One day off not enough: Bengaluru doctor compares city life with Bidar
Living in a major city often comes with better access to jobs, entertainment, healthcare and other opportunities, but it can also mean longer commutes, busy roads and packed schedules. For many people, even a weekend can feel too short to rest or complete everything they want to do. A recent social media post on Twitter by a Bengaluru-based doctor has brought attention to this difference in lifestyle, after he compared his daily routine in Bengaluru with the slower pace he experienced in Bidar, a tier 3 city in Karnataka.
The doctor, who uses the name TheFitDoc on X, said that he often felt he did not have enough time to do different activities while living in Bengaluru. According to him, even having one day off did not feel sufficient. His observation has since sparked reactions from social media users who shared similar experiences about life in large cities. Screengrab: Twitter: Thefitdoc @Siddurp2 DOCTOR COMPARES LIFE IN BENGALURU AND BIDAR
In his post on X, the doctor described how different his routine felt after spending time in Bidar. He said that while living in Bengaluru, he often felt that his free time was limited and that a single day off was not enough to relax or do things he enjoyed.
He then described a very different experience in Bidar. The doctor said he went for a long run, had a meal and had a nap, yet it was still only 2 pm. He added that he might even go for another movie later in the day.
His post highlighted how the perception of time can change depending on the pace of a city and the daily responsibilities of its residents.SOCIAL MEDIA USERS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES
The post received several reactions from users on X, with some agreeing that smaller cities can offer a slower and less stressful lifestyle.
One user suggested that the difference could be because the doctor had simply started his day early. Another person said they had experienced something similar, while a third user attributed the slower pace partly to having fewer distractions.
The responses showed that the comparison resonated with people who have lived in both large cities and smaller towns. While some users pointed out that a slower routine can provide more personal time, others suggested that individual schedules and habits also play an important role.THE PACE OF LIFE IN BIG CITIES
Bengaluru is known as one of India's major technology and employment hubs, attracting people from across the country. However, the city's busy lifestyle can also involve long commutes, traffic and demanding work schedules.
In comparison, smaller cities and towns may offer shorter travel times and fewer daily commitments, allowing people to spend more time on activities such as exercise, rest, socialising or entertainment.
The doctor's post does not suggest that one lifestyle is necessarily better than the other. Instead, it reflects how the same day can feel very different depending on where a person lives and how much time is spent travelling or managing daily responsibilities.
For many urban professionals, the idea of having enough time to exercise, eat, sleep and still watch a movie in the same afternoon may seem unusual. For others living in smaller cities, it may simply be part of a slower daily routine.(Disclaimer: This story is based on a social media post. The details, including figures, background, and outcomes, have not been independently verified by India Today. The article is intended for informational purposes only, and readers are advised to exercise their own discretion before drawing conclusions or making decisions based on the content.)- Ends
