[UglyIsBeautiful]

Back when I was living with my parents in the suburbs, I preferred living in the city. Since moving out and living in the city, I've started to get tired of certain things. Sure, living in the city is convenient but I miss the nice, clean environment in the suburbs. I miss seeing green trees and open spaces.

Some people say when you're young and single, its better to live in the city. You have more chances of meeting someone. Whereas in the suburbs, everyone is kinda doing their own thing and not a lot of chance to meet anybody. Right now, I don't really care and I prefer to live in a nice, quiet, clean place but I'm afraid I'll get bored of that and I'll want to live in the city again.

[xLionHeartx]

I definitely understand what you are saying. Right now I wish I were living in the city, despite the high cost of living there.

[FRUITYCHEESECAKE]

I was born in a big city in Korea and my family moved around a lot. I liked the city mainly because you can go anywhere without a car (I guess this only applies to my experience in Korea) and have tons of things to do with friends. I now live in the suburbs and I have to admit that there are many inconvenient occasions of getting things, getting to places, finding people compared to the cities. But I would rather visit the cities often than live there due to living cost. I am poor.

[sunshine4ever]

Back when I was living with my parents in the suburbs, I preferred living in the city. Since moving out and living in the city, I've started to get tired of certain things. Sure, living in the city is convenient but I miss the nice, clean environment in the suburbs. I miss seeing green trees and open spaces.

Some people say when you're young and single, its better to live in the city. You have more chances of meeting someone. Whereas in the suburbs, everyone is kinda doing their own thing and not a lot of chance to meet anybody. Right now, I don't really care and I prefer to live in a nice, quiet, clean place but I'm afraid I'll get bored of that and I'll want to live in the city again.

But did you do a lot of activities living in the city you're currently in? Like going out a lot and meeting a lot of people?

I went to big cities before, but I never stayed that long. I'm living in the suburbs, and I have to agree that it's a little bit boring because we have to drive ourselves almost every where. The cost of living in the city is quite expensive, so I don't think I would like that.

[uhhuh_5]

I live in the suburbs and have stayed often with family that live in big cities and I notice that if you don't go out with your friends a lot or get involved with activities that the city offers it gets kind of lonely. However, if you do the same in the suburbs it's even lonelier since there isn't anything to do! At least in the city, there are so many people out and about and more places and opportunities to meet people that it isn't as lonely compared to living in the suburbs. Also, I think if one of your goals was to meet people, the city would be better than the suburbs because people move to the suburbs to settle down, not to meet someone. Most people know that since the city is populated it's an opportune place to meet people and I think people are more willing to open themselves up to new relationships.

[UglyIsBeautiful]

But did you do a lot of activities living in the city you're currently in? Like going out a lot and meeting a lot of people?

I went to big cities before, but I never stayed that long. I'm living in the suburbs, and I have to agree that it's a little bit boring because we have to drive ourselves almost every where. The cost of living in the city is quite expensive, so I don't think I would like that.

I don't do a lot of activities in general. I'm a pretty introverted person. So I guess living anywhere is the same for me. However, living in the city, its close to places to eat. I don't cook so I usually get takeout from restaurants and stuff. Also, its easier to commute to work. And shopping in general is easier.

I live in the suburbs and have stayed often with family that live in big cities and I notice that if you don't go out with your friends a lot or get involved with activities that the city offers it gets kind of lonely. However, if you do the same in the suburbs it's even lonelier since there isn't anything to do! At least in the city, there are so many people out and about and more places and opportunities to meet people that it isn't as lonely compared to living in the suburbs. Also, I think if one of your goals was to meet people, the city would be better than the suburbs because people move to the suburbs to settle down, not to meet someone. Most people know that since the city is populated it's an opportune place to meet people and I think people are more willing to open themselves up to new relationships.

I know what you mean that it gets lonely. I live pretty downtown but even so, I'm still alone most of the time. It's hard for me to open up to people. Also, I find that living in the city where there's so many people around, I kinda get paranoid. I donno, I think I might have some sorta social anxiety disorder. I've discovered that I don't really like being out in public much at all. Maybe cause I live near Chinatown. And there's always these asian teenagers in large groups around and large families getting together so I feel EVEN MORE lonely seeing all that.

So that being said, maybe the suburbs are good for me?

[uhhuh_5]

I don't do a lot of activities in general. I'm a pretty introverted person. So I guess living anywhere is the same for me. However, living in the city, its close to places to eat. I don't cook so I usually get takeout from restaurants and stuff. Also, its easier to commute to work. And shopping in general is easier.



I know what you mean that it gets lonely. I live pretty downtown but even so, I'm still alone most of the time. It's hard for me to open up to people. Also, I find that living in the city where there's so many people around, I kinda get paranoid. I donno, I think I might have some sorta social anxiety disorder. I've discovered that I don't really like being out in public much at all. Maybe cause I live near Chinatown. And there's always these asian teenagers in large groups around and large families getting together so I feel EVEN MORE lonely seeing all that.

So that being said, maybe the suburbs are good for me?

You know I know someone who thought they were a city person then after living in the city all the people and noise was too much for them and they preferred to live in a more peaceful and quiet environment. It might be that you live near Chinatown because I've been to Chinatown in SF and NYC and dang I wouldn't want to live there myself! lol Are there other places in the city that are less busy and populated? I suppose so but just more expensive, huh? And I bet living near Chinatown is cheaper. Well, if you really can't find a place in the city that allows you to not feel so paranoid and overwhelmed by the environment maybe the suburb is better for your state of mind. I think your state of mind is more important than trying to meet someone. However, having a S.O. in the city would be a lot of fun. Haha, I feel like I keep contradicting myself.

[UglyIsBeautiful]

You know I know someone who thought they were a city person then after living in the city all the people and noise was too much for them and they preferred to live in a more peaceful and quiet environment. It might be that you live near Chinatown because I've been to Chinatown in SF and NYC and dang I wouldn't want to live there myself! lol Are there other places in the city that are less busy and populated? I suppose so but just more expensive, huh? And I bet living near Chinatown is cheaper. Well, if you really can't find a place in the city that allows you to not feel so paranoid and overwhelmed by the environment maybe the suburb is better for your state of mind. I think your state of mind is more important than trying to meet someone. However, having a S.O. in the city would be a lot of fun. Haha, I feel like I keep contradicting myself.

I know, the indecisiveness drives me nuts too. I don't know what I want either. I crave the peace and serenity of the suburbs too but I'm afraid it will feel too desolate. On the other hand, the city noise and the crowds of people can be too much for me too. I need to find a nice enclave in the city that feels peaceful.

[Nightmare]

It depends the city.... Back in the states, I wouldn't mind living in the city, but it's not like I was close to any trendy places, either. Most of the hot spots were in the suburbs and downtown. I lived in the dead part of the city and it was hard to get around without a car since public transportation was weak.

Where I live now, I sorta leaned more into the suburbs. The city is too much for me -the pollution, uncleanliness, tightness... but I admit, I do stop by the city a lot. There's a lot of stuff I can't get in the suburbs.

[Angelina]

I prefer living in the city more then the suburbs. I moved out to the country from the city and it was really hard to adjust to. I nearly drove myself to boredom. In the state that I live in the city isn't even a city compared to where I used to live. It was a big adjustment because there are no public transportation. No one walks around here. Everywhere you go you have to drive and it takes you only 3 days to do everything here.

I plan on moving back to the city next year. I will miss the serene peace, cows mooing, and of course the fresh air smell but it's not for me.

[loveandhatred]

prefer living in the city, the scenery makes me feels safe lol
I just like noises at night, makes me feel i'm not alone in this street

[ginger]

I live in Seoul and I love it. The city just surrounds you like some living, breathing organism that is inescapable. I know that turns a lot of people off, but I love being thrown into a mess. When I'm older, I'd be fine living in a quieter place, but for now...my fiance and I adore feeling caught up in everything. It's important to know that, if I'm bored here, it's my own fault because there are countless things I could be doing rather than sitting in one place.

-ginger

[musikerochan]

suburbs. says it all. clean, unadulterated, fresh. well at least in my place.

never liked the city though after spending my early childhood years there.

[jN x3 sK]

I prefer the city life, I have lived in the city all my life so I'm pretty much use to living in that type of state. Its easy to get around and if you drive nothing is to far

[Drusilla]

City, any day. I've lived in suburbs, and there's literally nothing to do and they're so far away from everything that it's quite possible to die from the boredom. And, like ginger says, there's something about cities, and the life of them, that just draws me in. They're so much more vital than your average suburb, but I can understand how people could move because they want a bit of peace and quiet.

[W-K]

Suburbs hands down... sure you need a car and public transit in the suburbs generally sucks... but its not as congested, you can actually hear the rustle of leaves in the wind and the stars in the sky and if you want to party you can just crash somewhere downtown.... best of both worlds imo.

[Irysinon]

I'd rather live in the suburbs. I hate living in the city. It's too crowded, too noisy, too busy and there are too many people. It's just not relevant to me. It's an absolute turn-off. Now, I know there are some conveniences such as closer stores, restaurants, etc, but the suburbs have the peace and quiet and a much more spacey feeling. I used to live on a farm as a kid, so I know. Nothing compensates for that. Sure, I can see how it can get lonely, but whatever. I spend all my time alone anyway. The only time I enjoyed living in the city was when I was like 8-12. That was only because it was such a new and vast experience. But, that all changed once I got older. I got sick and tired of the environment. And, I hate all the traffic. As for boredom? You can get bored anywhere you are.

[D_K]

I'd rather live in the suburbs. I hate living in the city. It's too crowded, too noisy, too busy and there are too many people. It's just not relevant to me. It's an absolute turn-off. Now, I know there are some conveniences such as closer stores, restaurants, etc, but the suburbs have the peace and quiet and a much more spacey feeling. I used to live on a farm as a kid, so I know. Nothing compensates for that. Sure, I can see how it can get lonely, but whatever. I spend all my time alone anyway. The only time I enjoyed living in the city was when I was like 8-12. That was only because it was such a new and vast experience. But, that all changed once I got older. I got sick and tired of the environment. And, I hate all the traffic. As for boredom? You can get bored anywhere you are.

Heh. Mad korean,

You gotta sometimes see the brighter side of things bro.

[melkimx]

i grew up in the suburbs, found them boring, always wanted to move to the city, but all it took was one stressed-out week in new york for me to get to the point where i was verbally snapping at complete strangers, and that's when i figured out that i just don't have what it takes to deal with crowds. i guess i just do better in a more peaceful setting. right now i live less than an hour away from SF, which is probably the best setup for me. there's plenty of space and laid-back attitude at home, and as far as suburbs go things here actually aren't too dull, but i can still drive to SF for a slight change of pace. i've lived here for two years now, and i basically don't plan to ever move more than a half-hour away. unless it's paris or hawaii or someplace equally awesome.

[Dr Facepalm]

both are aight but i really much rather be close to queens - Citi Field next year METSSS

i like the convenience of subways and buses over driving not much problems with crowds really

but if i finally get a car wouldnt mind staying in suburbs but i lean towards the city