Fresh air filled with the aroma of cut grass, berries and fruits in abundance, water from a well, the feeling of morning damp dew on bare feet and intoxicating happiness - this is how rural life seems to many. Some residents of megacities dream of moving from the city to the village. Can we do it? In what ways can this dream come true, will not rural life be a burden to a city dweller?
The benefits are obvious
People who spend their whole lives in the metropolis cannot boast of excellent he alth. Harmful exhaust gases, food from supermarkets, constant stress and fuss - all these factors destroy the natural protective shell of a person, making him vulnerable to various diseases.
The villager feels completely different. It has been proven that people living in villages have much better he alth. Constant exposure to fresh air, the use of clean water and food have a beneficial effecton the human body, forming a normal metabolism and strong immunity.
Earth, garden, vegetable garden
People who are not afraid of working on the ground tend to move to the countryside from the city. Vegetables and fruits grown in our own garden are very tasty and he althy. You can also set up your own garden and pick fragrant apples, currants, raspberries every year.
Between the fruit trees, a cozy gazebo made of vines and a spacious hammock will look great. Here you can relax in the shade of trees on hot days, enjoying peace and quiet, and on weekends invite friends and have fun in nature.
New Features
After moving from the city to the countryside, some people can't get used to the deep silence that dwells in a farmhouse. There is no roar of cars, signals at night and noise of neighbors behind the wall. Silence reigns everywhere, the thin-voiced singing of birds and the rustle of foliage are heard. Once in such an atmosphere, a person begins to feel freedom, the measured pace of village life and completely gets rid of stress and anxiety.
There are new opportunities that are inaccessible to the city dweller. Now you can get a dog, a cat and not really worry if they want to walk today. Pets will have fun running around the yard without interfering with your plans and worries. If you wish, you can start a farm: chickens, a pig or even a cow. Then homemade eggs, fresh meat and milk will become habitual products in your abode.
Benefits for children
Everyone knows how good a child is in the villageparents. The baby becomes more independent, calm, and clean air, fresh food has a positive effect on metabolism and strengthens the immune system. Being constantly outside, playing with friends, running around and shouting cheerfully - absolutely all children like the freedom of the village, away from the noise of cars and the dangers of the city.
In addition, here the child can constantly communicate with pets, get a pet, take care of him. In summer, village kids look tanned, rosy-cheeked and absolutely happy. And how much fun winter holidays in the countryside give! Snow-covered meadows beckon children with their steep slopes, and now you can hear ringing laughter and perky courage of little mischief-makers!
Moving from city to countryside
If you have finally decided that you want to give up city life, you should not rush. You need to think carefully and decide on the area that is ideal for the realization of your dreams. It is best to leave the city for the village where your friends or relatives live. You will have at least some support at first, and a friendly tip or a little help never hurt anyone.
When choosing a place to move, you should not stop your attention on remote villages. There must be at least some kind of civilization in the village: a shop, a school for children, a post office to receive or write a letter. It can be difficult to get from the village to the city, so it is desirable that there be a convenient transport interchange, buses run.
Choosing an activity
If the village inwhere you are moving is far from your city, you should consider how you will earn a living. You will have to leave your main place of work, and it is very difficult to find a job in your speci alty in the village.
Perhaps you will sell homemade milk, eggs, or raise chickens in an incubator. All options for good earnings need to be considered and calculated so that later you do not curse yourself for a hasty decision.
It's good if there is some kind of passive income in the form of a bank deposit or a share in a business. Then you will have confidence in the future and stable financial support.
Warm and comfortable
We live in an age of progress and modern technology, so even in the village you need to equip life. All amenities, a bathroom and warm batteries must be present in your home or immediately after the move you need to deal with this problem.
Of course, if you like chopping wood and heating the stove, the question disappears by itself. But still, it's better to just relax in a warm house and not feel uncomfortable, especially when frosts crackle outside the window.
Do you like driving?
To quickly move from the city to the countryside and not feel disadvantaged, it is very good if the family has its own car, and even better two of them. Often, transport communications are very poorly developed in villages, so you will have to get to a school, hospital or bank by car.
Very good if the wife is also a driver. Then she will not depend on her husband's work schedule and will be able to takechildren to school or at any time convenient for her to go about her business.
Neighbors and locals
During the move from the city to the village, the migrants are least concerned about the issue of communication. It seems that people are the same everywhere, and if friendliness is developed by nature, there should be no problems. But it's not. Rural residents are more closed than city dwellers, and perhaps at first, migrants from the city to the village will feel increased attention and tension.
A very unpleasant feature of small villages is that every resident is in full view of everyone. Any act, appearance or lifestyle is always discussed and very often not in a positive tone. Gossip and gossip arise, and if at first you try not to pay attention to such trifles, then over time the influence of the social environment becomes very noticeable.
Residents of megacities are accustomed to the hustle and bustle, the crazy pace of life, and therefore, the first time after moving from the city to the village for permanent residence, many feel bored and alone.
Technical side
Another important circumstance that the townspeople do not know about is the lack of some services and communications. The speed of the Internet in many villages leaves much to be desired, there are failures in its operation and a complete lack of coverage. This also applies to cellular services. To comfortably talk on the phone with relatives, some villagers go up to the roof of houses or any elevations.
There are also power outages. This is due tobreakdowns, hurricanes or other adverse weather conditions. For several hours you can be left without electricity, and if the repair is delayed, then for a longer time.
Hard work
No matter how long-awaited your move from the city to the countryside may be, you need to understand that now your life will change. Basically it concerns personal time. Life in the village is, first of all, work, daily and hard. Working in the garden, in the garden, caring for the territory of the house, taking care of pets - all this will have to be done every day.
Besides, no one canceled the usual things. Cooking, cleaning, ironing and washing - these women's worries do not disappear, only now they need to be combined with other activities.
It's great if all family members help each other and strive for a common goal. This is especially true of the stronger sex. If your spouse is a fan of football and a soft sofa, you need to think very carefully before moving to the countryside from the city.
Rough work requires male participation. In winter, you need to remove snow, clear paths, in summer - fix something, chop firewood, help in the garden. In order to create a cozy life and a comfortable environment, the participation of all family members is very important. Then it will bring joy, and the work will go quickly and easily.
When in doubt
Quiet rural life attracts the inhabitants of megacities, tired of the hustle and bustle and hard daily routine. I want a carefree existence, not burdened with problems, stresses andthe eternal "pursuit" of we alth or a good position. However, moving from the city to the countryside can be disastrous for people who:
- cannot imagine their life without theatres, clubs and active events;
- have no permanent source of income;
- any difficult work is a burden for them;
- unprepared for challenges;
- fear of physical labor.
Desirable freedom
Of course, not everyone can live in the city, but not everyone is comfortable in the countryside. When deciding to move to the outback, you need to be prepared for surprises, some difficulties and even conflicts. Rural life may look completely different from what many imagine.
An excellent option would be to live in a village you like for a while, for example, in the summer. Then you can really assess the situation, meet someone, learn about the social life of the village. If you don't change your mind at the end of summer, feel free to move to the countryside.
Green meadows with tall grass, blooming fragrant gardens, scarlet apple trees and a cozy comfortable house - isn't that a joy? A few years will pass, and sitting on the terrace under the quiet murmur of grasshoppers, you will think for a moment and realize that you are very happy, and your decision to move to the village was really the right one!
