I moved back to New Zealand after living in Australia
A Māori woman has shared the struggles she faced living in Perth after moving home to Waipu, in the northland region of New Zealand last year.
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From Sydney's Hustle to Kiwi Calm: One Woman's Mental Health Journey
Moving Back Home: A Young Woman's Journey of Mental Health and Cultural Adjustment A young woman, who prefers to remain anonymous, recently shared her experience of moving back to New Zealand from Australia. Her decision, she explained, was largely driven by mental health concerns and a lack of support in her new environment. "I just didn't have the support systems over here," she shared in her video. "My family was basically like, 'Get your ass back home.'" The video details a stark contrast between the fast-paced, image-conscious culture she perceived in Australia and the more grounded community she found in New Zealand. She describes feeling immense pressure to maintain a certain appearance in Australia, a pressure she no longer feels at home. Her story highlights the importance of strong support systems for mental health and the impact of cultural differences on personal well-being. The video concludes on a hopeful note, with the young woman expressing her gratitude for the renewed sense of belonging she's found in her return to New Zealand.
