From Feeling Stuck in Canada to Finding Freedom in Puerto Vallarta
By Dez | My Deztination: Mexicos Trusted Residency + Relocation Expert
When Marcus first reached out to My Deztination, he wasn’t just looking for a change of scenery. He was craving peace, purpose, and a deeper connection to himself. On the outside, his life in Canada looked great. But as Marcus puts it, "Inside I felt stuck and restless. It was like I was surviving instead of actually living."
At just 29 years old, Marcus made the leap that many spend a lifetime contemplating. Two years later, he now lives a life filled with intention, connection, and clarity.
“Brave but exhausted”: The Moment Everything Changed
Marcus didn’t have a single dramatic wake-up call. Instead, he described it as a quiet knowing. “I was doing all the right things, but none of it felt aligned. I realized I couldn’t keep living that way.”
It wasn’t easy. Leaving meant confronting fears of failure, judgment and letting go of the familiar. But he was ready. "I was hopeful but unsure. Ready to leap, even without a safety net." somewhere that doesn’t make you fight for your own existence.
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Something about Puerto Vallarta just called to him. The ocean, the jungle, the warmth, it wasn’t logical, it was visceral. "The vision came more from feeling than logic. I knew I needed space to reconnect with who I really was."
Working with Dez helped ground that vision in reality. Marcus described her support as "deeper than logistics. It was emotional and energetic." She helped him move through fear, keep calm through the chaos, and trust the process.
"She was an anchor when everything felt uncertain."
Shedding Survival, Choosing Presence
Settling in Mexico wasn’t just about the sunshine or the cost of living. It was about reclaiming himself. Marcus says:
"Healing isn’t always soft. Sometimes it’s confronting and humbling. But living here forced me to stop running from myself."
He left behind old identities, survival habits, and the need for external validation.
"Authenticity is non-negotiable now. Solitude showed me truth. I’m not afraid to sit with the discomfort anymore."
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A Day in the Life Now
Today, Marcus’s days look wildly different than they did two years ago.
"I wake with the sun. I move my body, I connect with nature, I work on things that feel meaningful. My nervous system finally feels safe."
He describes his home in Puerto Vallarta as more than a destination it’s where his spirit feels expanded. "Freedom to me now isn’t about money or status. It’s about living in alignment with my truth."
To Anyone Feeling the Same Pull
"If you're feeling the call to make a big change, know that fear doesn’t mean stop. It usually means growth is waiting."
Marcus has no regrets about the leap.
"Trust yourself. Everything you’re afraid of leads to your becoming."
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Marcus worked with Dez and the My Deztination team to navigate everything from housing and immigration to mindset and lifestyle design.
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Dez is the founder of My Deztination
Mexico’s trusted relocation advisor. With over seven years living in Mexico, she knows the importance of trustworthy and professional guidance & support. She specializes in personalized consultations, private neighborhood tours, and full-service relocation packages to help clients move to Mexico the easy way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can young people or digital nomads relocate to Mexico?
Absolutely. While many clients are retirees, we also help younger clients like Marcus remote workers, creatives, and entrepreneurs who want to live a more intentional life abroad.
What if I don’t know where to move yet?
That’s normal. Our VIP neighborhood tours help you explore different cities like Puerto Vallarta, Ajijic, or Mexico City to find your perfect fit based on lifestyle, values, and vibe.
Is this just for wealthy people?
No. We help clients on a range of budgets from frugal digital nomads to comfortable retirees find aligned housing, local services, and sustainable lifestyle options.
Can My Deztination help me with emotional support too?
Yes. We don’t just handle logistics we support the emotional journey, identity shifts, and personal transitions that come with relocation.