If you’re venting, it might be because the real work—like meeting your neighbors or engaging directly—feels uncomfortable. But growth starts there. If you’re not willing to advocate publicly for what you believe, then anonymous rants probably aren’t reaching anyone beyond the same echo chamber of people avoiding real dialogue. Instead of complaining, try learning to connect with those who challenge you. And if this place truly doesn’t feel like home, it might be worth asking whether it’s time to return to a place that does. Welcome to my town. Sincerely, Local