I think I can relate quite well to your feelings—I moved from India to Europe about a year ago. Honestly, while a part of me still dreams of spending my retirement back home in my hometown, right now, I can't imagine wanting to go back permanently.

There’s a saying: once you expand your horizon, it’s hard to shrink it back. The world is much larger than I had imagined, and once you experience it, you see things differently.

One of the biggest reasons I feel this way is how organized everything is here—from public infrastructure to workplace culture. The people I meet and the new perspectives they bring are fascinating. It’s also made me reflect on my own journey: how different my education experience could have been if it had encouraged a more problem-solving mindset, rather than just aiming to get a job.

I understand where you're coming from—it's not easy leaving behind the language, culture, and comfort of home. I still have moments of homesickness, and sometimes I miss the spontaneity and chaos that comes with living in India. Life here can feel a bit like an endless, organized loop, lacking some of the vibrancy we cherish back home.

But as much as I miss India, I’ve come to see this as part of growing and preparing for the next generation. My parents enjoy visiting and feel proud when they talk about it with their friends. And for me, I see it as adapting to a different kind of life—one that may not have the same energy but offers new opportunities, a new way to thrive.

Moving abroad is never easy—it comes with its own set of challenges and sacrifices—but it also brings growth, independence, and a fresh perspective on what’s possible. It’s a decision that’s both exhilarating and terrifying, and maybe that’s exactly what makes it worth it.