Why moving abroad in your 20s is HARD (what i've learnt)

I moved to France from India when I was 21. The last 5 years have been a lot of struggle, but at the end... was it all worth it?
When you're in your 20s, there are already lots of variables and uncertainties in life. And when you move abroad, there's a whole bunch more added to the mix, making things even harder.
In this video, I break down all the different ways moving abroad in your 20s can be hard, and what I think about them.
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00:00 intro
00:22 the different variables of life
03:13 community
06:31 dating
07:52 life logistics
09:19 visas and permits
11:26 career
13:28 family
15:37 what this all means
19:26 if you moved abroad, know this
20:24 should I have just stayed in India?
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[@sirshaksarkar4441]

I really liked what you talked about at the end, about remembering and keeping in focus the reason for moving abroad! I too am moving to France this year in September. I hope to grow myself professionally, socially and personally into a better version through my master's. Great video!

[@suraj1998]

I can't describe how much of a coincidence this video feels like! I was also recently pondering about the question that you address at the end of the video.. and I completely agree. Outside of everything else, moving away forces one to become completely independent. I think you learn so much about yourself, and to some extent, you question what you want out of life along the journey. I wil say though, when these variables become overwhelming at times, i tend to daydream about a scenario where I hadn't moved. For a brief moment, that mental image can be comforting 🙂

[@MayankSehgal]

Thanks so much for your comment. So glad to know it resonated with you :)

[@sakshibht2]

Thanks for bringing this up and talking about it. No one can beat your story-telling skills. Always amazed! 🙌

[@MayankSehgal]

Thank you so much!!

[@satvikputi]

I needed to hear this. I am at exactly the stage where I am doing a lot of things and I have to keep re-prioritizing things. Thank you for making this video. This video couldn't have come at a better time than now. 😄

[@MayankSehgal]

Thanks for your comment man. Hang in there, you'll figure it out!!

[@shrushaclassical]

You're really helping a lot . Thanks for this video 😊

[@Techion]

bro i couldnt even date in india💀, forget dating abroad

[@MayankSehgal]

It's all about the variables bro. If you feel like you can't date it just means that it's not the priority in your life right now. And that's fine!

[@Techion]

@@MayankSehgal spot on!

[@Johanliebert123]

😂😂😂

[@user-nh3kw2in1h]

He can't date with that scrumpy haircut and facial bone structure like a potato, develop some fashion sense

[@jiyasharma9177]

Fantastic video, Mayank! 🙌 Thanks a lot for this 🧡🧡

[@MayankSehgal]

Thanks for your kind words, Jiya!! :)

[@don2100]

I am new to your channel but already love your content.

[@ArmaanKumar2000]

One of the key takeaways for me is that one of the most important things you can learn as an immigrant is to deal with the stress of uncertainty. P.s I loved the style of storytelling in the video and the way you concluded everything!

[@MayankSehgal]

Absolutely bro, 100%. Thanks for the kind words!

[@apositiveshorts]

Thank you so much for this. Gave me a lot of clarity 😊

[@MayankSehgal]

I'm so glad man!!

[@himadrisekhardas007]

Please make a detailed video on the French passeport and the experience. Love your content.😊

[@MayankSehgal]

Once I go through the process myself and get the passport I'll definitely make one! Thank you :D

[@nevojae511]

Well-put. For some people, they can be their authentic self and enjoy more freedom abroad as living at home in India can feel restrictive with family expectations, neighbors' etc. This is of course highly dependent on the person's background and willingness to adapt to unfamiliar environments..

[@MayankSehgal]

Yes absolutely :)

[@davidli7286]

you are a good story teller!

[@MayankSehgal]

Thanks David!

[@prafulgadhari1454]

Completely relate to each and every point you discussed. But in the end, asking questions to ourselves if we stayed back home are we really happy?? I think that completely motivates every foreign student after going through the mental aspect. Experiencing the UK for the last 5 months. Looking forward to meeting you soon in future Mayank😊 Thanks for this video

[@MayankSehgal]

Al the best for your time in the UK! Thanks for your comment!

[@ishanagrawal8207]

Hope you get your french resident card this year, best wishes!

[@MayankSehgal]

Thank you!!

[@SnapCracklePop1010]

Great video (as always)! I'm from the US and I'll be moving abroad this fall to either Iceland or France for grad school. I'm super excited, but I really appreciate you sharing your honest feelings on your experience. It has definitely helped me set my expectations and to understand that it won't always be this idealized version we have in our heads of what moving to another country will be like.

[@MayankSehgal]

I'm so glad to read you comment. Thank you!

[@SalahMus]

Cool video!

[@MayankSehgal]

Thanks!

[@amfrance]

Having moved from DC to France, then from France to Germany, and then back to France, the community aspect is very real.

[@don2100]

how has been your exp. in Germany, would you mind speaking about it a bit ?

[@l-14-ece-apavankalyan31]

how was the job market in AI and DS ?

[@muhammedaflah3263]

I'm 25, is it late for me to move to paris for mim program ?

[@-MohitHirpara]

Hey Mayank, Your videos are really impressing. Just wanted to ask, is it possible for a regular students at HEC, or any other top school in France, to work along with their study?

[@MayankSehgal]

Hey! At HEC there's no option, but at ESSEC you can get an apprenticeship to work along with your study!

[@AshishGupta-gp1iv]

HEC paris accepts cat score?

[@writtenanddirectedbyaryan]

Yooo

[@MayankSehgal]

Yooooo

[@vikash_kumar723]

dude something is wrong with your face, the right part of your is swelling, are you fine.?

[@MayankSehgal]

I was a bit sick with the flu when I recorded this video :)

[@shamitaojha7550]

Helloo! Can you please elaborate on your experience and the process for the four year visa, it’s the talent passport right? 🫶

[@MayankSehgal]

Sure! It is indeed the talent passport :)