This story explores the real-life crossroads faced by Ange Valentini, a divorced mother of three, who had to choose between her successful career in Toronto and the rekindled love with an old flame in Vancouver. The article examines the difficult decision of relocating for love, highlighting the importance of shared values, trial periods, and career considerations before making such a significant life change.
In this series, Sliding Doors, we explore real-life crossroads that shape personal ambition: Take the leap or play it safe? Move forward or pivot? We talk to real people facing real-life decisions and speak to experts about the ambition and intuition behind these kinds of choices.
Thirty years ago, Ms. Valentini had stayed in Toronto when Mr. Cochrane took a job on the west coast. She wondered if this time could be different. In the end, Ms. Valentini decided to take the chance and moved to Vancouver to be with Mr. Cochrane in 2018.It is not uncommon for couples to be in long-distance relationships in our digital age. Relocating to be together, however, is a big decision.
Ms. Valentini and Mr. Cochrane might not always share the same personal or professional interests – she lives and breathes politics while he designs video games – but they know their priorities are in step. Dr. Gordon says that people should first evaluate how important their job is to them. For some, their career is an integral part of their identity while for others, a job is just a job.
Ms. Valentini was most well-connected in the political circles of Toronto and Ottawa. Still, her skills were transferable to west-coast politics, and she was able to find some clients and projects to soften her landing.
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