Odd, I’ve lived here in SFL most of my life and have the exact opposite experience.
Maybe the fact I enjoy making people smile helps?
I enjoy making people smile, too, and usually am smiling when I’m out in public. My mother had me memorize The Golden Rule when I was about 3 as she was washing dishes. I’m glad you found a community in SFL that’s peaceful. Do you venture out other places? Your invalidation of my personal experiences doesn’t negate them.