I think it depends on how you feel about your big city. I live in on in a great community on the edge of a big city. I like the conveniences of the city. Markets (organic), alternative health care options, bus system if I every have to stop driving, quick response emergency services, etc.
Also, finding a community with good neighbors is important to me.
Maybe it is time for one of those Pros & Cons list about your community.
My husband also has some disability/medical needs and I like that we are close to his treatment centers.

That's a good question. I just took a Face Book quiz about which state would you be happiest
living in. It didn't talk about big or small towns. One question was, how important is it to you to
live close to your family. There are many things to consider. I would think one would be your
job if you're working or if you're married. Is your partner able to move? I am retired now and
live in a 'medium size town'. It is definitely less stressful for me because I can choose my own
schedule. There is less pollution here than most places (except from Chem trails which are
upsetting to me.) Where can one live now without some form of pollution? Ugh!!
I do have access to farmer's markets, plays, movies, restaurants and easy parking.
to healthy food and many health care practitioners. I was able to be treated by some very good
alternative doctors that wouldn't have been available in some states or even in remote towns.
The crime rate seems to be lower than bigger cities. I feel safe walking in my neighborhood
at night. So, there are some things to put into the hopper.

I have lived in smallish towns in New England (very bucolic and peaceful) for the entirety of my illness. I think it may have made things easier re finding peace but harder re finding doctors and getting basic needs met. We just made a temporary move and eventually will settle in the capital of our state. They call it a city but by most standards it's still a small town. But it has bus service, taxis, places to swim in warm water, many shopping centers and two decent medical centers with loads of doctors within 20 min. I think it's a trade off. I think reality of needs can be balanced with a place you can find peace and less stress if that's available to you. What I think really matters more is your lifestyle, keeping it simple...and cutting the people who are hurtful or stressful out of your life whenever possible. Wishing you peace

Hi! I'm a Jersey Girl! I live very close to New York, so my little town is a hub of mass transit seekers. I find that the fast pace of those around me is just fine as long as it isn't noisey! I would not want to give up the city life. My life style isn't dependent on peace and quiet. When I crash, I need that, but can find it in my home. As soon as I'm out of the crash, I'm happy to be in my little busy town.

So, town verses city is a tough one! I really think it's where you find your happiness, whether town or city. I find mine being close to family and home church. As others have mentioned, I like being near to medical facilities, food markets, little strip malls......!

A nice weekend away to Pennsylvania, to get away from it all is always a treat, but, I quickly find it definitely too quiet and want to come home.

Less stress is the key for all of us. Home is where your heart is. Iisten to your heart! Wherever you choose to live, town or city, be happy inside, try to pace and reduce your stressors. As for me, quiet doesn't soothe me as much as a visit from my friends! Rotten disease this is! Hang in there! xox

Thanks so much for your insights! It's such a difficult decision... one we've been thinking about for awhile! I think I feel better out of the city (less pollution), but there are trade offs like easy access to lots of health care options here.