u/Dahilchik

Everyone always complains about being isolated in smaller cities, but no one points out what's genuinely missing (like third places, better transit, or community hubs). People just accept the boredom instead of demanding actual solutions, and it needs to change.

I really notice how people underestimate themselves and don’t really understand the responsibility they possess, often maintaining an opinion of “all or nothing”(for instance either everyone changes the city, or no one does — and I move away). What are your thoughts on this?

GUYS, I genuinely want to do something about it💔

I’ve noticed that many teenagers from small towns talk about feeling bored, isolated, or like there’s “nothing to do”. But at the same time, people rarely discuss what could actually make small towns feel more alive, connected, and enjoyable to live in.

This topic became really personal to me, so I started researching what people genuinely feel is missing in smaller cities and communities.

If you grew up in a small town (or still live in one), what has your experience been like?