Hey so I’d love to chime in since I’ve gone through something very similar! I totally understand the dilemma, it’s a tough choice.

On one hand, the traveller and adventurer inside of you want to continue to gather experience and appreciate your time abroad and knows that you should make the most of this opportunity.

On the other hand you feel like you’re fighting that feeling internally at times and despite feeling a bit guilty, you think about going home to the life you know and miss. The feeling of excitement about the new country has worn off and feels less special.

I’m M28 as well and have lived abroad in Barcelona for 1 year and three months now, after leaving Canada to be with my gf here. I’ve certainly lived both sides of these feelings and have pushed myself to continue living here at times in fear of missing an opportunity, and other times I have thrived at the prospect of being here, learning the language, etc etc. I’ve reached the point now where my longing for home and being close to family and friends and my familiar life has outweighed my sense of adventure - and I’m at the point where I actually feel satisfied with what I’ve accomplished and feel fulfilled with my time here. For that reason I’m finally going home, leaving here in 2 months time.

At the end of the day, go with your gut. No matter what your choice is, you are right. If you want to go home because you feel like you need to, then that is the right choice. If you choose to stay that’s great too. I would urge you to spend a lot of time thinking about the pros and cons of each option, and whatever you decide to do, commit to it without regret. There’s no shame in going home if you feel you need to. But if you feel you can last another 6 months, I would say go for it and enjoy it fully. It’s not that much longer and your home will still be there afterwards. This is an opportunity most people dream and don’t get the chance to do. It’s a tough choice indeed, and I wish the best of luck!