Living abroad often changes how people experience everyday life, and returning home can sometimes feel harder than expected. An Indian woman who moved back after spending a long time in Finland recently
shared a funny but relatable video about the “reverse culture shock” she experienced after returning to India.
Through her Instagram clip, she showed how things like traffic noise, heat and crowded streets suddenly felt overwhelming after getting used to Finland’s quiet and calm lifestyle.
Woman Shares Her Return-To-India Experience
In the video, the woman talks about the contrast between life in Finland and life in India. Text shown on the clip reads, “You lived in Finland too long and forgot how intense India is.”
She also added a caption that many social media users found relatable. It read, “POV: You lived in Finland for too long and forgot that India runs on heat, honking and chaos. After every little struggle, there is always that one thought: ‘Aur inko India aana tha.’ Honestly, my body is still operating on Finnish weather and silence.”
The clip highlights the sudden shift many people feel after returning from countries known for colder weather, quieter surroundings and slower daily routines.
Finland is often associated with peaceful public spaces, less traffic and minimal noise. For someone returning from that environment, India’s crowded roads, constant movement and hot weather can feel intense at first.
At the same time, many Indians living abroad often miss home deeply, including the food, family life and familiar surroundings. The video captured this mixed feeling in a humorous way, which is why many users connected with it online.
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Social Media Users Relate To The Feeling
Several people in the comments section shared similar experiences after returning to India from Europe and other countries.
A user wrote, “This is exactly what reverse culture shock feels like.” Another commented, “India welcomes you with heat, traffic and unlimited noise.” A person joked, “After living in Europe, Indian honking feels like a full concert.”
Many users especially related to the woman’s mention of Finland’s silence and peaceful environment. “The Finnish silence part is so real,” a comment read. Another person wrote, “Only Indians abroad will understand this feeling.”
Some users also pointed out how returning home often comes with mixed emotions. While people miss India when they live abroad, adjusting again after coming back can sometimes take time.
“You miss India when you are away, then India reminds you why you left,” a user commented. Another joked, “Welcome back to the land of chaos and chai.” Someone else added, “The heat alone is enough to make anyone question their decision.”
