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The author, a resident of Toronto, has been feeling a sense of disconnection from the city’s social fabric for a while now. The city’s perceived coldness, lack of genuine mental health support, and the tendency of its inhabitants to be offended by trivial matters while ignoring pressing issues such as bullying, isolation, and stress have led the author to consider a fresh start in a different city. Houston, Texas, has emerged as a potential destination due to its reputation for being grounded, direct, and community-oriented. However, the author is apprehensive about the stereotypes associated with Houston and Texas, as propagated by Torontonians and Canadians in general. The author seeks to understand the actual social atmosphere in Houston, the friendliness of its people, and the ease of making friends in comparison to big cities like Toronto.
Answers from Social Media
The Reddit discussion provides a variety of perspectives on the stereotypes associated with Houston. One user acknowledges the prevalence of guns and trucks but clarifies that oil rigs are mostly located elsewhere in the state. Another user refutes the notion of hostility towards outsiders, stating that most people in Houston aren’t locals and that they themselves have felt like a local after moving there 25 years ago…