Absolutely. It seems like everyone is "on edge" and I've found myself this way too simply by virtue of being here. For example, I caught a lovely Murray Cod recently. Quick segway, fishing, and the environment are one of the last bastions of "good" here. Fishing here is so good. Soon enough, they'll ban it due to cruelty to the fish and "fish lives matter". But I digress.
So I caught the cod, and I posted it on Facebook. Couldn't believe how many vitriolic comments there were simply because I put it down in the dirt. Seems like everyone is ready to lash out at anyone for the most minor infraction.
Another time, I saw the aftermath of a bad crash involving a cyclist and a motorist on my way home from work. I then posted on Facebook, as a concerned citizen, asking if anyone knew whether this person was fine or not. I was then lambasted by no less than 10 morons saying that I should "mind my own business" and "stop rubbernecking". I think this example epitomizes the lack of community here. Everyone is expected to focus only on themselves and their immediate peer group.
Coupled with various other experiences including the forced vaccinations and lockdown madness, this country has left a terrible taste in my mouth. I want to leave, but I *should* go to university (I've finally figured out what I want to study). But the thought of being here 3 years more makes me cringe.
