Would you move to India for a year?

[Anonymous]

My husband is Indian and we're here visiting for 1 month. Our 2 year old is having so much fun. He plays with his cousins all day long and not much is expected of me. My husband could work remotely for 1 year. I stay at home now. I used to work from and I could possibly go back to work but the time difference would be harder with my job vs my husbands. Life is relaxed here but not as comfortable as the US. I miss hot running water, washer and dryers and American foods. Has anyone lived in India for a year?

[Anonymous]

I personally would not. But maybe I’m not as adventurous as you. I would miss my home, family, AC, my favorite foods, private time, independence, etc.

[Anonymous]

No.

[Anonymous]

We go overseas to South Asia once a year, but I would never consider moving there, just like I wouldn’t move anywhere else we vacation. For us, quality of life and safety comes first and we have that here, so we are content just visiting family overseas. Our major issues over there were lack of clean water, hygiene, and electricity, plus I wouldn’t want to be there in a medical emergency. If we moved there, we would probably live very comfortably materially because of our HHI, but it’s just too much of a risk.

[Anonymous]

It all depends on how comfortable you are giving up the comforts of home. What part of India? It could be an amazing experience. But would caution you to make sure there is a plan to go back home. One year could turn into 2, 3, etc etc.

[Anonymous]

Nope.

[Anonymous]

Yes.

That’s sight unseen, but a year goes by so fast and I like adventures.

[Anonymous]

In a heartbeat! We visited last year and I couldn’t get over the beauty and community in every aspect of Indian life. (I’m a native Washingtonian without any Indian roots, if it matters). What an incredible experience and as mentioned above, a year will fly by.

[Anonymous]

Which part? The heat is no joke. You’re there now, during the nicest part of the year in most places. Are you going to get bored there? If you can deal with the weather, etc., then it would be a good adventure! Why do you need a washing machine? Doesn’t someone else do the laundry, like a servant?

[Anonymous]

A year would be great. I’d love it.

[Anonymous]

Singapore, Japan, China yes. Nice life for expats. India, not a chance.

[Anonymous]

No not there...

[Anonymous]

Yes, but not in Delhi. Air pollution there is unbelievable.

[Anonymous]

Yes. Now is the best time for this adventure. You may not have another opportunity. My wife is Indian and we often spend the summer there, in a medium-sized down in the south. It is wonderful. My child has made wonderful friends. This experience will enrich your life and your child's.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes, but not in Delhi. Air pollution there is unbelievable.

+1. Sure. Great for your kid and probbly easier for you too. But yes Delhi is very very polluted so I wouldn’t move there with little kids.