‘Shattered My Western Mindset’: European Entrepreneur On How India Changed His Perspective – News18

Last Updated:February 07, 2025, 13:25 IST

European entrepreneur Nik Huno shared a post highlighting ten life-changing lessons he learned in India which reshaped his view of the world.

European entrepreneur Nik Huno moved to India last year and what he experienced went far beyond th‘Shattered My Western Mindset’: European Entrepreneur On How India Changed His Perspectivee cultural shift. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he shared how his time in India shattered his Western mindset and taught him invaluable life lessons. From how people view time to the strong sense of community, the lessons Huno learned reshaped his outlook on life.

“I’m European. Last year, I moved to India. What I experienced shattered my Western mindset. Here are 10 life-changing lessons I learned in India that reshaped how I see the world,” he wrote.

One of the biggest things he noticed was how Indians approach time. “Indian trains can run 12+ hours late, yet no one panics. I learned that life doesn’t always follow a schedule. Sometimes, the best moments happen when you stop rushing and let time find its rhythm,” Huno added.

Huno was also amazed by how people make the most of limited resources. He saw farmers growing crops in difficult conditions and street vendors bargaining like “Wall Street traders.” He realised that “constraints aren’t limits” but they can inspire new ideas and solutions.

Another lesson he took away was for Indians their work is “sacred.” He explained that in the West, jobs often feel like a “punishment.” He noticed that in India even small vendors take pride in what they do.

“You can turn anything into a calling—if you show up with presence,” Huno added.

He also saw how status is viewed differently. In India, wisdom often matters more than wealth. He was surprised to see barefoot monks receiving more respect than rich CEOs which made him question the Western focus on material success.

At first, Indian cities seemed chaotic to Huno but he soon realised there was an order to it.

“Mumbai’s streets look chaotic, yet they move 20 million people daily. I learned that what seems disorganised often has its rhythm and logic,” he added.

Huno was also struck by how less can mean more. “A street vendor serves tea for 5 cents but owns his time. I realised freedom isn’t about having more it’s about needing less,” he wrote.

Another powerful lesson Huno grasped came from India’s diversity. He shared, “India has 780 languages, but a shared purpose unites them. I learned that clarity of purpose transcends all barriers even language.”

The deep respect for nature also left a mark on Huno. He noticed how rivers like the Ganges aren’t just water sources but are treated with respect.

“Respect for nature isn’t optional—it’s essential,” Huno continued.

Huno also mentioned the integrity here after seeing how some people refuse bribes using fake bills that say, “I won’t pay.”

“It’s a reminder that real value isn’t just about money. The greatest wealth isn’t in your wallet—it’s in your integrity,” he added.

In his last lesson, Huno talked about the power of community. He explained that in India he saw “strangers become family in moments of need.”

Summing up his experience, Huno wrote, “India didn’t just change my perspective—it rewired it. I see the world as bigger, richer, and more connected than ever before. But the biggest shift? It made me rethink how I live and work—and what true freedom truly means…”

Huno’s post has received more than six million views so far.

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Delhi, India, India