Digital Nomadism
A Journey Toward Finding Your Own Space
“One year into nomadic living, I’ve felt uprooted, disoriented, and occasionally exhausted. But in Bali, I found a version of myself I liked: focused, centered, and rested.” These are the words of Sarah Khan, travel journalist and digital nomad, in an article published by Business Insider on May 16, 2025.
Khan, 33, left her apartment in Singapore a year ago with her husband to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle. Since then, they’ve lived and worked in six different places — from the beaches of Phuket to the rolling hills of Tuscany, from bustling Bangkok to the peaceful coast of Alicante. But it was Bali that stood out above the rest.
Her story isn’t just about discovering the perfect place to work remotely — it’s about what that journey reveals. “Friends often ask, ‘Where’s your favorite place to work?’” she writes. “I’m hesitant to answer because it’s so subjective.” As she points out, choosing a home as a digital nomad is less about vacation vibes and more about daily rhythm: reliable WiFi, community, access to nature, and a sense of balance.
This reflects a deeper truth about digital nomadism: it’s not a race toward perfection, but a path of self-discovery. Every move brings insight. Some places fit, others don’t. And that’s the beauty of it. It’s a lifestyle that grants permission — to explore, to adapt, to grow — without the pressure of getting it all right at once.
In Bali, Khan found that rare combination: practical comfort and emotional alignment. Her villa in Berawa cost $1,800 a month, with a pool, strong WiFi, and weekly cleaning — less than half the rent she paid in Singapore. But more importantly, it offered her space to breathe. Between coworking cafés with rice field views, yoga studios, and warungs serving fragrant Indonesian food, she built a life that felt good. Not perfect, but right for her.
And that’s the essence of this lifestyle. Digital nomadism isn’t just about changing locations — it’s about finding your own dimension, on your own terms. As Khan’s journey shows, the value lies in the freedom to redefine what “home” means, and to find peace in the process of becoming.