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Originally posted by gollu
Quite frankly Chandreshji, NO.
Being uprooted from my familiar environment, I put in extra efforts to become financially secure, which I most probably wouldn’t have if I was in familiar surroundings, because it’s a human tendency to take things for granted and lead a laid back life when you are amongst your own…..you know what I mean!!
Besides, moving to Canada was a win-win situation for me, because not only did it gave me ample opportunity, it also provided a life style which even a multi-millionaire wouldn’t have in India (read clean roads, less corruption, way less pollution, etc.)
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Originally posted by chandresh
I wonder if Gollu had stayed in India instead of coming to Canada, but kept the same attitude that he did in Canada, wouldn't he be a millionaire there by 10 years???
In my view, he might have been multi-millionaire.........
This is one of the best responses I have read in a long time - a fact that most people do not realize or completely deny!
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Chandresh
Advice is free – lessons I charge for!!
Take care of the cent (paisa), and it will take care of the dollar(Rupee) – this was imbibed into me from the very early age.
Never had issues with money, always paid off CC debts in full every month, have an exceptionally high credit history because I have never defaulted in any bill payments, or made any late payments…ever!
Strict disciplinarian about money matters, and other things in life……it does have a positive impact!!
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Originally posted by northyork_desi
Congrats Gollu, and keep it going. It is good to hear motivating experiences once in a while. If you dont mind, do spend some time on CD (when time permits) and give tips to others on how to make it. I am sure some of the CD's are curious to know the steps that worked for you.
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Originally posted by gollu
Quite frankly Chandreshji, NO.
Being uprooted from my familiar environment, I put in extra efforts to become financially secure, which I most probably wouldn’t have if I was in familiar surroundings, because it’s a human tendency to take things for granted and lead a laid back life when you are amongst your own…..you know what I mean!!
Besides, moving to Canada was a win-win situation for me, because not only did it gave me ample opportunity, it also provided a life style which even a multi-millionaire wouldn’t have in India (read clean roads, less corruption, way less pollution, etc.)
Individual preferences. You are very right in saying that you have a life style, a multi-millionaire wouldn't have in India.
At the same time, there seems to be a tone that says that those who are not after money as "laid back", "take things for granted".
Freedom of choice for me said being amongst my own was more important than walk away to have a multi-millionaire life style.
What is the point in donating our hard earned money to Etihaad, Kuwait Airways or British Airways, twice a year in coming to India. Would prefer to be laid back.
Besides, nothing is mentioned about the harsh cold climate almost round the year. In India, we can keep the windows our house open to let in fresh air, can just fit in my hawai slipper and walk to the street corner shop to buy some item which I had forgotten in my groceries list.
Finally, the phrases "win-win situation", "ample opportunity" etc. gives me a lurking thought that my erstwhile immigration consultant is at work.
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Originally posted by gollu
Quite frankly Chandreshji, NO.
Being uprooted from my familiar environment, I put in extra efforts to become financially secure, which I most probably wouldn’t have if I was in familiar surroundings, because it’s a human tendency to take things for granted and lead a laid back life when you are amongst your own…..you know what I mean!!
Besides, moving to Canada was a win-win situation for me, because not only did it gave me ample opportunity, it also provided a life style which even a multi-millionaire wouldn’t have in India (read clean roads, less corruption, way less pollution, etc.)
Why is living a laid back life amongst your own( as you mentioned ) worse than living a hectic busy life among pariah's ? ..I would rather be poor amongst my own than rich amongst someone else.
Why is moving away from your loved ones like your parents, relatives, your childhood friends, your school,college,university friends aka familiar environment ( as you mentioned ) bad ?
What lifestyle ..you are cooking your own food, cleaning your own toilet, washing your own clothes, cleaning your own utensils, cleaning your own house, ..even ordinary middleclass people in India have domestic maids, servants, drivers etc to do these jobs for them
The taxes in Canada are just a way of legal corruption..you pay next to nothing in taxes in India compared to that ..so you pay a bribe here and there..the bribe and taxes BOTH combined in India are way less than the taxes you pay here.
In India you can visit any doctor or hospital whenever you want by paying a fee, here even if its free and you are a millionaire, you will wait months and years for a surgery, MRI, CT Scan etc.
In India the lifestyle is also very good if you want, its just a day different kind of lifestyle..so the one in Canada is not any better or worse..its just different.
Congratulations.
Its certainly an achievement to look back.
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The cowards never started,
The weak died on the way,
Only the strong arrived.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yK1i9cLAMM
Location: Brampton, Ont, Canada
Posted on: 20-04-15 23:26:27
Most of the people ( again not all - most ) say laid back life is good are liers ..
every one wants to make money but they gave up after trying ( or i would say after not trying hard)
Remind me of " The Fox and the Grapes "
Most of the immigrant move to these country to get rich and have better life - that is the fact
I admire people who are successful and rich by smart or hard work.
Laid back guys has been move back to their own country to enjoy life... people relocate to these country to get rich or easy access to money and facilities
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'Some goals are so worthy, it's glorious even to fail.' (Param Vir Chakra awardee Lt. Manoj Pandey)
Location: God's own country
Posted on: 21-04-15 07:42:16
To all :
Not sure what is you peeve against the OP. It is his choice and he has stated his choice. We have to note and appriciate his feelings and just move on. You may want to follow him or you may want to follow what your heart says. We have no authority to question his life.
Adam:
I disagree with your statement taht in India we pay less tax. Nope. Not true. I pay around 25% of my income as income tax. However it is easier to evade tax in India in business when compared to Canada.
Murali
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