Adalia Aborisade, a 48-year-old former teacher from the United States, found a new lease on life by moving to Mexico City. Her story highlights significant lifestyle changes, emphasizing how A New Perspective on Work and Leisure
In the United States, Adalia worked as a teacher for 20 years, earning just shy of $60,000 annually. Despite the seemingly stable income,
Since relocating to Mexico City, Adalia’s perspective on work and leisure has transformed dramatically. In Mexico, Financial Adjustments and Cost of Living
Moving to Mexico City meant a substantial pay cut for Adalia. She took a job that paid her 60% less than her teaching salary in the US. Despite the reduced income, Adalia’s entrepreneurial ventures include financial education and coaching, relocation coaching, and hosting retreats worldwide. These endeavors keep her income varied but manageable. The lower cost of living in Mexico City enables her to afford luxuries that were out of reach in the US, such as regular medical and dental care, and even hiring someone to clean her house once a week. These services, which were luxuries in the US, contribute to a higher quality of life in Mexico. Food plays a significant role in Adalia’s new life. Dining out is affordable, with a typical meal including an entrée and a cocktail costing around $20 USD, and a meal of tacos costing about $4. She enjoys tacos frequently, sometimes multiple times a week. The vibrant culinary scene in Mexico City is one of her favorite aspects of living there, along with the city’s lively and unpredictable atmosphere.Culinary Adventures and Daily Life
Sacrifices and Family Ties
Living in Mexico City comes with its sacrifices, particularly regarding her family. Adalia misses out on significant family events, such as birthday parties and the birth of her middle granddaughter. Despite these challenges, A Dream Life Redefined
Adalia’s dream life in Mexico City is starkly different from the traditional American dream. She values control over her time more than accumulating wealth or possessions. Her minimalist approach focuses on experiences and personal fulfillment rather than material success. For Adalia, living in Mexico City has provided a path to the life
