Nowadays, videos of people moving to the mountains have become quite common. Someone might have quit their corporate career and settled in the hills, with remote work, others might have wanted to take a break from the city-office grind and chose the hills as their new abode, or some might have simply wanted to lead a slow lifestyle and hence made the decision. But settling in the mountains is not merely an Instagram trend, as revealed by Garima and Rahul, a couple who shifted to the quaint hilltown of Manali from Delhi with their daughter last year. Back in May, the couple, who run a joint Instagram account, dropped a video on the platform, highlighting the harsh reality and lesser-known challenges of living in the mountains, which no one really talks about. Their Instagram account is filled with anecdotes of Manali life.A slower life, but not always an easier oneIn the particular video, Garima shared that people are drawn towards mountain life, inspired by reels, as they typically want to experience the picturesque views, peaceful, no-rush mornings, and a healthier environment. But she also pointed out that this specific lifestyle demands that you plan everything way ahead of time in case of emergencies. Sharing her personal experience, Garima revealed that power cuts in Manali can last for a couple of days, especially during heavy snowfall. So an individual has to pre-plan their office work and house chores accordingly. Bad weather also demands that you stock up on groceries beforehand so as not to run short of essentials, because roads can be blocked. Mountain life requires patienceGarima, in the video, added that although there are basic hospitals for medical emergencies, people who need proper treatment have to travel to Kullu for advanced medical care. What’s more, quick e-commerce privileges are less reliable here as they usually take time to deliver items, based on the weather. However, these services are not always accessible in certain regions where there are no proper roads. Garima further disclosed that you have to be patient when in need of home repair, as plumbers, electricians or other repair technicians may not be available immediately since they have to travel a long distance from one village to another. Personally, despite the challenges, Garima admitted that shifting to Manali was absolutely ‘worth it’ for her.