with folks, they will appreciate your efforts to communicate even more.
Also overcoming natural shyness and being humble about what you know and don’t know can work. It’s difficult at first, but once you do it, each subsequent effort is easier. “I am new here and I would love your advice“ is a great icebreaker.
Good luck in your new state!