{"id":47400,"date":"2026-08-15T21:41:38","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T16:41:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=47400"},"modified":"2026-08-15T21:41:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T16:41:38","slug":"indian-man-in-france-talks-about-loneliness-behind-europes-awesome-image-are-you-ready-for-the-silence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=47400","title":{"rendered":"Indian man in France talks about loneliness behind Europe\u2019s \u2018awesome\u2019 image: \u2018Are you ready for the silence?\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"storyParagraphFigure\">\n<p class=\"content\">Europe is often portrayed on social media through picturesque streets, efficient public transport and a seemingly relaxed lifestyle. However, an Indian man living in France has highlighted a less-discussed side of moving abroad: the loneliness and social isolation that can come with starting life in a new country.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"artImage leadImage\">\n<div class=\" \"><picture class=\"leadImageClass\"><source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/ht-img\/img\/2026\/08\/15\/960x540\/vewvebfccc_1786809485055_1786809493975_ac1d908f-f6e3-41e4-9ea6-34d557d08b10.jpg\" alt=\"An Indian man living in France spoke about the silence, loneliness and social changes Indians may face in Europe. (Instagram\/adi_in_france)\"\/><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/ht-img\/img\/2026\/08\/15\/400x225\/vewvebfccc_1786809485055_1786809493975_ac1d908f-f6e3-41e4-9ea6-34d557d08b10.jpg\" alt=\"An Indian man living in France spoke about the silence, loneliness and social changes Indians may face in Europe. (Instagram\/adi_in_france)\" title=\"An Indian man living in France spoke about the silence, loneliness and social changes Indians may face in Europe. (Instagram\/adi_in_france)\" width=\"360\" height=\"202\" loading=\"eager\"\/><\/picture><\/div><figcaption class=\"\">An Indian man living in France spoke about the silence, loneliness and social changes Indians may face in Europe. (Instagram\/adi_in_france)<span\/><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"content \">(Also read:<a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/trending\/indian-woman-walks-home-barefoot-at-4-30-am-in-france-says-this-kind-of-safety-and-freedom-is-rare-101782050739237.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"Indian woman walks home barefoot at 4:30 am in France, says \u2018this kind of safety and freedom is rare\u2019\"> Indian woman walks home barefoot at 4:30 am in France, says \u2018this kind of safety and freedom is rare\u2019<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">Aditya, an Indian man based in France, shared a video on Instagram in which he spoke about the contrast between the image of Europe people often see online and the reality many immigrants may experience after moving there.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content \">\n<h2>\u2018Are you ready for the silence?\u2019<\/h2>\n<p>In the video, Aditya said that while Europe may offer clean surroundings and a good quality of life, Indians moving there should also prepare themselves for a quieter and, at times, more isolated lifestyle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"content \">\u201cYou see Europe online: clean streets, a good quality of life, and everything seems awesome. But let me ask you: are you ready for the silence? When you come here, there are fewer people, less noise, and your social life can almost disappear. For many Indians, that can turn into loneliness. It\u2019s not bad; it\u2019s just different. If you understand this early, you can adapt much faster.\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">His remarks touched upon a challenge that may not always be visible in glossy social media posts about life abroad. For people accustomed to busy neighbourhoods, frequent social interactions and being surrounded by family and friends, the difference can feel particularly striking.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content \">\n<h2>\u2018Be mentally prepared for the isolation\u2019<\/h2>\n<p>Aditya elaborated on the point in the caption accompanying the video.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"content \">\u201cExpectations versus reality when you come here: be mentally prepared for the isolation, be mentally prepared to miss your loved ones, be mentally prepared to do your things by yourself,\u201d the caption read.<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">Watch the clip here:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"content \">\n<h2>Internet reacts<\/h2>\n<p>The post drew reactions from users, with several agreeing with his observations about life in Europe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"content \">(Also read: <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/trending\/french-woman-recalls-370-biryani-moment-from-man-who-gifted-her-500-ghevar-101781251751953.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"French woman recalls \u2018  &lt;span class=\" webrupee=\"\">\u20b9370 biryani\u2019 moment from man who gifted her  <span class=\"webrupee\">\u20b9<\/span>500 ghevar&#8221;&gt;French woman recalls \u2018  <span class=\"webrupee\">\u20b9<\/span>370 biryani\u2019 moment from man who gifted her  <span class=\"webrupee\">\u20b9<\/span>500 ghevar<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">One user wrote, \u201cIt hits me very hard.\u201d Another commented, \u201cThis is very true,\u201d while a third person said, \u201cI agree with you.\u201d Offering a different perspective, another user wrote, \u201cFor this silence, I came here.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">HT.com has reached out to the user for his comments, and the copy will be updated once his response is received.<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. 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