Today, Spain spoke back. And for the first time, I understood.
There are days when a destination feels like a backdrop, routine, rinse, repeat.
And then there are days like today…
Days when a destination stops being scenery and becomes a message.
I met up with Ana and Manuel of SolMate, and the moment we sat down over tapas, I felt it, the unmistakable hum of alignment. The kind of connection that doesn’t feel random. The kind of vibe you only get when your life is quietly reassembling itself behind the scenes.
I had just prayed to God that if this is place is meant for me.. make it smoother
The next business day… he answers.
Always has. Always will.
I got my NIE on the spot, saving me time and money of going to another province.
and then meeting these lovely relocation experts who offered to have a collaboration in exchange for content.
Wow, would you look at that.
If I hadn’t moved to Spain, if I hadn’t chosen Málaga of all places… I would not be here right now. I almost booked another province because of a direct Airbnb deal.
I almost chose the cheaper, safer option.
But something in me whispered:
Go where your future is.
Go where it’s common but not too common.
And because I’m me (and because I always consult AI like a digital tarot deck), I ended up in Torremolinos, Málaga.
Its been said its easier to get slots here if you are to process your visa than in other Spain cities, and not too unique that you will barely find people who will understand your case.
And so I did.
How My Life Rearranged Itself Without Asking Permission
Looking back, everything that felt confusing suddenly makes sense:
- Getting my NIE the same day I arrived.
- The bureaucratic chaos of hunting for a digital certificate appointment.
- AI “making it hard” for me to find that booking link.
- Turning to Facebook groups out of desperation.
- Finding Manuel of SolMate
- Asking for help.
- And him offering their service in exchange for content.
Every single step was a breadcrumb.
And here’s the wild part:
If I never documented my life in the Balkans… Manuel would have never seen my value.
If I never posted.
If I never shared.
If I never dared to be seen…
This opportunity would not exist.
My journey has been spiraling forward long before my mind caught up.
The Universe Didn’t Say “No”, It Said “Not Yet.”
Last January, Spain rejected my NIE.
Today, they approved it on the spot.
A redemption arc so clean it could be a Netflix pilot.
And the truth hit me:
If I didn’t have the free time I have now, I wouldn’t survive this bureaucratic marathon.
If I hadn’t cleared up, I wouldn’t have had the time, space, or pressure to build all this.
Losing what I thought I needed made room for what I was actually meant for.
Self-employment is shaping me.
Content creation is chasing me.
And the Universe?
It’s aligning like it’s been waiting for me to finally catch up.
A Sunset That Felt Suspiciously Like a Sign
After tapas, we wandered around Torremolinos, a place I had judged too fast, too early.
Today, Torremolinos felt softer.
Chiller.
More alive.|
I explored new corners.
Watched the sun melt into the horizon.
And for the first time, I saw what everyone else saw.
My camera couldn’t even do it justice.
And on my walk home, groceries in hand, I felt something rare:
Peace.
Not because everything is perfect…but because everything is finally aligned.
Reflections & Realisations
- Sometimes your purpose is hiding inside the detours.
- Bureaucracy is annoying, but it also reroutes you to the right people.
- Your past content becomes your future currency.
- Rejection is redirection (and occasionally divine comedy).
- And Spain?
- Spain feels less like a destination now… and more like a mirror revealing who I’m becoming.
Life gives to those who are brave enough when you ask.
Spain didn’t just accept me.
Spain welcomed me.
FAQ: For Digital Nomads Wandering Spain With a Half-Broken Compass
Is Spain a good country for digital nomads?
Absolutely, sunlight, Wi-Fi, affordable cities, and communities everywhere. Especially if you are from sister countries, you only need 2 years to be a citizen.
Is it normal for bureaucracy to be insane?
Yes. Spain is gorgeous but messy. Bring snacks.
Do small decisions actually matter?
Always. They’re the ones that lead to the major transformations.
Can documenting your life online open real opportunities?
Yes, your content is proof of your value long before people meet you.
Do sunsets in Malága hit different?
Painfully. You need higher SPF. But also so pretty.
Mountains + mediterranean + sunny = lethal combo
Final Takeaway
Today reminded me that life purpose doesn’t arrive all at once, it reveals itself through people, choices, setbacks, paperwork, and sunsets.
Spain didn’t just become a place I live in.
It became a mirror.
And finally… I like what I see.
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