Moving abroad and building a new life is a dream cherished by millions. The promise of better career opportunities, modern infrastructure, and a new lifestyle often feels magical in the beginning. However, does this excitement last forever? A viral social media video by an Indian software engineer has brought this very question into the spotlight.
Ayushi Srivastava, a software engineer at Microsoft and an alumna of BITS Pilani, shared her reflections after completing two years of living in the United States. Having moved abroad in her mid-twenties, she initially experienced high levels of excitement. But over time, that novelty has started to wear off, leading her to reflect on human psychology and changing aspirations.
'Everything feels normal now'
In the video, while showcasing a scenic waterfront view, Ayushi explained that she has grown accustomed to things that once felt extraordinary. From towering skyscrapers to clean air and changing seasons, nothing feels quite as astonishing as it used to. She raised a thought-provoking question: once a major life goal is achieved and its glitter fades into everyday routine, what serves as the next driving force?
Understanding Hedonic Adaptation
Reacting to her video, several social media users pointed out the psychological concept of 'hedonic adaptation'. According to psychological research, this is a process where the emotional intensity triggered by a major life change or achievement gradually diminishes over time, returning an individual's baseline happiness to normal levels. This phenomenon is not restricted to moving abroad; it applies universally to new jobs, higher salaries, or major milestones.
सोशल मीडिया प्लेटफॉर्म पर वायरल इस वीडियो के दावों की सत्यता की 'The Freelance' स्वतंत्र रूप से पुष्टि नहीं करता है। यह वीडियो सोशल मीडिया पर व्यापक चर्चा का विषय बना हुआ है। वीडियो साभार: संबंधित सोशल मीडिया हैंडल / क्रिएटर।
