Many people dream of living in a big city, and I used to be one of them. Smaller towns and villages can be found on the fringes of large cities, and frequently residents of these areas move to the larger ones.
People frequently leave their tiny towns in pursuit of better occupations and ways to make a livelihood because they don't have many options to advance in their fields of interest or earn money.While it is true that many aspirations are realised in large cities, there are also many dreams that are dashed there as well. To survive, get by, or succeed in a major metropolis, one needs to have a radically different perspective.
A large metropolis has a lot to offer you to make your life enjoyable. But as you are well aware, good things don't come to those who wait, so if you want to enjoy the benefits of city living, you must work as hard as the city does. As a result, people put in endless effort to achieve their goals and succeed.
Living in a huge city can be characterised as fast-paced, fluid, and largely isolated from nature. Although it provides excellent prospects and cutting-edge amenities, it can also be very demanding and stressful. However, people who reside in large cities are used to their way of life and have a difficult time adjusting to life in a small town or hamlet.
I had the somewhat naive idea that once I relocated to a big city, my wardrobe and style would miraculously change, much like Andy did in the makeover scene from The Devil Wears Prada. In fact, being in Chicago and having to walk everywhere as well as spending more time outdoors than I ever did at home made me realise that there simply isn't as much place in a person's closet for four-inch stilettos as you might think.
Moving to a big city exposes you and forces you to face your biggest weaknesses every time you step outside, and on those days when you're feeling particularly vulnerable, the probability that you will be exposed to one of your triggers when in the presence of two million people is pretty much inevitable. For me, being in a crowd in the Loop at rush hour may make whatever minor annoyances I was experiencing during the day feel ten times more magnified when I'm feeling stressed or when my day isn't going my way.
Despite the occasional inconvenience (get me food before you cram me into that other guy! ), public transport is often really great. You can actually save a tonne of money each year by not owning a car if the system in your city offers a lot of coverage.
You should expect to experience weather variation in most major cities, and you could even notice it more than usual because it will be a little different from what you're used to. It's important to pack clothing that will keep you dry and warm in the winter (add a few more layers if you're studying in New York City), as well as lightweight cotton clothing to prevent overheating in the summer (drop a layer if you're studying in Hong Kong). Basically, use common sense because you'll get sick if you spend a lot of time in conditions that are excessively cold, moist, or hot.
Thank you for reading this with patience 😊
