I Left my $200k Job to Start Over | My Immigrant Story | Soundarya Balasubramani

There’s a version of the immigrant story that people love to celebrate.
The dream schools. The high-paying jobs. The “making it abroad” narrative.

But what rarely gets talked about is the emotional reality underneath it all.

In this conversation with Deepika Sobti on @deepdivewithdeepika , I open up about my journey - from moving to the U.S. at 21 and feeling completely lost… to navigating loneliness, identity, confidence, ambition, entrepreneurship, relationships, and the pressure of building a life between two worlds.

We talk about the things most people silently carry:
the fear of not belonging,
the emotional cost of chasing success,
the emptiness that can exist even after achieving what you once dreamed of,
and what it really means to choose yourself.

We also dive into:
– Moving abroad young and dealing with culture shock
– Loneliness, identity, and confidence as an immigrant
– Leaving a $200K job at Salesforce
– The truth about entrepreneurship and creative work
– Family expectations and personal growth
– Building self-worth in unfamiliar environments
– Relationships that change the way you see yourself
– The story behind *1000 Days of Love*
– Why success alone doesn’t guarantee fulfillment
– Creating community and meaning while living abroad

This is probably one of the most personal conversations I’ve had publicly.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between cultures, confused about your path, or like you don’t fully belong anywhere — I think this conversation will resonate deeply with you.
Connect with me:

Instagram: @thecuriousmaverick
LinkedIn: Soundarya Balasubramani
Website: curiousmaverick.com

Follow Deepika Sobti:

Instagram: @deepikasobti
@storiesoffirstgenindians
@deepdivewithdeepika
Twitter/X: @deepikasobti24

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