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$50k is a lot for people in general, but not if you are starting a company. Especially one in another country with different laws, culture and language(s) to what you are used to.

I had a similar thought, but I guess it’s true in the context of considering suicide over it.

Absolutely, the potential of a human being, especially someone who has taken the initiative to move to another country is far more valuable, he/she can make millions over their lifetime. It's a lesson learned.

..what a nostalgic user-id. Reminds me of the good old days on rllmuk..

For anyone wondering:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RLLMUK

https://www.rllmukforum.com/

Seems to focus mostly on video games. Was started in 2003. Clearly has its own unique culture.

That guy. :)

Whether peak HN or not, it's not a lot of money in any place in the developed world, especially for a programmer.

There are people with $30K salaries with credit card debts larger than this...