Moving abroad can look very different from what people see on social media. A new country, a different routine and a life away from familiar people can bring experiences that are not always easy to understand from a distance.An Indian woman living in the United States recently shared one such experience through an Instagram video. She showed the area around her at about 9 am and then used the moment to speak about an aspect of life abroad that, according to her, deserves more thought before making such a move.
Woman shares video from US
The video was posted on Instagram by the woman through her account @dil_mange_reels. While recording her surroundings, she points towards different sides of the area and draws attention to how few people are visible.She also refers to a video she had shared earlier, which showed the same surroundings around 6 pm.“Look over here; you won’t see a single person around. Look on this side as well. Yesterday, I posted a video showing what it looks like around 6:00 PM. Right now, I am showing you around 9:00 am, a time when people usually go to the office and there is hustle and bustle outside, but look at the state of things in America,” she is heard saying.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.
What she said about America
The woman says she has seen similar scenes in different parts of the US and mentions California and New York in her comments. At the same time, she says there are some places where the situation is different.“It is like this everywhere, whether it is California, New York, or any other city. Except for a few places, this is the reality everywhere. If you want to come to America, make sure you come mentally very strong, because here, this is all you will see,” she added.She then moves from talking about the surroundings to discussing the personal side of living away from home.
‘You will get everything except people’
According to the woman, people moving to the US may find money and a home, but social connections can be harder to maintain.“You will get money here, you will get a home, you will get everything except people. Even if you meet people, it will only be on their own time and convenience. Before coming here, definitely think twice, because things look very beautiful from a distance, but the reality becomes clear only when you experience it firsthand,” she said.Her comments were centred on the difference between material comforts and having people available for regular companionship.
Internet reacts to the video
The post also received comments from users discussing the experience shown in the clip.One user wrote, “This kind of silence can feel really lonely.”Another said, “Money can’t replace human connection.”A third user commented, “The empty streets at 9 am are surprising.”Another added, “Life abroad is not always as glamorous as it looks.”Disclaimer: This article is based on a social media video and comments shared online. The Times of India has not independently verified the claims made in the video.Thumb image: Instagram
