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Getting tired of moving every few years?

Hi,

It comes to no surprise that, as an academic, you have to be mobile and willing to relocate to score a good position. The last 9 years or so, I have been going through different countries in Europe to build up my career, but now that I have found a good position, I am hesitant to move again.

I have finished my post-doc position in Germany, and I initially planned to move (back) to Denmark where I did my Masters. I landed a great position in a company that still has a scientific flair despite being industry. However, I have built up my social circle here in Germany, and I am feeling quite comfortable. It is also closer to home and my ageing parents.  

I have always put career before my social needs, and I never had any problems to just pack up and leave. However, the recent pandemic, and also some mental health issues are holding me back to move again, despite the good job offer.

I honestly feel a bit disappointed in myself, that I am even considering giving up on my plans to stay here (where job opportunities in my field are a bit rare). 

Has anyone dealt with a similar "fatigue" that keeps you from moving to a new location, despite it being the most "logical" choice career-wise?
gpt
It sounds like you're looking for the validation to draw the line and put your life before your career and let me tell you, if you have a nice social circle and it's convenient with your family, don't be so quick to discount that. You can get academic accolades from anywhere, but having a nice life situation is harder to achieve, especially during COVID.