How to Tell Friends You Are Moving Away
Moving to a new city is exciting and sad at the same time. Here is how to tell the people you care about that you are leaving.
Warm and Honest Announcement
RecommendedHey [Name], I have some news. I am moving to [City/Area] in [timeframe]. It is bittersweet -- I am excited about [new opportunity / fresh start / being closer to family], but leaving here means leaving people like you, and that is the hard part. You are someone I absolutely want to keep in my life, distance or not. Can we make plans to hang out before I go?
Alternative Versions
More Direct Version
directHey [Name], I am moving to [City] in [timeframe]. Wanted to tell you in person but did not want you to hear it from someone else first. Let us hang before I go.
Warmer Version
warmHey [Name], so I have some news that I am both excited and sad about. I am moving to [City]! It is a great opportunity but honestly, leaving people like you is the hardest part. You are someone I refuse to lose touch with. Can we plan something special before I go? I need all the good memories I can get.
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When to Use This
Share this when: - You have confirmed your move - You want to tell close friends before they hear it elsewhere - You are ready for the conversation - You have a rough timeline to share
What Not to Say
Avoid: - Telling them the day before you leave - Making it sound like you are abandoning them - Being overly dramatic about it - Not following through on keeping in touch - Announcing it only on social media