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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 23 MIN

Burned Out in Canada, Happier in India? Moved to India After 20+ Years

from Desi Return Diaries

Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with cross border taxes, RNOR, shipments, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com After 14 years in corporate Canada, Stefan made a decision that many people dream about — but very few actually take. Despite a successful career, good income, and a comfortable life abroad, he found himself feeling mentally exhausted, stuck, and unfulfilled. What started as burnout eventually led him and his wife to rethink everything — career, lifestyle, family, and what “success” really means. In this episode, Stefan shares his honest experience of: Corporate burnout in Canada Daily panic attacks and mental health struggles Why he chose India over Canada Building a new life in Bangalore Entrepreneurship and AI opportunities Challenges after moving to India Social isolation and rebuilding community Cost of living and lifestyle differences OCI and immigration process as a non-Indian spouse Advice for anyone considering moving abroad or returning to India   This is not a “India is perfect” story. It’s an honest conversation about tradeoffs, priorities, and building a life that feels meaningful.

Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with cross border taxes, RNOR, shipments, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com After 14 years in corporate Canada, Stefan made a decision that many people dream about — but very few actually take. Despite a successful career, good income, and a comfortable life abroad, he found himself feeling mentally exhausted, stuck, and unfulfilled. What started as burnout eventually led him and his wife to rethink everything — career, lifestyle, family, and what “success” really means. In this episode, Stefan shares his honest experience of: Corporate burnout in Canada Daily panic attacks and mental health struggles Why he chose India over Canada Building a new life in Bangalore Entrepreneurship and AI opportunities Challenges after moving to India Social isolation and rebuilding community Cost of living and lifestyle differences OCI and immigration process as a non-Indian spouse Advice for anyone considering moving abroad or returning to India   This is not a “India is perfect” story. It’s an honest conversation about tradeoffs, priorities, and building a life that feels meaningful.

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Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with cross border taxes, RNOR, shipments, investments & more: https://services.desireturn.com After 14 years in corporate Canada,...

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