In the age-old debate of 'stay or go', two Indian women have offered a fresh perspective that challenges the conventional wisdom. The question of whether to stay in India and earn a substantial Rs 40 lakh annually or move abroad for a higher salary has long been a topic of discussion, especially in the tech industry. However, these two women's choices and reasons have sparked a new conversation, one that goes beyond the numbers on a paycheck.
Tanushree and Shivani, both working at Salesforce in the US, chose the American dream over the Indian package. Their decision was not solely based on the financial benefits, but rather on the overall quality of life and personal freedom they experience in the US. Tanushree, a Senior Success Guide, and Shivani, a Senior Technical Support Engineer, earn between $130,000 and $150,000 annually, and the hypothetical $200,000 salary in the US made their choice even easier. Shivani, who had already earned close to Rs 40 lakh in India, emphasized the importance of personal freedom and independence, stating, 'The biggest reason is the independence I have here. People don't judge you as much, everyone is busy living their own life, and that freedom is something I really value.'
Tanushree echoed a similar sentiment, highlighting the overall lifestyle in the US. She mentioned the freedom, the air, and even the tap water as factors that made the US an appealing choice. 'The freedom you get, the air you breathe, even the tap water you can drink,' she said with a laugh. 'So yes, I'd definitely pick the US.'
The women's responses have sparked a lot of discussion online. Some people agreed that freedom, independence, and quality of life are factors that often don't show up on a salary slip but matter just as much in everyday life. Others argued that earning Rs 40 lakh in India can offer a very comfortable lifestyle, especially with family support and a lower cost of living. However, Tanushree and Shivani's choices and reasons have challenged the conventional wisdom, suggesting that the biggest reason for staying abroad might not be the number in your bank account, but how you feel when you're living there.
In another clip, the two women opened up about how they manage their finances while living abroad. They said that despite taxes and living expenses, they're able to save nearly half of what they earn. Their rent is around $1,600 a month, while utilities add another $400. The rest goes towards groceries, shopping, traveling, and, of course, savings. Tanushree said she's a firm believer in enjoying the money she works hard for, 'You only live once, saving is important, but so is spending on yourself.'
In conclusion, Tanushree and Shivani's choices and reasons have sparked a new conversation about the factors that influence our decisions to stay or go. Their emphasis on personal freedom, independence, and quality of life has challenged the conventional wisdom, suggesting that the biggest reason for staying abroad might not be the number in your bank account, but how you feel when you're living there. It's a debate that's unlikely to have one right answer, but it's a conversation that's worth having, as it highlights the importance of personal values and priorities in our decisions to stay or go.
