Rural Isaan is the real Thailand.
Forget anything fancy, tourist attractions, entertainment or anything else.
What you see is exactly how life is here.
This photo shows our housing complex, and our one neighbor across the street.
What do you think of this kind of living when you think of Thailand?
Most would never even equate the 2, however, the highest percentage of Thai people live in rural areas like this.
If you like fresh air and peace/quiet, this is the Thailand you need to live in.
No stress or worries at all.
We can always go on a holiday to those other places if needed.