I don't have to imagine! I grew up in a village. On the whole, I think it's a plus, but you're right that this happens a lot.
Re:30 minutes with a stranger
by derangedHorse on Friday September 05, 2025 @07:59AM
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If the society was truly communal, then the people able to employ you should be the same ones gossiping. The question then becomes why they won't employ you. I do agree that living communally can be unpleasant if you're an independent thinker with views different from everyone else in a way no one can appreciate.
Imagine not being able to get a job and having everyone actually gossiping about you. Pretty much middle school fears realized.