Moving Back Home After Independence

Hi everyone, and welcome back to another episode of Modern Malayali!After years of living independently for studies, work, or life abroad, moving back home can feel comforting… and confusing at the same time.In this episode of Modern Malayali, I’m joined by Shilka, a newly graduated med student who’s just moved back in with her parents. We talk honestly about what it’s like returning home as an adult: adjusting to routines, navigating boundaries, handling differing expectations, and rediscovering family life from a whole new perspective.We chat about freedom, family expectations, funny misunderstandings, the joy of eating home-cooked meals, and the reality of being an adult under your parents’ roof.Please do go show Shilka some love! @shilka_sabu -----------------------------------------------------About the Modern Malayali podcast: Have you ever wondered how other Malayalis live their lives outside of Kerala? I have. I've always been curious about how other Malayalis navigate their culture while living very modern, Western lives. I’m talking about the influence our culture has had on the decisions and choices we've made — from choosing a career path to choosing a life partner, from how we talk about mental health to how we spend our free time. This is a podcast where Malayalis from all over the world can connect and share stories. We’re all in this together, and I’m sure many of us have had similar experiences. Hopefully, one of these episodes will inspire or reassure you that you're not alone in this.-----------------------------------------------------Please follow, rate, and review the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Music.To stay up to date with new episodes and upcoming guests, find me on Instagram or TikTok! Instagram and TikTok are also a great ways to connect with me, and to let me know if you’re interested in being on the show!-----------------------------------------------------Music by Kalpesh Ajugia from Pixabay.