Be afraid; be very afraid.
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7/23/2007
I've lived in New York for four years now. When I came here from Boston I just couldn't get enough. I was out every night, meeting exciting new people, drinking in the culture and learning to grow a New York attitude. About two years into my experience, I began to notice that every one around me was fixated on success, work, money, being busy, being occupied... It is almost impossible to form legitimate relationships here because there is always something better around the corner for everyone. In addition, there is very little accountability here because you can count on never seeing most of the people you meet ever again. Forget dating here-it's been the most psychotic experience of my life; this city attracts and breeds psychopaths. I'm only just beginning to realize that I'm surrounded by people who have sacrificed their humanity to stay on top in the Big City. ALOT of people here are all alone, extremely neurotic and missing out on the beautiful things that make a life worth living. Sure, we've got entertainment...we've also got smog, trash, cockroaches, and a heartless rat race. It's a cruel, materialistic city--come check out some shows, and go back to a kinder, gentler existance.
akay | New York, NY