A Nigerian man currently residing abroad grapples with feelings of nostalgia as he reflects on the challenges of adjusting to life away from his family and friends in Nigeria while pursuing opportunities in a new environment.
Taking to social media, the user identified as @ridwan_on_x poured out his emotions, expressing his struggle with loneliness and the unexpected intensity of the experience.
Despite anticipating some level of loneliness, he confesses that the reality surpasses his expectations, leaving him in a critical state of mental health. He longs for the familiarity and warmth of being surrounded by loved ones back home in Nigeria.
“I’ve no single motivation left in me. I miss Nigeria, I miss my family, I miss my friends, I miss the life I was living before I left. Even if it is just for a week, I want to visit Nigeria 🤧🤧. My mental health is not at its best.”
In a subsequent post, he expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support and encouragement received from well-wishers, acknowledging that he hadn't anticipated the post to garner such attention. He also extends an invitation for anyone in Vienna to connect with him, highlighting the importance of companionship during trying times.
