There are few things in life that can be more exhilarating than a change of scenery. Especially if it is the right move in order to help with fostering a much-needed push forward to ensure progress!
Natalie Lee is ready for a change, and she is ready to do what it takes to distance herself from the whirlwind tornado that was her experience on Netflix’s “Love Is Blind” and its aftermath.
Lee, 29, announced via an Instagram post today she had moved to Chicago last week!
The “Love Is Blind” star seems to be incredibly optimistic about her new relocation.
‘Moving On Up’ And Moving On
Making the decision to relocate was pivotal for Lee so she could make strides on creating a post-“Love Is Blind” life for herself.
She was extremely candid in the caption for her post.
Lee shared, “This move meant so much more than ‘just a move’: it was the restart I needed to finally close a complex chapter in my life…”
The ‘complex chapter’ Lee is likely referring to is a chapter where her ex-fiancé Shayne Jansen plays a big role.
Lee and Jansen met and connected early on in “Love Is Blind’s” signature pods, but their relationship wasn’t without its bumpy moments on their road to the altar.
Jansen’s feelings for fellow contestant Shaina Hurley further complicated their relationship’s progression, frequently coming up in conversation amongst the couple and the other contestants.
The couple found themselves frequently at odds with one another over Jansen’s interpretation of Lee’s sense of humor and the way she showed affection, among countless other differences.
The “Love Is Blind” chapter in Lee’s life was further elevated by the couple’s choice not to marry one another following an explosive fight before the wedding about the way Jansen had treated her while he had been intoxicated.
It’s All In The Details!
Lee and Jansen’s relationship did not come to an end after cameras stopped rolling.
Jansen and Lee tried several times to make their relationship work, but ultimately could not find themselves in a place where they could salvage their relationship and continue dating.
The couple’s attempted path at reconciling and eventual break-up were chronicled through several respective podcast appearances, including Jansen’s interview with ‘Bachelor’ turned-podcast-host Nick Viall.
Having her life revolve around enduring an extremely public break-up had to have been extremely difficult for Lee, so it’s no wonder she would like to move on to a place where she wasn’t surrounded by constant reminders of her relationship.
“Isn’t it weird how places can hold such sentimental value?,” she continued in her caption, “How that corner nook in your living room can remind you of all the conversations and laughs you had there with someone, and the little chip on the kitchen counter can bring back a funny memory?”
Painting a strong visual for fans to understand the importance of her move was a poignant cherry on top of Lee’s big news!
She finished her caption “Having a new place feels like the fresh start I needed to start making new memories and letting go of the old ones.” Well said, girl!
Lee’s decision to look forward to her future was also greatly supported by some of her “Love Is Blind” besties.
Iyanna McNeely and Mallory Zapata both commented on their pal’s post and showed some love through using emojis!
Cheers to Natalie Lee for the big step she has made in moving forward and figuring out what is best for herself!
