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He shares personal reflections on age and physical capacity, noting he bought his property in his late 40s. Since then, he has lost weight and improved his fitness, recognizing that heavy labor can be daunting for those out of shape. He advises considering your physical health and the amount of maintenance needed when purchasing rural properties.
Family and animal management are also part of rural life. The speaker owns chickens and dogs, and notes that caring for animals adds to the workload but also enhances rural living's appeal—something he prefers over city living, which he finds less safe and less appealing.