Have you checked out New Yorker Goes West? I’m writing all about my new chapter in California, as a lifelong New Yorker.

This is not your average travel blog. This is a raw, unflinching, intimate look into what it’s like to leave the life you’ve always known behind and begin a new one, miles away.

Will I share great recommendations for fish tacos? Of course.

Will I tell you about my favorite comfort shows? Absolutely.

Will it all be sunshine and palm trees and smiles and Instagrammable selfies? Nope.

But yeah, there is quite a bit of sunshine. And palm trees. I’m a fan.

Head to https://newyorkergoeswest.substack.com to check it out.

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"Mika is a mother of four from New Zealand who finds joy in family, good food, and being by the water. After nearly a decade as an in-house graphic designer, she made a bold leap in 2023, leaving the corporate world to embrace the unknown. Through her Substack, musings by mika, she shares her journey of redefining success. Along the way, Mika began offering practical tips to help fellow writers thrive on Substack. Known for her warm, open-hearted writing, Mika has created a supportive community where writers find connection, growth, and inspiration."

Coming off of last night’s incredible conversation about authenticity and community, I couldn’t be more excited to introduce you to Mika, or as I like to call her ‘the substack muse’ (a title she humbly refutes, but others agree with!)

Mika has created the definition of an authentic community, through her raw vulnerability. She hosts an incredible thread called “Find Your Tribe” that you absolutely have to check out.

I’m also totally honored to say that this was Mika’s very first interview in this forum! You totally would never guess that though, she’s a pro :)

Click here to check out takeaways, quotes, and links over at the blog.

And while you're there - learn more about Authenticity Office Hours, where we have group discussions chatting about topics like these!

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