Comment by jongjong

My wife and I love British culture, architecture, parks, etc... But compared to Australia, I felt like it was still feudalism over there. It's like everyone knew their place. I could feel the class system; the software contracting 2-tier system (inside IR35 vs outside IR35) really emphasized that.

Similar vibes in Germany though a more modern version.

The Netherlands seemed relatively egalitarian for Europe. It's what I like most about Australia. In Australia, there are no artificial social barriers, no class system.

After failing at startups after a decade, I had to live somewhere I would not be seen as a second-class citizen.