I quit my job in banking and moved countries to chase my dreams

[@breathininluxembourg]

You go girl! I waited 13 years. Now, am actually earning far lesser but far much happier. No more unnecessary office dramas and I finally get to see the sun in the day.

[@TikaGhafar]

omg totally relate to finally getting to see sun in the day 😂😅 congratulations to you though for achieving your desired life! what are you doing at the moment, if you don't mind me asking? :)

[@BlockchainRealms]

Tika this one line enough you touched my heart "pursue a life that feels good rather than looks good"

[@TikaGhafar]

aw I'm glad it did ☺️ definitely smth i try to live by as much as possible

[@BenIsFiguringitOut]

I will ALWAYS root for people to do what’s best for them no matter what. Time is hella precious and nonrefundable. At the end of the day, we have to individually live our own lives. F*ck how others see what we choose to do. Life is short!

[@Prabowo-P..Indonesia]

Malingsia

[@TikaGhafar]

@@BenIsFiguringitOut 💯 totally agree! your best will look different to someone else's so we all gotta figure out what that journey looks like for ourselves :)

[@kelsey_roy]

You moved to Melbourne- one of the most expensive cities 🌆 in the world. 🤦‍♂️

[@laturista1000]

Girl power!!! Dont let anyone stop you!

[@laturista1000]

​@@kelsey_royshe makes millions, she can afford it

[@herrefinedsoul]

I feel you gurl.. 9 - 5 grind is not for everyone. Hats off to you for chasing your dreams & kicking fear in the butt. Theres more to life than work. I wish you well for the future x

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you so much! it means a lot to hear words of encouragement like this 😊🙏🏻

[@VeganLeanClean]

Wow, this video popped up on my feed at the right time. Everything you said resonates so much with me, especially this idea that has been sold from childhood that the correct path in life is through education and then get a good-paying job. As if that would guarantee happiness. I am 10 years older than you are, with a house and a child, so unfortunately I cannot just pack up my life and move away somewhere on short notice. But I am pursuing content creation as well in order to quit my horrible corporate job one day. Just today I found myself having low motivation to work on my fifth video for my channel, but after watching this video I will get right back at it :D

[@xdgs567z]

I have exactly the same mindset and realizations as you! After graduating and finally working, I started to realize that my 9 to 5 job was not making me happy. Yes, I was making money and able to buy stuff with what I earned, I felt exhausted and unfulfilled. I started taking long vacations to poor foreign countries and found out I was more happy living a simple life in those countries. It didn’t take a lot of money and I wasn’t tied down by a 9 to 5 job. Whenever I go back home from these long trips to work again, I became depressed and exhausted again. Every year, I would look forward to my next long trip. But overall, I want that feeling every day of living a fulfilling life. Life is short. We shouldn’t wait until we are retired to explore the world 😅

[@laturista1000]

Be an onlyfans girl and u can travel all day

[@bellamari4034]

absolutely true, i also did that....taking vacations in 3rd world countries and found so much happiness in the simplicity of life. i usually immersed myself in local life.

[@_rohitbagde_]

You're brave to take that step and congratulations for being bold and taking that step! You're inspiring many..

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you so much for the kind words ☺️

[@hails1244]

Two things I've learned. 1) There is no free lunch (i.e. choose your hard), whichever path you take will have consequences, there is no silver bullet. 2) You only get to live one version of your life, you will never know what the "other path" would have been which tells you how fragile life is no matter what, we are extremely mortal.

[@TikaGhafar]

absolutely 💯 two things i contemplate on a lot

[@aymonhamid-ud2ts]

Are you married?​@@TikaGhafar

[@newafricanforum]

I like that philosophical outlook on life

[@liene4619]

Oh, I feel this so much. I was in the same cycle. All of your points resonated with me so much. ❤

[@TikaGhafar]

@@liene4619 I'm glad you could relate a lot to this 🙏🏻🥺

[@chey358]

I can totally relate! I left my job in banking and moved from the Philippines to Sydney. It was a tough decision, but I wanted to make a change and follow my dreams. Being out of my comfort zone has taught me so much, and it's inspiring to hear about others taking the leap too. 😊

[@TikaGhafar]

that's awesome, I'm so happy for you!! what are you currently doing in Sydney? :)

[@Iainey]

“A life that feels good is infinitely better than a life that looks good” YES AGREED 1000%, I gotta print this quote & hang it up on my wall 👏🏻 I’ve literally been there done that too 😭

[@TikaGhafar]

absolutely!! so so important, and something i need to keep reminding myself of too!

[@jummypinyapat]

Very warm cozy vibe on the way you talk. And thanks for help reminding me about the precious of the time. And we shouldn’t wait to live the life. I should consider perusing the path to lead me to the dream life I want to do even though I am also into the job I am doing right now but if I continue I will never move on to next path of my life :)

[@thurxz]

You don’t know how much this video really gives me encouragement and goosebumps on how much it relates to my situation. Thank you and glad I found your video. Subscribed and Liked! Keep sharing your story!

[@TikaGhafar]

ahhh I'm so so happy to hear that! I'm wishing you all the very best on your journey 💪🏻 and thank you so much for supporting this channel 🥺✨

[@DesignYourBecoming]

Wish I was more explorative during my younger years like yourself. Somehow at this age, finding myself at this crossroad of whether to quit my corporate job too but I need proper planning to take that leap of faith. Love your sharing as it's so relatable!

[@DonnaMalin]

Congratulations! New beginnings are exciting !

[@3000jayrich]

Every word spoken/every insight shared here is gold! Smart, brave and inspirational young lady... good luck, go get it!

[@tothemoon1953]

Thanks the algorithm. I guess I'm around the same age as you and this, all, is what I felt. I'm not someone who's good at expressing myself so thanks for making a video - letting me know I'm not alone and I'm not escaping from the corporate reality. I'm even watching this at my lunch break in my office; one of the banks in Msia lmao. This year has been hard for me, I have been preparing to quit for some time but each time I will say timing is not good & then again, who is to say when is the right time? Given myself a due date and hopefully, take a leap of faith this time 🤝🏻

[@TikaGhafar]

helloo fellow msian banker! the coincidences are wild 😂 and you're right, I don't believe that the "right" time exists. just like how they say if you start when you "feel ready" then you'll never start. when's your deadline that you've given yourself? and have you got an idea as to what you'd like to do instead of the corporate hustle? :)

[@denniszenanywhere]

I was you 12 years ago with my own startup which crashed and burned after 2 years. For the past 10 years now, I have worked as a content creator for a few companies, using my background in advertising agency work. This hasn't worked so well, which is an understatement to what I have experienced. Next month, I'll be doing the reverse -- doing the corporate grind again with big revenue targets. I guess we all have our journeys to take. I wish you the best.

[@clarencet209]

U r so dumb to hav wasted ur time chasing " dreams "

[@mangoesandgrapes3073]

resonate with this so much. I quit my corporate jobs 2 months ago, but now i'm not sure what my next step will be. best of luck in pursuing your dreams - i'll be following along and rooting for you!!

[@TikaGhafar]

ahh that's exciting! you'll figure it out with time 🙏🏻 wishing you luck on your journey too! and thank you so much for supporting this channel 🥹✨ do let me know if there's any content specifically that you'd like to see esp regarding quitting 9-5/finding your own path etc! :)

[@plm8830]

Intelligence is defined as the ability to adapt. People today cannot adapt to the demands of today's world. BUT the few that can step back and out of their frame of mind and see themselves from the outside, will find a way.

[@auclayton]

This video is a true gem! 💎 Pursue your goals and live your life. You only get one chance.

[@nurulimankamran4412]

I feel like you are speaking on my behalf. I was from malaysia working my ass off doing 36 hours rotation in hospital. Now I'm in nsw aussie. People only want to hear your success story, not the struggles that come with it. Now I'm content with my life.

[@misnahsalama3760]

Ugh I am juggling right now with stay in my 7 years of work or just quit. But watching this, so much much helpful! thank you for the note. Good luck sister!

[@usefulknowledge101]

Your story is truly inspiring for those who want to live a fulfilling life. Thank you.

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you so much! glad you enjoyed the video ☺️

[@AJ-du6om]

Hi Tika, welcome to Melbourne! Everything you said in the video rang so true. I'm ready to leap into the unknown too by leaving my "safe", relatively well paying but personally unfulfilling job. Wish you all the best Tika and hope you enjoy your stay here.

[@TikaGhafar]

aw thank you! really loving it here so far ☺️ out of curiosity what are you transitioning from/to?

[@AJ-du6om]

​@@TikaGhafarsorry Tika! Wasn't aware you had replied until now. I'm a burnt out teacher...😅

[@joyfullencounters]

the audio quality is 👌🏻 thank you for sharing & i can relate to everything you said esp the golden promise

[@TikaGhafar]

thank youu! corporate dropout girlies for life ahah ✨🥹

[@joyfullencounters]

@@TikaGhafar honored to have this title

[@Natesha_Laree]

5:20 I have a similar story that haunts me: I saw one of the VIPs at my former job on a fairly regular basis - usually in the elevators. He was sooo excited about retiring, which he did in 2020 during the lockdowns. He moved across country with his wife to begin their new chapter. Sadly, he was unalived during a robbery a few weeks later. 😔 I keep thinking about how he waited alllll those years to retire only to pass away shortly after.😢

[@babeskjo]

😢😢

[@walterleigh8193]

Bee trying to convince my son to change his career because he looked stressed but failed to do so because of two college bound daughters and health insurance,he is in his 50’s. Good job in your communication! smart to take the leap,good luck and be happy!

[@serigamel]

I had a similar experience when i first started working (around the same time as you). I realised this was not the life i wanted so i quit and joined a better company that let me work from home and leave work sharp at 5pm. I dont work a minute longer than i must, and my off-times are always respected. You dont have to leave the corporate grind altogether to regain your peace. But i admit i am super lucky to land this kind of job and supportive bosses & healthy culture in the corporate world.

[@j0hnnyl3gend]

don't know how I found this video but it's a beautiful message that was poignantly presented!

[@AnnelleLansangan]

Just found your channel. I resonate with so many of your points. Rooting for you 🎉❤

[@TikaGhafar]

aw I'm so glad the video resonated with you! and thank you so much ☺️✨

[@dataArtists]

Well done Tika! Very sound thinking. Suggest you read the book of Proverbs, there are 31 chapters, read one chapter a day each month. Become wiser still! Praying for you.🙏

[@TikaGhafar]

Thank you for supporting this channel! appreciate it a lot ☺️✨🙏🏻

[@jaskim9652]

😀😀😀😀this made me smile this morning. Broke down the past months in my new banking job, contemplating next steps

[@TikaGhafar]

I'm so sorry to hear that you've been having a rough time 😭 i totally get it. you'll get out of it soon, and i wish you well on your journey 🙏🏻✨

[@kiwi-ne2cg]

hey Tika! i am so grateful this video stumbled upon my feed. i have a very similar background as yours - 25 y/o female, worked as a product manager in the fintech space in Malaysia for nearly 2 years, got severely burnt out, resigned and moved to Melbourne for my gap year since April this year. my interest leans towards the design field and im hoping to pursue it one day! i am so happy to see someone else who has such a similar profile and i hope we can be friends! meanwhile, i hope you're having the best time in Melb :))

[@TikaGhafar]

aw hey there! how crazy that our stories are so similar, and how lovely to meet another kindred spirit on a similar path 🥹 would love to connect with you if you're down! my email is [e-mail] ☺️ super interested to hear about your plans and what led you here etc.

[@Ore7788]

Mad respect for those who decided to leave corporate slave job and to those who stayed despite hardship of life reality to fulfill daily basic needs of the family. Everyone has their own reality and has to respect choices in life.

[@HelloDebbieRoy]

This resonates so much. I remember before quitting my 9to5 I had a complete burnout and that’s when I told myself never again.

[@proxxymax6814]

Go girl!!! From 1 banker to another!!! I so wanted to move to Down Under ever since I came back from Perth! The air, the people, the food, the cheese... But fate had it that bankers are not needed there, and I wanted to learn welding to be able to switch skills. When came July 2017, Turnbull signed the skills age limit to max 45 from 50, all my hopes and dreams were gone... I can NEVER migrate to Oz anymore... So you please please please live to the fullest your time there. There are thousands of us who would trade for you!

[@AnggeDiary]

Good luck to your future endeavors!!! Fighting you got this! ❤

[@cookie611]

Inspiring video😊 Tuesdays with morrie is my fave too, and your reason no 5 really hits the spot for me 😅 tq for sharing

[@Humour_as_Dead_as_Skin]

Wow, i really like your calm personality❤

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you 🥺 that's nice of you to say

[@pseudomonasaeruginosa4104]

You go girl! I wish you all the best. I’m going to make that step next summer and can’t wait 🎉

[@TikaGhafar]

thank youu! wishing you all the best to 🤗 what are your plans for this next part of your life?

[@pseudomonasaeruginosa4104]

@@TikaGhafar Tanks! After 10 years of corporate work I'm gonna start my own business! This will make it possible for me to travel so much! I can't wait!

[@SigneJenson]

So many good points in this video. I resonate with every word you said

[@TikaGhafar]

aw I'm glad you resonated with it 🙏🏻✨

[@jewelminor5526]

Thank you for your insight and your transparency.😊

[@thedangclub]

Those are great life lessons! I worked at a good position at the government, but I could nog get a full time contract. I was very upset, struggling to find a new job. Now I work at a social enterprise and have my own social media business. And I like it! Keep going! 😊

[@atikanazamusa]

this video made me teared up for a reason - it feels like I’m listening to myself

[@TikaGhafar]

ahh I'm glad this resonated with you 🥺 you're def not alone

[@growingeveryday3966]

Although I've never been in corporate job .. but I could totally relate to being burn out... it took me almost 2 good year to recover or may be a little more... sending you peace and love🌸

[@fatimaalejo6034]

Hello Ms. Tika 😁 I can relate so much.. I am a bank teller since 2019 and finally retired from corporate world months ago😅 It wasn’t an easy transition but I am completely happy too 😁

[@biensnts]

Omg im currently at a crossroads and stumbled upon this video. Thank you 🥺🙏🏼

[@TikaGhafar]

ahh I'm glad you could relate 🙏🏻 are you also contemplating on quitting your job or changing careers?

[@SamSaysWrite]

Just subscribed! You're so inspirational, and I think you were the sign I was waiting for. Thank you for sharing your journey! I'm excited to see what's in store for you, Tika! 🎉

[@TikaGhafar]

ahhh thank you so much for supporting this channel! and really appreciate the encouragement 🥺✨ are you thinking of going on a similar journey?

[@SamSaysWrite]

@@TikaGhafar I am! ☺️ I truly admire your courage to go after and create the life you want 🫶

[@TikaGhafar]

@@SamSaysWrite aaah that's exciting! I'm wishing you all the best and i hope so much that you will achieve the life of your dreams 💖

[@SamSaysWrite]

@@TikaGhafar thank you so much!!! 💕💕💕

[@moonlightsonata37]

New subcriber here. You let me realize lot of things as a chaser of happiness. Thanks

[@sunriselotus]

i work in medicine and dang it is TOXIC I can't believe the whole world is like that. my burn out occurred in pandemic and was life threatening. thank you for sharing your story.

[@adamsad4891]

Omg... I'm living the banking life you are talking about.. Now I'm planning to switch works...

[@AD-qm3bv]

Subscribed! Wish the best for your future. Im watching this and i wanna kms whilst working 😭

[@aphroditerecommendations8023]

happy for you :) Good luck on your journey!

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you so much! 😊

[@jopearlycpt]

Just subscribed. Thank u for this video. Wish u all the best in Melbourne

[@bobb.2260]

i genuinely think people who work corporate lose their souls after enough time. i also looked around at older colleagues and none of them inspired me, i couldn't imagine being their age and still working corporate. so i need to get out before that happens

[@maysefagundes3011]

Thank you for the video ❤

[@TikaGhafar]

you're most welcome 🤗 thank you so much for supporting this channel!

[@mansipandya9639]

Oh my god. Your video came at such right time.

[@TikaGhafar]

I'm so glad!

[@kagepoker]

Good and strategic but don't forget that sometimes even your ideal work can feel tedious and you have to push through it. There will be peaks, troughs and plateaus.

[@TikaGhafar]

this is very true. thank you for the reminder! ☺️

[@Kreen-v6p]

The key words that u mentioned.... A pay that is just enough.... and... Sacrifice for something that u don't care enough....

[@MeditationWithAmber]

The KZbin algorithm gods sent me this video and I'm so glad they did! There are so many similarities in our stories -- I am also 27 and left my PM role at Microsoft this March to pursue my dream of teaching meditation full time. I relate so much to wanting to maximize your time here on earth and not spend it doing something that is just "good enough". Excited to follow your journey and where it takes you! New sub

[@mrstrawberry2628]

May all your wishes come true in your heart feeling soul

[@mikesmith1702]

The secret of life is knowing when to stop.

[@gabriellegean8488]

Rooting for you love 💖

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you babygirl ❤❤

[@Shishii99-]

I came across this video when I really need inspiration & support from someone who can understand what I went thru. I am that another depressed corporate girly that quit jobs without any backups plan because it really effects me mentally. I took career break for a year to take good care of my mental health. So watching your video really does give me reassurance. I was thinking of moving to Australia too can you share a lil bit details step by step on how you plan your journey migrating to Australia?

[@emacro65]

Good on you. Best of luck!

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you!!! 😊

[@JohnnyVichi]

we with you tikaaa

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you for the support and encouragement 🥺😭✨

[@confusedmeee]

I am coming here because I am from banking as well. but I never stop, they told me to stop. I lost my job. I don't know how to find work now and working holiday visa has age limit which 30 years old. but it is true even I work till retire which 20 years more, I won't get enough fund for retirement also what's next, what did I do all these years. This is how I encourage my life, I will never has the job forever. Probably I must do something. I still cannot find, everything just stuck. As long as you happy, everything you do is right. I support you :)

[@TikaGhafar]

hello fellow banker! i understand the feelings of confusion and frustration that you're probably going through. it sounds like you'd like to change your circumstances, and to that i wish you all the very best 🙏🏻✨

[@vanhalen45]

It has become clear to me that career / life planning is completely absent from high school and university core missions. That trajectory you were on was part of the "successful banker/wall street type" script. This is one of the very familiar ones. There are many others. I was just watching a video about a couple in retirement that moved from Texas to Sicily (Italy) and now live very happily on less than $1500 / month for 2 people. They get healthier food, life is slower, and friends are abundant. Makes you think.

[@anferneec]

Wow so courageous! Good on you Tika. How are you enjoying Australia?

[@ابنأديبدرالدين]

Great vid👏

[@WilliamRandomUploads]

Wow, respect for being able to make that leap. Fellow Malaysian here who is doing random content creation in Sydney haha

[@TikaGhafar]

aahh fellow msian! have you always lived in Sydney? wishing you the best on your own content journey 🙏🏻

[@WilliamRandomUploads]

@@TikaGhafar I have just moved here last year so can relate to your journey. Worked in Malaysia for 5 years before moving over 👍🏼

[@TikaGhafar]

@@WilliamRandomUploads oh nice! are you working full time atm and doing YT on the side? :)

[@WilliamRandomUploads]

@@TikaGhafar yes that’s right :) don’t think I will reach the point of doing content creation full time 🥲

[@TikaGhafar]

@@WilliamRandomUploads aw why not tho? and is that a goal/dream of yours?

[@LastingLight-bb1wb]

Nice content tika..i just remind you all that end of time is near prepared with do charity to your goodness in eternal life..

[@TikaGhafar]

thank you!

[@learnadvancedenglish7275]

Lovely to hear that ❤

[@rishandprish]

😊 Health is wealth

[@elaineonlinebizventures]

I was having a dream the other day that I would die in a day or two, and I felt so disappointed and regretful... So that's when I decided to change!!

[@ROAMINGRHYTHMSINLIFE1]

🎉follow your dreams.wish you all the best

[@Thewanderlust2024]

Beautiful ❤ totally relatable

[@TikaGhafar]

I'm glad the video resonated with you 🙏🏻

[@fauzatfaizal]

Humans would rather pick certain misery over uncertain outcomes...omg...how true.

[@Paulus374]

New Subscriber here love your story ❤

[@alisajaen3477]

Love this ❤❤

[@hushlittlegracie933]

Can you make a video about figuring out about visa to enter and live in another country? Thank you.

[@EricMoore790]

We only live once!

[@25bloomingfleurs]

got yourself a new subscriber here! hi!! just wondering, are you available on other social media platforms?

[@jesss.f]

thank you for sharing ❤

[@AG-so4gl]

I was in banking for 20 years, yes 20. Must be crazy, right. Just handed in my notice to go live life😊

[@TikaGhafar]

that's amazing!!! congrats 👏🏻 I'm excited for you and this new chapter 😁

[@matt.kent.]

Love your accent, could listen all day

[@TikaGhafar]

ahah thanks!

[@magdalenaocha]

I found this video while on my way to my office (that also in banking sector😅). I’ve been thinking of let all of this go since the pressure is not worth the money anymore🤣 is this the sign universe try to send me??

[@adlaw25]

I want to do this change badly but things are a lot different when you have children already 😢

[@musafir123]

Most of a person's time is spent earning money, and they often don't have enough time to spend what they earn. Therefore, it's important to determine how much we really need."

[@웃-v3i]

what are you gonna do once your working holiday finishes? do you plan to continue content creation full-time?

[@TikaGhafar]

good question. i think the goal is to continue doing this but will decide after the year is up and see what my options are :) do you think a video on that maybe 6-9 months from now would be useful/interesting?

[@웃-v3i]

@@TikaGhafar yes please. That would inspire a lot of people. I also stuck in the 9 to 5 pm. But, I cannot find any other alternative to escape the corporate world

[@elwynll]

Just stumbled on your video (must be the algorithm 😂). I can definitely relate, I've come to the same realisation albeit a few years older than you.. although I'm the opposite and am from Melbourne and looking to go to SE Asia ha. Hope you enjoy your time here and get what you're looking for. Lmk if you would like any tips or recommendations 👌

[@TikaGhafar]

aw nice! excited to hear that you're planning a big move 😊 whereabouts in SEA and do you have a plan for what you'll be doing there? and yes pleaseee I'm always looking for good recommendations! i have so much of Melbourne left to explore ahah

[@elwynll]

@@TikaGhafar Are you much of a foodie? Have you found any good Malay spots here compared to back home ha!? I spent some time in Bkk/Kl/Jkt back in March-May ish but I'm back in Oz at the moment tying up a few things. 9-5 corporate isn't it, and I dont' think I'm cut out for content creation.. so as for whats planned over there, that's the million dollar question 🤔😅

[@TikaGhafar]

@@elwynll I haven't tried any yet! there seems to be LOADS of them here tho haha but i don't feel homesick enough just yet to justify paying Australian prices for home food 😅😅😅 oo that sounds quite exciting! wishing you all the best in figuring out what that path looks like for you 🙏🏻

[@elwynll]

@@TikaGhafar Omg I didn't even think of the price disparity 😂.. Likewise you too ✌

[@amarvpatil]

Soo relatable ❤

[@risinyagem]

Welcome to Australia Tika.🎉❤

[@saurabgurung429]

More power to you.. how much did you save $$$ before you decided to call it quits with your corporate job?

[@TikaGhafar]

hey there! i've gotten this question a few times, wondering if i should create a video which details how exactly i prepared financially to quit my job? do you think that would be interesting/valuable? :)

[@saurabgurung429]

@@TikaGhafar That would be awesome! Looking forward to that video!!!

[@TikaGhafar]

@@saurabgurung429 awesome! thanks so much for the suggestion ☺️✨

[@yvonnelim3269]

Let me know if you need some food spots recommendations ☺️ and keep yourself warm!!

[@TikaGhafar]

aw yes please! that would be amazing 😍 where would you recommend? and thank you! I'm super glad it's getting warmer now though

[@MahendarBabu]

Hi. But the money is needed to travel to abroad or to live in the place where we like. If I have less money what can I do? Any idea?

[@Lenawalks]

I was nodding my head YUP YUP YUP for all those burn out symptoms 😢 I just can’t do it anymore

[@TikaGhafar]

😭 I'm sorry to hear that you can relate to this experience. it's an incredibly tough thing to deal with

[@nana.8509]

I need income to create stability, paying of student loan and helping paying my parents hospital bill. no choice . Ive been in the same industry and role for 13 years. No complain. Actually not that bad. Depends on how to balance and prioritize everything in our life.

[@Calvin-gr2wk]

What's ur plan after working holiday visa expired ? Going bck to corporate for a living ?