She Let ChatGPT Choose Her New Life

After years of climbing the corporate ladder in tech, American creator Julie Neis found herself drained by constant stress, burnout, and the endless pressure of modern life.

She had everything she thought she wanted — a good salary, global travel, professional success — yet felt completely empty inside.

Searching for a change, she turned back to the country that had always felt like home: France.

But this time, she decided to do something unconventional — she let ChatGPT choose where she should live.

After entering her life story, personal values, and dreams for a slower, more connected lifestyle, the AI suggested two small towns: Sarlat-la-Canéda and Uzès.

Julie told it to pick one — and it chose Uzès. Trusting the algorithm, she quit her job, sold her car, and moved with just two suitcases.

Now, surrounded by cobblestone streets, open-air markets, and a warm community, Julie says it’s the happiest she’s ever been.