I have a fascination with the hill. The Himalayan region on the Indian side is equally beautiful as Nepal. I am currently in Dehradoon., I was on a trek and temple run for the last few days. We had a limited internet connection on the way.
Hills make you more humble, grounded, and calm. The everyday hardship is a battle in itself. Clear thinking and living in nature add more to your longevity.
On the positive side, people are simple and happy. They eat healthily, deeply rooted in community, culture, and religion. The sense of pride and belongingness keeps many going.
I have been a small-town boy myself. I grew up in the plains of Bihar, and coming to the hills gives me a similar vibe. It’s the sense of slow life, community, and hospitality.
The hustle and mad rush of the big city has its own charm. I am over it. I have lived in all the metros minus Kolkata for a long time. The lingering itch of calm, peace, and living in nature was always away.
My four friends who I met in metros have moved back to Dehradoon. They felt the same about the metro. They took bold hedges and decisions about life. They are all happy.