Is country better than urban life.?

Question

I want the answers for the topic as well as against the topic. Actually i have to prepare for the debate. So please help me.

Answer 1

Of course.Too much stress in urban life

Answer 2

To begin with you are in the wrong category. This is a form of “home work” and there is a specific category established for that subject.

That said, you need some foundation to answer such an open ended question. Someone could say that it is better in the rural environment because in any urban environment there are too many straight lines and angles and therefore it results in an increase of stress.

It also is specific to the person. Individuals have preconceived notions as to what each of these environments are comprised and when their illusions must fact reality, most often they dislike that which is reality. For example, in my county some individuals moved into new homes in a rural setting and began complaining to county government that others (long term residents) had old cars and trucks around their outbuildings an it was unsightly. Additionally they found that many animal operations had an aroma that they didn’t like.

That both of these things were long term elements of country living didn’t make any difference to these new country residents and they wanted them to be removed. A case of illusion meeting reality.

With today’s technology there is very little available to urban areas that are not available to rural areas albeit father away in some cases.

You might consider relationships in terms of civility and in this context review papers on Dr. B. F. Skinner’s rat box experiments.

Answer 3

I live in the counrty ( about 15+ miles from the closest city/town). I enjoy it because
1)you have your own space to move around in, but can visit friends and neighbors anytime!
2)If you go to the gas station or the post office, you'll probably run into someone you know.
3)it's quiet, both day and night (except for the occassional music-blaring car going down the highway).
4)The worst thing that can happen at school is a fistfight or playground accident.
5)And if you ever need help, the community is there for you.

I've visited many cities, most of the time avoiding downtown areas. When I visit my friends there, they're always complaining about how they wish they lived somewhere else. Here's what I've observed for myself and from them:
1)If you're lucky enough to be living in a house, you do have some freedom to move, but it's only feet. Not acres.
2)You may run into someone you know when you leave the house, but unti that happens...watch you back.
3)It is never quiet.
4)Stabbings and drug sales are more common st school than anything else.
5)Run to your neighbor's house for help (if they're even home), you'll get a door slammed in your face. Better rely on the police, firemen, and medics.

P.S.- You get better gas mileage in the counrty than in the city.

Answer 4

I've lived in cities, towns, suburbs and rurally -fair amount of time in each, so I think my thoughts may be helpful.

First off I did not regret any of these locales. Each had its good and bad points.

In cities I found the advantages were that there was more readily available work, diversion and a variety of cultures.
It was also helpful to me that I didn't have to own a car. Actually that is the main reason I currently choose urban life. I don't care for cars and driving. While subways and buses are not always the most pleasant surroundings, at least I do not have to pay for insurance, worry about maintainance and expose myself to the emotional rigors of other peoples' road rage.

The disadvantages of urban life are: higher taxes, a dirtier environment, more in-your-face poverty and crime.
Some of these things are very difficult for some kinds of people to deal with and I respect those that cannot take them. It should be noted that where I live, New York City,
crime is not as bad a problem as other cities... New York in fact is something like 60th on the list, with cities like Detroit, Miami and Houston leading the pack. This is not to boast for my city, but just to help keep the record straight.

Towns. Now to tell you the truth, I really enjoyed living in a small city/town. I lived for about ten years in Key West,
which really is just a big town that swells to city size only because of its tourist visitors. The advantages were many.
One of the most appealing aspects was that if you have energy in a town, you can become a very effective citizen. Your voice and your efforts can actually be felt on a community level. In Key West I was attracted to the Town Hall meetings, and felt that my input served others. I knew my commisioners on a first name basis, the police chief, the fire chief and the mayor. This can stand in stark contrast to a big city, where the effort of contributing to the political machinery can be daunting, and the whole process of governance can seem impersonal.

The down side of living in a town, to me, was that people were generally more inclined to snoop on one another, and ostracize one another. Rumors were potent and damaging to people. And in a small southern town there is usually a powerful old guard that works to make life unpleasant for newcomers.

The suburbs would have to be my least favorite environment. Spread out, impersonal, lacking in culture and job opportunities, full of bored and often violent youths. the suburbs have absolutely no redeeming value to me. I really cannot argue a pro.

Real rural life is hard. But if you are in a certain frame of mind, can be very therapeutic. It is actually possible to feel close to nature. To find yourself in the quietude. Of course there is little employment to be found, and you MUST have a car to survive. I find that at least once every ten years or so, a little stretch of living way outside like this can help you decompress. But it is distinctly not for everyone.

So, there are my thoughts. Hope you found them helpful.

Answer 5

I prefer to live near a city, but in a country setting, if that is possible. I live in an area that could be considered country now, and I can have a lot of dogs and a backyard and all of that. In the city I'm sure I would get in trouble for having as many pets as I do!

But I want to be near a city for economic reasons. People need places to shop, hang out, have fun in, and work. In rural areas, jobs are usually harder to come by. The only thing people in my town do is go to convenience stores to buy beer. I would rather go to a museum, concert, or sporting event than sit at home and drink. But there are a lot of people in my town who happily sit home and drink every night for entertainment!

So it definitely depends on the person too. I like to go places and see things, and a city provides that for me. Others are content to stay home and look at the stars, or drive 45 minutes to the nearest grocery store. I'm not.

Answer 6

There are a lot of advantages to living in a city, but I would never do it. I like my small town life. I think the best option is to live in a small town that may be close to a city. Where I live is perfect. The population of my town is only about 200-300 but I am only 45 miunutes from Portland, OR. So it is an easy trip down there.

Answer 7

I love living in the country. I lived in a small city for a while I hated it.
In the country I can walk around barefoot. In the city I had to watch out for glass and other things on the side walk.
I don't have to lock my doors in the country. My car sits in front of my house with the keys inside and usually my purse on the front seat! Try that in the city! I don't have to worry about my neighbors being too loud. Or me being too loud for my neighbors.

There are a few things that aren't good in the country. Like we can't get a pizza delivered. Forget about public transportation. There are no kids for my son to play with. We are the last people to see a snow plow in the winter. We can't get digital cable. But these aren't big enough things to make me want to move.

Answer 8

.Country life is great for an adult. It may be a little tough on a child. I suppose it also dependes on how "country" you plan to go. There is nothing like the wide open spaces. Urban living to me always seemed claustophobic. People living on top of you or below you or both. You look out your window to se another house/apartment.
Country living is more peaceful but it take more work to cultivate friends.

Answer 9

Country life is better because of the slow pace. While the urban life is fast pace, hence the phrase "Rat Race". Urban life you do have more to do and make more money. Country life has a better education system and low crime rates compared to the urban life.

Answer 10

It depends on the person. I love the country life, I've always lived in the country and will never move to the city. People seem to be more laid back and care free. Plus I love the look and feel of the country atmosphere.

Answer 11

I like both. I live in an apartment in Houston. Everything is at my fingertips: shopping, restraurants, theater, concerts, events... you name it. We go to visit my husband's family in the country where they don't have any neighbors, no traffic, home cooking and I love how life just slows down there. The negatives of the city is the traffic, crime, and pollution. The negatives of the country is that I would never have Chinese delivery again, would have to shop online for everything I need, and could possibly get bored with no night life!