Overview

• The 31-year-old returned last year to Dehradun from Toronto to reunite with family after six years abroad.
• He reports social isolation, struggles to find work that aligns with his skills, and frustration with local infrastructure and lifestyle.
• In a viral June 22 Reddit post, he wrote about feeling 'stuck between two worlds', missing Canada's structure despite its loneliness.
• Respondents advise allowing up to 18 months for adaptation, exploring remote jobs and taking short trips overseas to refresh.
• His story reflects common reverse migration hurdles among NRIs, including culture shock, career shifts and rebuilding social networks.