I flew through China once. The planes were terrific but the whole experience was off putting. There was an unscheduled stop in China. Long distances to to get to transfer flights with confusing directions from staff. Everyone was nice and doing their job but I have deliberately chosen not to fly through China again.
Not mad. Just pointing out that seeking places to live in Thailand that also has foreigners, expats, Americans isn’t abnormal or imply that someone is afraid of Thais or that someone is seeking to live in western bubble in a foreign country.
Bangkok or the countryside, I interact with the locals every day. Talking with English speaking expats for an hour or so once or twice a week is not separating me from Thailand.