I quit my job because I couldn't afford to rent or buy a house. I then moved to Thailand, where the cost of living is cheaper.

Summary: A 28-year-old worker in the UK felt totally stuck. Even with a full-time job, buying a house or renting an apartment was just too expensive. Rent alone would take up over a third of their pay! Instead of staying broke and living with their parents, they made a huge change. They quit their job, packed their bags, and moved to Bangkok, Thailand. Now working as a freelance writer, they earn a little less money, but life is much cheaper. For just $500 a month, they rent a modern condo with a pool and a gym. They can afford to eat out every day, hire a weekly cleaner for $6 an hour, and live a stress-free, happy life.

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