Want honest opinions: Former Tennessean conflicted on moving back

Hey guys!

A little background on me: I am 25 years old, man, originally from Carter County, TN; moved away to NY when I was younger as my mom wanted to give me a better life.

I am planning on moving back with my gf (who grew up and was raised in CT her whole life)

I recently got a full time remote role as a Cybersecurity policy with the state of TN as a contractor, with the ability to convert full time after 6 months to a year.

This is what I’ve been wanting for years on end. Ive been applying for close to two years and finally got it. I am so happy.

Was so happy.

However, now, I am conflicted.

Reason being is, all the craziness going on in the government with women’s rights, minorities rights, and everything else in between.

Money isn’t a problem, as I recently got approved for a 1 bed 1 bathroom apt at a really good price.

There, I’ll be able to afford my own apartment, save more money and invest more into retirement.

But with everything going smoothly, now I’m questioning if I’m making the right decision. Maybe I’m also questioning it bc I’ve never been out on my own before, and am afraid and sad of leaving my mom, stepdad and friends behind.

I hope I am not offending anyone by saying this, I really don’t mean anything by it.

I just don’t want to be unconsciously hurting my partner or the people I care about.