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Townsizing

Moving To A Small Town: The Pros and Cons

Nov 21, 2022
Explore the advantages and disadvantages of moving to a small town, including challenges of community-building and finding housing. Learn about a couple's ongoing conflict about the decision and the thoughts of a second guest. Discover the allure and concerns of small town living, including politics, safety, discrimination, and dating prospects. Delve into the pros and cons of relocation, from relationships to saving money, and get a sneak peek into the next episode on dating in small towns.
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Quick takeaways

  • Moving to a small town offers benefits such as increased gardening space, a slower pace of life, and a tighter-knit community, but it also raises concerns about potential homogeneity, limited amenities, and fitting into a close-knit community.
  • When considering a move to a small town, individuals need to explore and assess the energy, vibe, and compatibility of each potential small town, as well as carefully consider the challenges of dating in a smaller pool, including finding partners who align with lifestyle choices and navigating potential tokenization as a person of color.

Deep dives

Considering a Move to a Small Town

The podcast episode explores the challenges and considerations of moving to a small town. One couple, Lauren and Rose Wenstrom, share their ongoing struggle to decide whether or not to make the move, with conflicting desires for city life and rural living. They discuss factors such as proximity to family, acreage, and the trade-offs between community and personal preferences. Another guest, Noelle Moraine, shares her perspective as a single person looking for a cozy and walkable small town, while also considering diversity, dating prospects, and amenities like hair salons. Common concerns are discussed, including the need for a supportive community, social and political compatibility, and the challenges of dating in a smaller pool. The episode ends with the acknowledgment that the decision to move to a small town requires careful consideration, financial planning, and perhaps a leap of faith.

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