It has to be done.
It's like I've been one of those long-term relationships where in some ways you're being gaslit by a skilled, charming narcissist for many, many years, only to wonder how you're going to get out of the arrangement with some pride and dignity. They're forever telling you that they're your best option.
They're not.
And maybe 15 years ago they were.
But times have moved on, plans and companies have move on and there are better options. And I've been a bit stubborn and lazy and never really bothered to get the cheapest plan. I'm also in need of reliable, fast telecommunications.
And give them their due, Telstra, despite being rip-off merchants, do provide a reliable service.
I'm also wanting to stay on the Telstra network for my mobile coverage. Travelling as much as I do, it's the best network for coverage. When my parents were living out the back of Myponga, it was the only network that had any reach. I still feel more secure with the Telstra network. There are plenty of decent options.
A colleague gave me some advice about breaking up with Telstra. Make the move just before your post-pay account is nearly up. They won't give you any money back - or they'll make you wait months to get it back.
Then there's the modem question. Do you get a new one, stay with the one I have, or bring your own?
There's also the problem with the email account. Stupidly, bravely, I've had used a Telstra email account for years. Transitioning onto another account will take time. I'll have to go have a talk to Telstra about moving things over to another account - or keeping it - but a small cost.
Like all well-considered breakups, this will take a little time. The decision is made. It's now a matter of making preparations to leave - just like separating from an abusive partner.
That, by the end of everything, I hope to be saving $50 a month, never a bad thing.
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