Navigating Mental Health as a Digital Nomad
, like any other lifestyle, is that it is neither perfect nor for everyone. Constantly being on the move may offer a temporary distraction, but it’s not necessarily one that is meant to be permanent.
Living as a digital nomad also , many of which can impact one’s mental health. Sonia Jaeger, Ph.D., a psychologist, psychotherapist and digital nomad, has seen this play out for many people. “Some people because they think it will solve their mental health issues, but at some point, the issues that they try to leave behind catch up to them,” she says.Not everyone can enjoy digital nomadism in the long-term.
In fact, Jaeger suggests that certain characteristics can indicate whether someone will adapt to the lifestyle successfully. “People with conditions like Attention Deficit Disorder might be drawn to the nomad lifestyle because the constant change and new stimulation can actually help them,” she says.Yet, for others, the absence of a permanent address and the demands of staying connected across time zones may lead to mental strain.
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