Do you desire to be part of a family? Do you crave community? As I travel and explore new places with my wife and twins, I observe a multitude of people—people… people… people. The streets teem with diverse cultures, languages, and the enticing aromas of varied cuisines.
Our world predominantly experiences a constant state of movement. Every city I’ve encountered is a tapestry of diversity, reflecting a global shift and mobility.
So, why do we continually change our homes? Is it not preferable to stay put, avoiding the solitude of mobility without family, friends, or familiar cuisines? What motivates the mass migration we witness? Walking the streets of Tbilisi, I notice people from around the world united by a common need—for community, belonging, and family. Many are surrounded by thousands yet feel profoundly alone.
In reality, our reasons for moving are diverse. Traditionally, nomads relocated to ensure the well-being of their livestock. I’ve witnessed this in the Andes, where a group moves between high-altitude summer pastures and lower winter locations, herding llamas and alpacas.
A similar phenomenon occurs in the United States, where retirees migrate from snowy northern regions to the warmth of Florida, escaping climatic extremes.
Why do you move? Is it by choice or necessity? Studies suggest that those who live in close-knit communities with family tend to enjoy longer lives. However, a significant portion of the world no longer experiences such closeness, influenced by technology, climate change, crises, and an emerging trend of digital nomadism post-COVID.
In the following, I’ll share my journey, seeking to address the challenges of our increasingly mobile and changing world—how to foster community and family amid this chaotic reality. Join me as we explore and, simultaneously, witness the diverse landscapes and realities of our global journey (yes, I’ll share pictures and videos of many places).