
Q: Hey Nik, I know you don’t do the “ask Nik” section anymore but I’m reaching out for advice because you’re always dead on… I’m 28, I just ended a 2 year relationship with a guy last night who I just found out cheated. Problem is, we moved in together (stupid) 3 weeks ago in L.A. I don’t know whether to move back to the bay area, or stay in LA, find a job here quickly and have him move out? He said he would move out and leave me with everything we just bought. I’m torn and confused. My parents have a house in the bay area so I could go there for a while but I think there might be more opportunity in LA. Either way I have to start over but I’m glad I’m done with that douchebag. Where are all the good guys Nik? Will I even find one in LA? Congrats on the baby, I’m so envious of what you and Shayne have. You guys are both very blessed. By the way, I got +2s in July and I have you to thank for influencing my decision. Thanks Nik.
A: Move back to the bay. Communicative family is the only constant in life that will always love and support you. Chasing affection in LA is like asking the devil for a copy of the bible. I always tell people how much I hate LA because it kills heart and confidence. Find yourself back home and stop forcing what you think you deserve.- nik
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amber
Excellent advice!
Barbara
Ditto that. Stick with nik. I love Palo Alto. I’d live there if I could instead of A2. My stepdaughter used to live there while post docing at Stanford, but now she lives in L.A. working as an analytic Chemist for a defense contractor. The Bay area rocks! Visit the Amma Center in San Ramon. Its beautiful and you will find some great and loving spiritually centered guys there. Good luck!
sara
awesome advice
and hugs to you.