I left Austin for NYC 7 years ago. Here are 9 things I still miss about my old life, and 3 reminders of why I moved.

Business Insider | 06-09-2026 05:57pm |

A Business Insider reporter who moved from Austin to New York City seven years ago reflects on the aspects of her former life that she misses. She appreciates the desirable characteristics of Austin that are not present in New York, such as certain lifestyle elements. However, she also acknowledges that Austin was not a perfect fit for her, which is why she relocated. The reporter still thinks about her time in Texas and the memories she made there.

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