Thanks to ChatGPT, an American woman changed her life. Exhausted by her tech career in San Francisco, Julie Neis left everything behind to settle in Uzès, in the south of France.
Every morning, Julie Neis sits down at a table in the Place aux Herbes, in the heart of Uzès in the Gard region, to enjoy a coffee facing the fountain. This peaceful routine in the south of France is something the American woman would never have imagined without the help of… ChatGPT, reports CNN.
Originally from Michigan and raised in Texas, Julie Neis enjoyed a long and successful career in tech in San Francisco. But after years of stress and exhaustion, she nearly burned out. Seeking to regain balance, she turned to France, a country she had discovered as a teenager and where she had previously lived in Paris. Unable to choose a new destination, she trusted her decision to ChatGPT.
She’s selling everything to move to France
After describing his situation, values, and desires (a relaxed lifestyle, local markets, a pleasant climate, and an international community), the artificial intelligence assistant offered him two options: Sarlat-la-Canéda and Uzès. The AI ultimately chose the latter, deeming it more accessible and dynamic.
A few months later, Julie left the United States, sold her car, and landed in Nice with just two suitcases. From there, she took the train to Avignon before driving to Uzès. Upon arrival, she says she felt a connection: the medieval streets, the light, and the friendly atmosphere were exactly what she was looking for. She settled into a small furnished apartment, explored the market, the cafés, and the gentle pace of life in the South.
Constrained, but a peaceful life.
Far from the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley, Julie is rediscovering the pleasure of connecting with people without work being the primary topic of conversation. While she acknowledges that small-town life has its drawbacks (shops closed on Sundays, trips to Nîmes or Avignon for certain wanderers), she appreciates the peace and quiet, the close-knit community, and the more affordable cost of living.
Her YouTube channel, French Julie Travels, allowed her to meet other expats and build a circle of friends. She now organizes retreats and culinary tours to share her French way of life. This fresh start, she explained to CNN, has allowed her to regain her mental balance after years of exhaustion. Julie is now considering buying a property in Uzès, convinced that ChatGPT made the right choice.
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