A Reddit user has shared his plans to return to India after spending five years in the United States, aiming to start afresh, become more social, and embrace life more actively. The user, who described himself as shy and introverted since childhood, revealed that he worked in India for over six years before moving abroad.
Deciding to Change Course
“No one held me back — I was just too lazy and comfortable. Eventually, I hit that point where I realized: ‘If I want more money, I’ll have to actually prepare for interviews.’ And that’s when I thought — if I’m going to work hard anyway, why not take a bigger leap and try doing my Master’s in the US?” he wrote. The move also helped him temporarily escape family pressures regarding marriage.
After completing his studies, he secured a position with an Indian service company in the US. While the pay was modest by American standards, he was able to clear his education loan and save a little, gaining peace of mind.
Preparing for a New Chapter in Chennai
Now, visa issues require him to return to India. “I won’t lie — I feel anxious about starting over. I’m not super tech-savvy, and I’ll probably have to start with a modest salary again. But this time, I’m not going to be that timid, introverted guy anymore,” he said.
He expressed his desire to build meaningful connections and actively engage with people. “I’ve decided to actually talk to people, make new friends, and build real connections. Whether it’s coworkers or strangers you meet casually — I’ve realized everyone has some kind of wisdom or experience worth learning from.”
He plans to move to Chennai and is seeking suggestions for social circles, clubs, weekend activities, volunteering events, or casual hangouts suitable for newcomers. “Any ideas or suggestions are super welcome. I just want to make this comeback count — live in the present, talk more, smile more, and move toward the next goal without regrets,” he wrote.
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