Indian woman in Ireland misses cousin's wedding, shares reality of life abroad
Prachi Dusad spoke about missing her cousin's wedding in India while living in Dublin. Her post highlighted the reality of missing family milestones while living abroad.
While living abroad is often seen as a dream, an Indian woman in Dublin has highlighted its quieter downside like watching family milestones unfold from afar.
In a video posted on Instagram, Prachi Dusad spoke about the quieter, often overlooked side of moving overseas: the emotional distance from home. While conversations around studying or working abroad usually revolve around finances, she pointed out that the real price is often paid in missed moments.
Her reflection comes at a time when her family in India is celebrating her cousin’s wedding. Describing her large Marwari family gathering together dancing, singing and soaking in the festivities, Prachi said she has been watching the celebrations unfold through photos and videos shared on her family WhatsApp group. But instead of feeling connected, the updates have made the distance feel sharper.
“I have been going through every picture and video again and again,” she shared, explaining how the joy on screen only deepens the sense of absence.
In her caption, she summed up the emotional conflict many living abroad experience:
“Some days, you see the brighter side, the growth, the independence, the life you’re building. And some days nothing makes sense. You miss what you left behind, you wonder ‘what if.’ But that doesn’t mean you chose wrong. It just means you’re human.”
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Her words reflect a familiar reality for many Indians living overseas. Life abroad often brings opportunities, independence and exposure, but it also comes with trade-offs that are harder to quantify. Milestones back home like weddings, festivals, even everyday family gatherings continue without you, turning time zones into emotional distances.
The video has resonated with viewers who relate to this push and pull between ambition and belonging. Many said her honesty captured a truth rarely spoken about how living abroad isn’t just about building a life elsewhere, but also learning to live with the moments you miss along the way.