A Reddit user who spent four years abroad—two in Texas and two across Amsterdam, Paris, and Munich—shared that returning to India has been “the best decision of my life.” The post, which has sparked discussions online, outlines both the pros and cons of settling back in a tier-3 South Indian town while working remotely on a good salary.
Life Without Racism and Better Healthcare Access
One of the biggest reliefs, the user noted, was freedom from racial undertones. “I feel genuinely good knowing my kids will go to school where no one will call them ‘Jeets,’ ‘brown curry,’ ‘poop blocker,’ or whatever the latest insult might be. That peace of mind is priceless. I have never faced direct racism in any countries. But subtle racism in US. Like waiters hesitating to attend us. Not using ‘please’ When others interacting with us etc.”
Healthcare accessibility was another key advantage. Unlike in the US or Europe, where he faced long waiting times, India offered immediate medical help. “In India, you can get a same-day appointment with a brain surgeon or super-specialty doctor, and it’s surprisingly affordable,” he wrote, pointing to his uncle’s free liver transplant at Vellamal hospital as an example.
Financial Edge and Family Proximity
The Redditor explained that money stretches further in India. With commercial property investments, he earns ₹1 lakh monthly while keeping expenses below ₹20,000. Household help, including a cook formerly employed at a hotel, adds to his lifestyle quality. Emotional reasons were equally powerful in his decision. “What if I only get to see my mom 10–15 more times in my life? That hit hard. Now, I see her every day, and that kind of comfort is irreplaceable.”
Although he admitted that public transport in India lacks European cleanliness and efficiency and that corruption still exists, he stressed that these drawbacks have little impact on his daily life. For him, the vibrancy, affordability, and family closeness make India the place where he truly belongs.
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