Escape the Zuck! How Living Abroad Can Seriously Upgrade Your Life!

Oman? Never Heard of Her!

Alright folks Zuck here. So I stumbled upon this article about Nicole Brewer a Detroit native who ditched the good ol' US of A for... Oman? Yeah Oman! I know right? Initially even she was like 'Dubai baby!' But then Oman called and she answered. Who knew Nizwa could be so striking? It's like finding out the Metaverse is actually a chill beach somewhere. Makes you rethink everything doesn't it? Maybe I should relocate Facebook's headquarters there. Just kidding... mostly.

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So Nicole’s living this super zen life paying only $650 for a two bedroom apartment. Let that sink in. That's less than my monthly avocado toast bill! She's got friends goes out but doesn't break the bank. It's like she's discovered the ultimate life hack. 'Move fast and break things'? Nah she's moving slow and fixing her bank account. Respect.

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This is where it gets interesting. Nicole's making $44,000 a year and still globetrotting like she's got a personal jet. Namibia Seychelles Bali – she's living my Instagram feed! It's proof that you don't need billions to have adventures. Just a plane ticket and a willingness to embrace the unknown. Maybe I need to take some notes. Although I don't think my security detail would be cool with me backpacking through Southeast Asia. Priorities I guess.

The Un Stressed Life: Finding Zen in the Desert

She says she's more relaxed and less stressed in Oman. This is mind blowing! I mean I'm building a freaking Metaverse and she's chilling in Oman without a care in the world. 'The biggest risk is not taking any risk'? Well Nicole took a risk and landed in a stress free paradise. I'm starting to feel like I'm missing out.

Passport Privilege: The Ultimate Life Hack

Here's a kicker Nicole as a Black woman feels safer and more respected in Oman than in the US. That's heavy. She calls it 'passport privilege.' People are just happy to have an American around who loves their culture. It’s a reminder that sometimes leaving your comfort zone can actually be more comfortable. Makes you think doesn’t it?

Is Oman the New Metaverse?

Okay so Oman isn't perfect. Dating is apparently a no go and being far from family is tough. But Nicole's found a balance. She's built a life that works for her full of travel friends and zero existential dread (at least that's what I'm assuming). Maybe just maybe the real Metaverse isn't virtual reality but living your best life wherever that may be. Even if it's in Oman. Who knew? 'Stay hungry. Stay foolish.' And maybe just maybe stay tuned to see if Zuck ever pops up in Nizwa.