[cathexis]

I remember when you could walk around oblivious to your
surroundings without the fear that someone would disturb
you except to maybe ask directions somewhere.

Kids had no fear riding around visiting neighbors blocks away
that your parents didn't even know.

Go on a hike in the woods or large park in the city without fear.

I had to learn to be cautious of strangers, poking around abandoned houses, getting a ride home from someone who lived around the neighborhood that I didn't necessarily know.

You get the idea? When first moving to a city, got into a few jams due to my gullibility. It made me hard and suspicious. Sad.