My move from the US to Paris has come with a lot of benefits, but finding love has felt impossible

Dating and finding love in another country has been challenging — so much so that I'm considering moving back home.

Naydeline Mejia

• I've lived in Paris for several years, and finding love as an American has been challenging.
• A language barrier and differing dating cultures make it tough to connect with potential partners.
• At times, I consider moving back home to New York so I might have an easier time finding love.

When I visited Paris for the first time in 2022 during my inaugural solo trip...