would i be better off living in america?

Question

every american on heres always so nice to me, gives me quality advice and seems to genuinly care..sean hannity is always saying americas a great place and your blessed to live there, that every american never wants to pry into your life and will try to help best way they can, and i believe sean hannity i listen to wbap regularley, the news and talk of texas and wish i was there....i worry because england is such an aggressive place now, with violent crimes and i often wonder how i could ever get to the states or canada..with me not working and battlin psychiatric probs.....your answers will probally be, i never can...which means im doomed to stay here where i dont want to be..is this the case? please dont say learn to be happy here, because i truly dont wanna be here

Answer 1

there are definitely ways to do it but remember, the grass isn't always greener on the other side!

Answer 2

First off, America is a HUGE country, where some areas have lower costs of living than others, jobs are plentiful in some areas and sparse in others, and some areas have higher crime rates than others.

Should you decide to move to the US, would you be prepared to leave any England attachments behind (family, friends)? In general, the US is pretty prosperous in terms of economy. At the same time, health care is (for the most part) not free, which is where Canada differs. If your psychiatric problems involve healthcare, then Canada would be your best bet.

Then there are the little things to think about, such as how a lot of people in other countries dislike America (thank goodness you're obviously an exception) and how people might treat you (given your English accent). Also, learning to drive on the right side of the road.

Bottom line: If you have little or no attachments in England, and have a set plan on what you're going to do when you get to America, do it. A part of you is obviously itching to do it, and if you have the time and finances to accomplish such a feat, it will definitely be a learning experience whether you like it or not.

Answer 3

I think your chances are extremely slim. Sean may have a rose coloured picture of his country too. There is more violent crime in the US than in England and there the people have guns so the violence is usually a permanent thing for the victim.

America has towns and cities that are very nice but under that veneer is the real dirt and just about any city you go to now is like that.

I won't tell you to be happy here if that is not what you think you can manage but it would be to your advantage to at least check out what he is saying to be fact.

People there are just as nosey and mean as they are here even in Texas.

Answer 4

Givin the choice you would be beter of in Canada than in America, IF you are set on going to the North American continent. As an American I will say that I can't imagine anyone actually WANTING to come here. I mean the emoployment situation is horrendous...medical care is too expensive on EVERY level and what you get on any sort of public assistance is just as bad as not ahve any at all. The moment you're born there are way WAY too many people tha thtingk it iw their mission in life to for you to be what they think you should be, HOW they think you should be. America has far FAR more violent crimes that ANY country in the world, the percentages are staggering. Murder, rape, assault are all highter here than by percentage than in any other country in the world. OH and Don;t get me started on teh legal system....it's a joke...Beleive me....you DON'T want to come here. Plus IF at some point you want to leave...they won't let you...I've been trying to get out for more than 30 years and I still can't find anyone in ANY office that can tell me what agency to contact or what form to fill out to leave...permanently...believe me...you're better off somewhere else, ANYWHERE else...

Answer 5

I never lived in England so I can't say that living in America will be better for you.

As for me, I like America..it has it's share of crimes (violence, hate, etc), but I do not think a lot of places are crime free..even if you go to an island like Fiji..the islanders would only want you there for a few days/weeks, but to live there, you are different.

As for me I partically like California, especially San Francisco because it's really accepting and have a relaxed liberal feel. There's also a lot to do and many beautiful things to see. SF is have a good public health system that are willing to help you. Many resources in SF.

If I was to move from England to the States, I would live in San Francisco, CA.

Do careful research before you come!

Answer 6

America really isn't that great. Its funny because I thought England would be a really nice place to be? But you might think differently. There is an awful lot of crime here, I'm pretty sure there is more crime and drugs here than where you are. but...come over for a visit and see if you like it.

Answer 7

Yes, America is a nice and privelaged country. However, there is no "perfect" place in which to live on this earth, and running fgrom problems does not make them go away (trust me I've tried). However, you can always apply for citizenship.. but if you are able to get here.. just know it's not going to be a heaven on earth or something, and yiou will still need to address your personal problems.

Answer 8

Why dont you travel somewhere in europe first? Get a job abroad, meet people and then see how you feel. You may just need a change of scenery, Britain isnt for everyone and i think it would be good to broaden your horizons. America is difficult to get into, you need to get a green card and allsorts, try this out and see how you feel.

Answer 9

America has its pros and cons, like any place. There are a lot of great cities here and a lot of great people but if you are leaving the UK because of crime, I would strongly urge you to reconsider the USA. Crime is a real problem in a lot of places here.

Answer 10

yep England is a dangerous place these days,but i feel you don't want to see the Good in it,anyway if you really wanna go then go the only thing stopping you is you,try taking a long holiday first to see how you get on,as for your health problems they got the same pills we got and good doctors but remember no NHS good luck follow your dreams.lol

Answer 11

well if you really want to move then do it and don't give up. don't expect it to be a cure all for your problems though. and there are problems like you are describing that England has in every major city in the US. maybe it would do you some good to get out into the countryside for awhile.