Vic Luitpold2 months agoI (26M) am currently living in Germany with my girlfriend (26F), whom I met while on vacation in Europe three years ago. After we started a long-distance relationship, I moved to Germany a year later to pursue my master’s degree. I’m about to finish my degree in three months, but I’m feeling really torn about what to do next. If it weren’t for my girlfriend, I honestly wouldn’t have considered living in Germany in the first place. I’ve realized that I don’t see myself staying here long-term, and I miss the US—my home, my family, and the comfort of being in my own country. I don’t want to live in Germany for the rest of my life, and I also feel like my job prospects are more limited here due to the language barrier. Although I speak decent German, it would still be easier for me to find work in the US, where I could also be closer to my family and friends. The problem is, my girlfriend has built her life here, and I don’t think she’d be willing to leave. I don’t want to break up, but I also don’t want to feel stuck in a situation where I’m not happy. I’ve been working remotely for the past three years, and it’s been draining. I miss working in person and interacting with colleagues—it’s not something I want to continue long-term. But if I move back to the US, I won’t be able to see her as often, and I don’t want to make that kind of sacrifice if it means losing her. I’m really unsure about what to do. I want to be with her, but I feel conflicted because I miss my life in the US and I don’t see myself thriving in Germany. Any advice on how to navigate this situation?1661
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