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    How To Move To New York City*

    *and survive.

    1. Leave all sense of comfort and security in your once familiar home, pack your bags, say your goodbyes, and move to the Big Apple.

    2. Stop crying. You may be out of a job and living on your savings but have no fear, you're in NYC!

    3. Before you get settled, explore the city!

    4. Moving is going to be a pain.

    5. But you have a few options on where you'd like to live.

    6. Once you do find a place, don't expect too much.

    7. Hungry and trying to save money? Pizza by the slice is your answer!

    8. Get yourself a (new) wardrobe!

    9. It might be hard to get to know people at first.

    10. There is no such thing as personal space.

    11. Don't be upset if people don't notice you.

    12. Invest in some good walking shoes.

    13. Show off your skills.

    14. Stay Positive.