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This Is Where You Belong

the Art and Science of Loving the Place You Live
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Aug 10, 2016PimaLib_AmyW rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Residents of towns and cities frequently view their attachment level to any given city as something intrinsically related to the amenities each city offers - the quality of the restaurants, the art and cultural venues in the city, the green spaces surrounding the city, etc. However, Melody Warnick argues that "place attachment" is often something that residents need to work to achieve. And the act of working to achieve connection with the place you currently live is what can make you fall in love with your city. The author, a self-described "serial mover," details her experience surrounding her efforts to gain a sense of attachment to a small town in Virginia. This book was an interesting read, and it could be life-changing, if the principles from the book are put into practice.