Picture it: You move to New York City. The Big Apple. The city so nice, they named it twice.
Everything that you've seen in TV shows and movies growing up has told you that what you are embarking on is a roller coaster, but a fun one. You'll make new friends easily, live in a small apartment that you can barely afford but that you love, and feel like a main character in a story of your own creation.
But here's the truth, or at least the truth according to someone who arrived in NYC just over a month ago — moving to the Big Apple is no walk in the park. Over the past few weeks, I've experienced plenty of good moments amid some challenges. The most difficult things I've dealt with, however, could've been avoided if I hadn't made these four rookie mistakes. Take a look.