Thank you for your advice Angie!

I think the gradual approach is best for me. Slowly, but surely I will feel comfortable in this city.

I do love exercising and going to the gym, so a personal trainer isn’t a bad idea. I’m not sure if I can afford one, but I can look into it.

There is a Zen Buddhist group nearby that I was thinking of visiting. I’m not sure if they have any sessions for newbies though since I’m rather unfamiliar with Zen practices. I currently do meditate every day in the morning and it help, but I would love to join a sangha.