Returning home to MV: Between homesickness and new roots

Returning home to MV: Between homesickness and new roots

A summer evening in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: The author sits at the grill and enjoys sausages while the children sleep. The calls of the seagulls remind him of the sea, even though he is in the city. What a contrast! SVZ reports how a week earlier, while driving with his partner to a wedding in Berlin, he noticed the hustle and bustle of the capital. Traffic and noise were omnipresent there. During the journey, memories awakened in him that made him think about his return to Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.

Returning to one's roots is not only a geographical but also an emotional journey. The author repeatedly asks himself whether he has really arrived. While he has explored various cities in Germany, he has mixed feelings about the decision to return to the more rural part of Germany. The winter in his new home in particular is a challenge, even if the nature and encounters with people bring beautiful aspects.

A new home and the challenges

Of course, moving back raises questions. What can returnees expect in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania? On mv4you Newcomers, returnees and those who love their homeland can find helpful information about contact points in the region. The first point of contact, the Welcome Center, offers free advice on the housing market, child care and many other relevant topics.

There are numerous offers, especially for families: information about kindergartens and schools is clearly structured. The Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania education server also helps you find suitable schools. If you are interested in vocational training, you will find everything your heart desires on “Get Started in MV” – from trainee atlases to training companies.

Quality of life in rural areas

But back to the challenges in the rural region. Quality of life is an often discussed topic. A study shows that in rural areas, such as in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, this often lags behind the urban ones. The Research paper investigates that the life satisfaction of the East German population tends to be lower in rural areas than in urban areas. It turns out that a good economic base, with a low unemployment rate and less income inequality, correlates with higher life satisfaction. In addition, a higher GDP does not necessarily mean a higher level of satisfaction among residents.

These insights shed light on the quality of life in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and the appreciation of things that are often overlooked. In rural areas, where nature and human encounters are paramount, unexpected opportunities for personal development and satisfaction often arise.

The author longs for more spontaneity and an appreciative interaction with one another. He invites readers to share their own journey and the associated stories of homesickness and return. A call that shows that each of us has a personal connection to our roots, and that the desire for home and community remains strong even in times of change and challenges.