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If one can get off the street and into a place, including a tiny house, good for them !! That's quite an achievement today. The powers that be, both Dems and Reps, are making it ever harder all the time.
Not driven by consumption and materialism? I totally disagree. He didn’t make his clothes, his bedding, his curtains, his computer, his freezer, his furniture, his bike, the bio digester or the building materials. Those were most likely made by someone in China or Mexico. They then were put on a ship and a truck that was powered by carbon fuels and brought to market. He may be living a minimalistic lifestyle but don’t be disillusioned, he is still a consumer.
Wow I needed to hear this today thank you! My family and I are planning a cross country trip and living in our Rv full time to simplify, I’ve gotten a lot of negative opinions from family and friends about this and I was really questioning our decision this morning but after reading this, there’s no turning back.
Honestly a really inspiring guy. He has strong beliefs and instead of whining to others about it, he sets an example and promotes his lifestyle to others, well done
He has a glow of contentment and purpose around him. He is so self reliant and simple. This is an example of simple living and high thinking at its best.
Esther Madueke Welcome to downward bound. What a way to live when you have well off people who are willing to facilitate your style of life. Totally impossible when everyone wants to live like this. We call this the third world in reality.
good thing he is in Orlando. I imagine having an outdoor kitchen with heavy rains, snow and minus 10-15 degrees. Preferably have to live somewhere where the temperature is not dropping below 0°
People need to stop sharing these on the internet. Politicians are starting to make them illegal. They are making boat life illegal too. They just made is so you need to move your boat every 90 days in Florida. Politicians want you paying rent and property tax. Guys like this probably piss politicians off.
another promotions of bad old dark age Feudal systems! (and he is bamboozle everyone into a simple mindsets of peasant/serves position!) What happened if his landlords change their minds about keeping this man-pet on their real-estate properties?
@@agustintintin2126 dude, the world is full of landowners who dont mind or even notice someone on their property. Loads of people who own acres upon acres of woodland, pastures and all. A feudal system involves enslavement, a surf is a person whose labor comes with ownership of the land they're living on, unpaid, and there's no free will. This guy has realized and lived other ways. He's excersizing a privilege really. Makes no romantic claims about people who are exploited and empoverished. It's all his choice and he as well as the land owner can make new and different ones. Seems you haven't picked up on who this guy is, what makes him tick and what he's all about. Some peopke spend their lives and money on throwing themselves out of airplanes with nylon wings, some climb the nortj side of K 2 after raising a million bucks, some build survival bunkers out the back of yheir property costing mor than a small home or collect military arsenals in their garage and quote scripture every chance they get and you're bothered by this guy minding his own business, leaving the tiniest footprint ever? I'm so grateful I don't have your problems. Life must be pretty dark man. Sounds like you need to get out and do some travelling and see a little more of the world.
Anyone making fun of him is probably working 70 hrs a week, in debt, struggling to pay their bills, and miserable with their own lives. Peace of mind is priceless!!!!! I aspire to be like this guy!!! Definitely a great role model for the young people going out into the world. He shows us there is a another way to live this life!! Thank you!!!
What is he going to do when he gets old? Maybe a bike with training wheels? No 401k no ss ? I guess you young people will have to take care of him. Get woke go broke!
I'm not making fun of him, I'm just wondering about the house. Who owns the property and pays the property taxes and electric bill? Unless maybe he is renting the property. I guess you could make a bit of money selling honey but I doubt it is enough to rent a backyard.
Rob's life shown here, is the best, real deal, little house, homesteading life I've seen. I'm really impressed. May he continue onward, and be able to inspire many, for decades to come.
Everyone’s freaking out about quarantine and the fact that the stores don’t have toilet paper or water and homeboy is living his life like nothing happened
@@beckycondreay9212 He will probably still carry on as if nothing has happened, lol. Wait, he may be getting more inquiries about his lifestyle. So, for him, life might be even better now, if this global disruption has generated interest in the many tools he has around his little abode.
But doesn’t he have to have health insurance? I suppose he gets medical assistance since he is considered poor and living in poverty even though he chooses to live that way.
This is amazing! I commend this gentleman for acknowledging we need very little to live and making that a practice in his actual life. People around the world live like this and live well in to their 100's. Makes you think twice about the things we called a need in life.
What an impressive, interesting man who appears genuinely committed to preserving survival skills that many of us in the modern world have lost. I admire his enthusiasm for exploring such a simple lifestyle and then sharing that knowledge.
He is beyond smart. He is very astute. He is living life as it was meant too be lived why we ha strife in the world the need for more and wanting what the next person has do we really need to live like that. I like his perspective. Could I do it probably not. I'm caught up in the world of want.
I live in the country and people are always trying to move in on me. They must think I'm a nice guy, I sort of am but really don't want to live with anyone especially pushy people who think they can homestead in my barn.
To be fair he appears genuinely committed to this lifestyle, extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful whilst enthusiastic about sharing the skills he has. It does seem to be a fair and mutually beneficial exchange for him and the homeowners, almost like the old fashion days of having a caretaker cottage where the groundskeeper lives. I also like how he doesn’t try to glamorise of idealise his situation nor hide the challenges his choices can pose. The most important comment he said was there are pluses and minuses to EVERY choice we make and life is never easy nor carefree and can be unpredictable but we do have a choice about how we prioritise what we invest our energy into.
The less stuff you have, the less time you have to waste to care for them😍🥰 Less is more. Very true, small house gets messy faster. I live in a studio, so it is similiar to this shed. Kudos to the guy.
@Michael The problem with thinking is this, no one else is going to be exactly the same as you on anything. Anti-war is pro peace. The nit picking by Mother Teresa is why the protests never go anywhere. The person in the video is canceled out by the mere fact that he lives on someone's property who isn't doing any of the things he is.
Already have my land in Hartsel. Be sure to check building requirements. The limit for my county is a 200 sf building with a mandatory foundation. Otherwise it's considered camping which for me would be a 2 week limit with a permit. Even when it's your land, there are still some rules.
Truly inspirational human being. I aspire to be this concious of my impact on the environment and the people around me. We as a society have to start exploring and implementing sustainability at scale, and this man is a prime example of how we can accomplish this. Perfect example of how one man's journey can create a new paradigm.
For the 28.5 months I lived in my house before I got water/septic, I used a solar camp shower bag, in a plastic/acrylic clawfoot tub. Hauled my water on my way home from the farm, at a local water spout weekly in 20 gallon camp jugs. Grew a small garden. Now I have a drilled well, toilet, and so much more. I'm happy to be back on the grid honestly, but it showed me what I was capable of.
Yeah i haven't seen the whole video yet but he can only live there because another person bought that property and let him live there. You always have to pay or another person if you want to build something somewhere
This guy is so inspiring. I'm obsessed with the Tiny House movement. Though I dream of having a luxury tiny house, someday, after watching this man, and seeing how simply he lives, I think I'll aim for a more rustic simple house. Thank you for sharing this inspirational person with us.
Salute!Reaching my senior years now...after living in cities around the globe for 3 decades....I am a musician and a farmer and a cook. I am also a Philanthropist and will soon start to live similar like you ,simple living,plant organic and healthier plants ,and share this marvelous idea.This is actually what we need now during the Pandemic and after...and the coming years to come.
@@troygrant5418 Yeah. He's actually got plenty in a tiny amount of space. He has greater independence + more flexible *time* + likely his mind feels chill. You can tell he's pretty happy with this lifestyle.
I'm in aww. Your inspiring. This is keeping it real. I've learned to live on less and find I'm happier but you have really rocked this congrats thank you for helping our planet.
7-14-21 Although I'm not prepared to live quite as rustically as Rob, I love his creativity and passion. This is someone living life on his own terms, and he has created the life he wants to live. You give up some things to have other things(compromise in a positive way), and I respect and appreciate his honesty. Very inspiring and informative video.
I like his honesty and the fact that he cares about people and the environment and has come up with these amazing alternatives. I would love to have him demonstrate what he eats. You see a little about it, but I would love to see a video on it.
I was a little skeptical about this video at first, but after giving it some time and watching the whole way through, I'm impressed. I applaud his his efforts. I will applaud the efforts of those who will make technology that allows us to live sustainably at scale more, but I admire someone without that drive or skill doing this almost as admirably.
@@heff2959 I have too much debt. If I wait til my house is paid off then when I sell I can pay off all my debts and have a little left to start over debt free like in a van down by the river.
Seems good so far! Was easy to talk to about his My Shed Plans [Go Here=> *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. Guided me in the right direction & helped me understand everything & in the end it was what I wanted
I was skeptical at first, seeing clearly he was in someone’s yard. I kept thinking “that’s great, but..”. Then he explained. It’s the most basic form of interaction/ exchange. He’s living the life he loves & helping the world along the way. Great video!
Its not hard as a human one should have enough adaptive skills to do even better than him.. But after frugal living you realize less is sometimes more hence he realized he only needed a room to live, and he basically has the entire yard, I’d need an A/C in that shed though but overall I’d suggest a $500 efficiency with all utilities if you’re gunna be in someones backyard...
Obviously, there is no HOA involved with the community where you live, but I'm still amazed that some NIMBY busybody hasn't tried to disrupt what you and the homeowner are trying to achieve. What you're doing is really awesome and incredibly inspirational!
I also live in Orlando. The majority of the area is riddled with HOAs, but we do have pockets without them, and you'll find that the non-HOA places don't step on ANYONE'S toes, because we all escaped from oppressive and obnoxious HOAs (although he moved to NC, so I guess someone may have given him trouble; that, or he got sick of these mosquitoes and the humidity).
I also live in Orlando, close to downtown, and know several people who are now on the verge of homelessness. I’d love to talk to this guy and maybe organize a tiny house community for those who are being priced out of renting (it’s honestly outrageous now)! I’m also big into growing seedlings now, and would love to share!
ADORABLE & BRILLIANT... NOT A LIFESTYLE FOR MOST, BUT IT IS YOUR LIFE AND I SO APPRECIATE YOUR RESPECT FOR EARTH AND RECYCLING. BEST OF LUCK AND MUCH SUCCESS.
Lyrrad Senoj I think there is plenty of stress. No living being gets away with that lol. He may be avoiding some financial stress now but what does the future bring?
I love the aspect of having the outside in, by having the ventilation aspect in the roof. That has to be more healthy. The outdoor cooking space was so cool too - especially the water collection/storage/delivery simplicity. A total exercise on simplicity and high circularity.
The "summer kitchen" is an old concept from the days before a/c. Amazing how reliant we have become on juice-chugging a/c, especially in the American south and southwest.
I have a 10 by 10 up my mountain ( 500 hundred yds. behind my house ) for 20 years now. My son (32 yrs) insulated it and installed a propane wall heater as I live in northeast Pennsylvania. There is lots to forage and hunt. I plan on living there three seasons of the year and traveling for the winter. I ❤ your attitude and what you've done ! God bless and stay safe 💙💙❤💙💙
Interesting person. Really love everything that he’s doing. My only worry is that he’s highly vulnerable to the homeowner suddenly telling him to go. Keep up your excellent work.
He explains the arrangement in depth on his UA-cam channel. The short version is the land owner wanted to learn to live more sustainably. So they let Rob live on the land for the time, in exchange he will teach them how to maintain the garden and live a better life and when Rob leaves the owner keeps the garden, tiny house, and outdoor kitchen.
@@thechaotimagnet and you think the owner will live there forever? He could sell the house next month or move to another state. I know he is a nature man but that is no difference to living in the pre-industrial age. If you stuck in that time then there will be no advancement today. People live like that before. Do you think they were happy? Do you think they were not nature awareness? They were all environmentalists by nature but there lives aren't that good either. Not to mention they didn't live too long as well.
Heat for Winter Use a clay pot with a candle. Flip the clay pot over the candle. And the heat will come out thru the hole on top and bottom ( leave space on the bottom) I use this method in a metal shed. Stray cats stay in it and that's how they stay warm.
“No debt? No Bills?” Of course not, the owner of that property is the one paying the mortgage and taxes on the property he’s living on. While it’s a great example of what is possible, it relies on someone else providing the real estate.
I agree, I missed out on the last years of my grandmas life because I had to work. After her death, I went on a mission to cut my bills down. All my bills including rent are all equal to half my income. I no longer have to work over time or worry about money. I only shop on sales rack or thrift stores, cook every other day, and keep things simple. Iam also able to travel more now.
Alot of people like him in the Philippines live like this. Made me realize we've been doing tiny house living for the longest of time. He even got the mosquito net thing down. 😂
You know you are def an amazing responsible caring human being. Thank you for sharing your wonderful nuggets of wisdom. God always be with you and bless you
I'm proud of his achievement. Many people will resign themselves to being consumers all their lives. He decided to go a different route. I am considering going the tiny house route by converting a shed to a home. He gives me motivation that I can do it. Great job dude!
marisah musa I don’t really but I’m respect what he’s doing and am quite impressed. I’m a bit too used to living in an air conditioned area and with family, etc. But I really like what he’s doing! (Oh yea, I’d probably be bored too lol)
You could get the 10 dollars of electricity by repurposing a old car alternator for a wind turbine, takes a little bit of savvyness but itll do. Also for getting more methane from the digester if you mow someones lawn you can collect grass clippings which can be digested through the system.
Dude, love it. I think a lot of the problems with the sustainable movement is that ppl are seaking ways to maintain the same life with alternatives that in the end cost just as much and are not as environmentally friendly as many think they are. Concerving and minimalisation is by far the way to go. You're providing real solutions. Great work man.
This guy seems pretty amazing. He has everything put in an orderly fashion, and literally, uses up all waste for a safe environment. Some people may make fun, but that's his personal hookup and he's happy. Thank goodness the owners let him do this on thier property. But, in Florida, I'd have to have air condition and screens. Lots of critters in Sunny Florida, lol 🌴🌞🌀
@@terryhopkins2115 well thats cool...im building a 10x11 with a second floor...gonna use that for a year until i can build the main 16x24 add on...the 10x11 will be th bathroom and laundry room, once a year goes by and i get the main one up..so your vid was helpful, thx terry
I think your project is remarkable. I applaud your ingenuity and enthusiasm. As a fellow Floridian, I do wonder how you handle the no-see-ums and mosquitoes when you are not asleep under the mosquito net. Best wishes for a successful conclusion to all your efforts during this worthy project.
Genius! How he uses waste as a source of energy and fertilizer! I just thought if we all acquire a mentality like him we will living in a better world...
I salute this man, the dedication and decision he made to live this way is really amazing. I love the fact that he eats his own harvest, very healthy and sustainable. Kudos to this man ❤❤❤💪
I am really appaled by all the negative comments about this video. Why not appreciate the effort, resourcefullness and inspiration this guy and his house offer??!
Because what he's doing isn't practical or legal in many places. He's taken the concept of downsizing to one step above camping. I applaud his effort, but I couldn't do that where I live because of local ordinances, and I live in a very small town that doesn't have a whole lot of rules. I couldn't do it even if I lived out in the country because even the county has regulations.
Oh come on, don't be such a 'stick in the mud!' It's all in fun! What harm's a little humorous banter? We're on UA-cam to be entertained and have fun - not share Bible stories!!! :-)
Tiny homes are "illegal" just let that set in, making yourself a home to live in rather than living on the streets is deemed illegal in many places. Yes im sure they will make a "legit" reason on health and safty but I bet you the key part is taxation and profiting off your home for it like they do to millions. I would build myself a tiny home with the last amount of money if I had to choose living in a "tiny house" or the streets.
25 years ago, I took my nine-year-old son across the United States in my van.... 12000 miles in 45 days. It was the best time of our lives ! ❤💙❤ PS ..gas was 99 cents/gal
And guess what else is ridiculous? You can’t put a camper or mobile home on land you own in most places in eastern palm beach county, FL. You have to build a house to code with permits and all!! There’s affordable lots, but you can’t live there in any type of housing you wish, very sad indeed. And property taxes are ridiculous too! Many houses for sale come with $200 a month in property tax, just so your kids can go to a gang banger F rated school!!!
Due to the epidemic of homelessness in San Diego CA. They are relaxing the rules if it is a prefab. However, the city still collect the taxes, for the permit. And you can put it in your backyard.
Same in the UK. I plan to build a tiny house on my property so that my son will have more freedom in his life. Actually I plan to have him build it, but I will pay for the materials
I'm a Van Dweller. I wanted a tiny house before the van, but the challenges of cost and we're you can live stopped that thought. All of this is very fascinating and creative.
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I like that he walks the walk. SImply.
Shouldn't you call it home insteading?
I like to see u teach the homeless this type if living
@@jansmith9922 no he is actually a bum
Some body`s back yard?
I've lived homeless about three years ago and i think he's brilliant for this minimal way of living. Survival of the smartest
Respect on getting out the street.
@@GodofLovers Maybe he's still there...just in a tent.
If one can get off the street and into a place, including a tiny house, good for them !! That's quite an achievement today. The powers that be, both Dems and Reps, are making it ever harder all the time.
God Bless and may your blessings be many! Fantabulous job lifting yourself up.
Blessings
He has all he needs, and more; he is living his dream: a simple and peaceful life, not driven by consumption and materialism! Fantastic!
But how about having family?
IT'S NICE THE ONLY THING I,WOULD DO IS BUILD A COVER ON THE CEILING!!!!
i love how easy the plans are in *WoodBlueprints. Com* to understand and the step-by-step videos they have. Makes getting material really easy
wait a minute. I watched the whole thing. There's nothing about that way of life. It's hustle all the time.
Not driven by consumption and materialism? I totally disagree. He didn’t make his clothes, his bedding, his curtains, his computer, his freezer, his furniture, his bike, the bio digester or the building materials. Those were most likely made by someone in China or Mexico. They then were put on a ship and a truck that was powered by carbon fuels and brought to market. He may be living a minimalistic lifestyle but don’t be disillusioned, he is still a consumer.
The day you forget what others think about you is the day you get more connected to yourself.
Love this saying, im definitely stealing it for myself and my family😉
& you can get more connected to God & he wants that of us 🙌❤️🙌
Wow I needed to hear this today thank you!
My family and I are planning a cross country trip and living in our Rv full time to simplify, I’ve gotten a lot of negative opinions from family and friends about this and I was really questioning our decision this morning but after reading this, there’s no turning back.
ABSOLUTELY!!!!!
@@debrashepard6770 he????? 🤔
Honestly a really inspiring guy. He has strong beliefs and instead of whining to others about it, he sets an example and promotes his lifestyle to others, well done
He has a glow of contentment and purpose around him. He is so self reliant and simple. This is an example of simple living and high thinking at its best.
This is wisdom.. he is not homeless. This is a simple life. No debts
Esther Madueke debts aren’t bad there’s good debt and bad debt
Esther Madueke Welcome to downward bound. What a way to live when you have well off people who are willing to facilitate your style of life. Totally impossible when everyone wants to live like this. We call this the third world in reality.
he would know how to survive in end times.
good thing he is in Orlando. I imagine having an outdoor kitchen with heavy rains, snow and minus 10-15 degrees. Preferably have to live somewhere where the temperature is not dropping below 0°
John Stewart f
Love this guys energy and vibe. He’s not bummin’ around but focused and tuned in, and an educater.
Kudos man.
People need to stop sharing these on the internet. Politicians are starting to make them illegal.
They are making boat life illegal too. They just made is so you need to move your boat every 90 days in Florida.
Politicians want you paying rent and property tax. Guys like this probably piss politicians off.
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another promotions of bad old dark age Feudal systems! (and he is bamboozle everyone into a simple mindsets of peasant/serves position!)
What happened if his landlords change their minds about keeping this man-pet on their real-estate properties?
@@agustintintin2126 dude, the world is full of landowners who dont mind or even notice someone on their property. Loads of people who own acres upon acres of woodland, pastures and all. A feudal system involves enslavement, a surf is a person whose labor comes with ownership of the land they're living on, unpaid, and there's no free will.
This guy has realized and lived other ways. He's excersizing a privilege really. Makes no romantic claims about people who are exploited and empoverished. It's all his choice and he as well as the land owner can make new and different ones.
Seems you haven't picked up on who this guy is, what makes him tick and what he's all about. Some peopke spend their lives and money on throwing themselves out of airplanes with nylon wings, some climb the nortj side of K 2 after raising a million bucks, some build survival bunkers out the back of yheir property costing mor than a small home or collect military arsenals in their garage and quote scripture every chance they get and you're bothered by this guy minding his own business, leaving the tiniest footprint ever?
I'm so grateful I don't have your problems.
Life must be pretty dark man.
Sounds like you need to get out and do some travelling and see a little more of the world.
This guy is really walking the walk as an environmental activist. Respect.
yeah, respect for that❤
Awesome
hes a liberal fruit mooching off his neighbors
Love this! This man is happy, healthy and most of all, at peace and debt free. More power to you, brother!
I'm sure he's happier than most of the people making fun of him here...
BAM!
Anyone making fun of him is probably working 70 hrs a week, in debt, struggling to pay their bills, and miserable with their own lives. Peace of mind is priceless!!!!! I aspire to be like this guy!!! Definitely a great role model for the young people going out into the world. He shows us there is a another way to live this life!! Thank you!!!
Absolutely he is. I guarantee you
What is he going to do when he gets old? Maybe a bike with training wheels? No 401k no ss ? I guess you young people will have to take care of him. Get woke go broke!
I'm not making fun of him, I'm just wondering about the house. Who owns the property and pays the property taxes and electric bill? Unless maybe he is renting the property. I guess you could make a bit of money selling honey but I doubt it is enough to rent a backyard.
This man is a master of his own, no one is controlling him. A borrower is a slave to a lender!
Well actually he lives in the backyard of someone who is controlling him.
@@zachburnett2433 you said exactly what I was going to say.
I love your comment! Exactly most of us are just slaves of consumers’ industries.
Who's borrowing? I pay cash like a lot of people. I'm not a slave to anyone except my addiction for lemon pie.
He is a bum.
Rob's life shown here, is the best, real deal, little house, homesteading life I've seen.
I'm really impressed.
May he continue onward, and be able to inspire many, for decades to come.
Everyone’s freaking out about quarantine and the fact that the stores don’t have toilet paper or water and homeboy is living his life like nothing happened
Thibaut Pasquini facts
Right
This was posted about a year ago...
@@beckycondreay9212 He will probably still carry on as if nothing has happened, lol. Wait, he may be getting more inquiries about his lifestyle. So, for him, life might be even better now, if this global disruption has generated interest in the many tools he has around his little abode.
Fighting in a grocery store over a bunch of toilet papers during quarantine panic buying!
Wow- he made $8,000 per annum and yet he is happy and enjoys his simple and uncomplicated lifestyle. I really admire this gentleman.
True....works if you a man and plan to stay single for a long while, right ?
Sorry, I couldn't stand not having a car, or license.
@@Advic77 true, he didn't mention having a partner
But doesn’t he have to have health insurance? I suppose he gets medical assistance since he is considered poor and living in poverty even though he chooses to live that way.
Advic77 If he wants to marry he’ll just have to build her a “She Sheaf” lol . And I’m sure she’ll love it .
This guy is amazing! So glad we have people like this on earth.
Only a few can match up to his self sustainable life style. He is only 20 minute from me.
Sorry, but this is not a man.
@@brianh2287 What¿
@@brianh2287 huh?? Able to survive 💪 without all the bells and whistles and being kind? Especially to our one earth. He's the definition of a man
@@brianh2287 nah man
This is amazing! I commend this gentleman for acknowledging we need very little to live and making that a practice in his actual life. People around the world live like this and live well in to their 100's. Makes you think twice about the things we called a need in life.
What an impressive, interesting man who appears genuinely committed to preserving survival skills that many of us in the modern world have lost. I admire his enthusiasm for exploring such a simple lifestyle and then sharing that knowledge.
My respect. We need more people like this man.
Catherine, it's gonna happen whether we want it or not lol 👋.
No doubt
He doesn't live here, it's all a prop for the video, trust me if he lived there it would look lived in and not brand new !!!!!
No we don't need anymore hipsters 😑
@@makedonmend7163 Exactly.
He is so smart and i like him. I like his way of living.
just ordered the *WoodBlueprints. Com* guide for step-by-step videos and different plans to BUILD A SHED. they have some awesome plans in there
@@aprilpalmer7024 Way to go ! I wish you all the best.
I like you 😊💞
He is beyond smart. He is very astute. He is living life as it was meant too be lived why we ha strife in the world the need for more and wanting what the next person has do we really need to live like that. I like his perspective. Could I do it probably not. I'm caught up in the world of want.
Ya, me too!! He doesn't even wear shoes or sandles. Mus b de urban 'Robinson Crusoe'? Tom Hanks wud like him? May b? Or jealous? 😅
You’re an inspiration! Great video. The world needs more people like you.
Clicked for the tiny house. Stayed for the life concept.
99.99% of the trick is having a cool friend who doesn't mind a person living in their shed.
I was okay about this until the toilet.
@@pattymelt6577 sigh, where did all the real women go..little pampered princesses and y'all look like shreks girl.
I live in the country and people are always trying to move in on me. They must think I'm a nice guy, I sort of am but really don't want to live with anyone especially pushy people who think they can homestead in my barn.
To be fair he appears genuinely committed to this lifestyle, extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful whilst enthusiastic about sharing the skills he has. It does seem to be a fair and mutually beneficial exchange for him and the homeowners, almost like the old fashion days of having a caretaker cottage where the groundskeeper lives. I also like how he doesn’t try to glamorise of idealise his situation nor hide the challenges his choices can pose. The most important comment he said was there are pluses and minuses to EVERY choice we make and life is never easy nor carefree and can be unpredictable but we do have a choice about how we prioritise what we invest our energy into.
No you dont. Just ask people who life off-grid. You will find your way, if you want so. ;)
If more people were willing to live a simple lifestyle this world would be a much nicer place to live.
I wanna see Al Gore or Leo DiCaprio live like this.
much nicer in what way? If everyone spent all day farming then we wouldn't have modern medicine or technology. Times weren't nicer back then
Ha ha. At least they'd keep busy!
@@dogie1070 there would be no time for crime 👍.
@@Alistair
Thought the same at first but then realized that he does have enough time and knowledge to work on some research at the University...
The less stuff you have, the less time you have to waste to care for them😍🥰 Less is more.
Very true, small house gets messy faster. I live in a studio, so it is similiar to this shed. Kudos to the guy.
As long as you aren't hurting anyone or taking their stuff, do whatever makes you happy.
Right on!
Amen to that.
Exactly.
Amen!!!
This is real environmental activism, not screaming at people but setting an example 👍🏻
Exactly! Great comment ; )
"How dare YYyouuuu!
Greta thunburg!
He's living on someone else's property who isn't living environmentally. None of this is possible without living on someone else's property.
@Michael The problem with thinking is this, no one else is going to be exactly the same as you on anything. Anti-war is pro peace. The nit picking by Mother Teresa is why the protests never go anywhere.
The person in the video is canceled out by the mere fact that he lives on someone's property who isn't doing any of the things he is.
@@erikin_raleigh6911 stpd
I LOVE THIS MAN!!!! Thanks for being so positive and showing us how to live. I am heading in this direction .
Agreed!
Already have my land in Hartsel. Be sure to check building requirements. The limit for my county is a 200 sf building with a mandatory foundation. Otherwise it's considered camping which for me would be a 2 week limit with a permit. Even when it's your land, there are still some rules.
as we all should!!
@@blupyxi5669 Thank you so much for all your advice!!
Losers
Truly inspirational human being. I aspire to be this concious of my impact on the environment and the people around me. We as a society have to start exploring and implementing sustainability at scale, and this man is a prime example of how we can accomplish this. Perfect example of how one man's journey can create a new paradigm.
For the 28.5 months I lived in my house before I got water/septic, I used a solar camp shower bag, in a plastic/acrylic clawfoot tub. Hauled my water on my way home from the farm, at a local water spout weekly in 20 gallon camp jugs. Grew a small garden. Now I have a drilled well, toilet, and so much more. I'm happy to be back on the grid honestly, but it showed me what I was capable of.
I have a shed house in my back yard same size, I should live there and rent my home.
Do it. I did once in my youth.
I’d be interested in watching those vlogs...
I have mine too to be use if am becoming older til the last day in this imperfect world :-)
Just choose your future property guests with care.
Yeah i haven't seen the whole video yet but he can only live there because another person bought that property and let him live there. You always have to pay or another person if you want to build something somewhere
This guy is so inspiring. I'm obsessed with the Tiny House movement. Though I dream of having a luxury tiny house, someday, after watching this man, and seeing how simply he lives, I think I'll aim for a more rustic simple house. Thank you for sharing this inspirational person with us.
Salute!Reaching my senior years now...after living in cities around the globe for 3 decades....I am a musician and a farmer and a cook.
I am also a Philanthropist and will soon start to live similar like you ,simple living,plant organic and healthier plants ,and share this marvelous idea.This is actually what we need now during the Pandemic and after...and the coming years to come.
One doesn’t need much. Admire your spirit🌷
Less is more.
@@troygrant5418 Yeah. He's actually got plenty in a tiny amount of space. He has greater independence + more flexible *time* + likely his mind feels chill. You can tell he's pretty happy with this lifestyle.
He's SUCCESSFUL WHY? He's HAPPY & HAVE PIECE OF MIND
Exactly!
He might be living in a small house but he is happy and that what matters!
Hello beautiful lady how are you?
Amen
I'm in aww. Your inspiring. This is keeping it real. I've learned to live on less and find I'm happier but you have really rocked this congrats thank you for helping our planet.
I wish I can be like him.. God bless him and his tiny house..
same
Who's stopping you?
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Although I'm not prepared to live quite as rustically as Rob, I love his creativity and passion. This is someone living life on his own terms, and he has created the life he wants to live. You give up some things to have other things(compromise in a positive way), and I respect and appreciate his honesty.
Very inspiring and informative video.
Why you put date on your comment??
@@forestt1276 why such a question?
@@michelesammartano5897 whats the reason to put date on a comment
I like his honesty and the fact that he cares about people and the environment and has come up with these amazing alternatives. I would love to have him demonstrate what he eats. You see a little about it, but I would love to see a video on it.
Growing your "toilet paper" ! WOW ! LOVE this.
Really want to live this way ! Even at 78 yrs of age ,I believe I will love this.
I was a little skeptical about this video at first, but after giving it some time and watching the whole way through, I'm impressed. I applaud his his efforts. I will applaud the efforts of those who will make technology that allows us to live sustainably at scale more, but I admire someone without that drive or skill doing this almost as admirably.
I'm still skeptical
I'd rather have a tiny house than having a mortgage for the next 30 years.
My 30 year mortgage is down to 12 years now. I think when it finally gets paid off, I'll sell it, buy a van, and go live down by the river 😂
@@septembersapphire347 Why not just sell it now?
@@heff2959 I have too much debt. If I wait til my house is paid off then when I sell I can pay off all my debts and have a little left to start over debt free like in a van down by the river.
@@septembersapphire347 Fair enough! All the best.
I'm sure governance powers that be would love to reduce the common citizen to the size of a computer chip; easier to manage.
This guy looks so healthy and relaxed, props to him and thanks for the vid
Seems good so far! Was easy to talk to about his My Shed Plans [Go Here=> *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. Guided me in the right direction & helped me understand everything & in the end it was what I wanted
I think leaving stress free from having bills, debts, tight schedules and such really shows on his health.
I was skeptical at first, seeing clearly he was in someone’s yard. I kept thinking “that’s great, but..”. Then he explained. It’s the most basic form of interaction/ exchange. He’s living the life he loves & helping the world along the way. Great video!
Wow. Gotta hand it to the guy, it takes a lot of discipline, conviction and know-how to live this way. That’s pretty admirable I think.
Interesting.
Its not hard as a human one should have enough adaptive skills to do even better than him.. But after frugal living you realize less is sometimes more hence he realized he only needed a room to live, and he basically has the entire yard, I’d need an A/C in that shed though but overall I’d suggest a $500 efficiency with all utilities if you’re gunna be in someones backyard...
But at the same time it's likely simpler and easier than how most people live.
techdeckdudes _ It’s not a Minnesota model but if it works where he lives, that’s awesome!
Maxim C. Yeah, but you’ve got to let go of a lot of STUFF.
He is healthy and happy. This is amazing!
Obviously, there is no HOA involved with the community where you live, but I'm still amazed that some NIMBY busybody hasn't tried to disrupt what you and the homeowner are trying to achieve. What you're doing is really awesome and incredibly inspirational!
I also live in Orlando. The majority of the area is riddled with HOAs, but we do have pockets without them, and you'll find that the non-HOA places don't step on ANYONE'S toes, because we all escaped from oppressive and obnoxious HOAs (although he moved to NC, so I guess someone may have given him trouble; that, or he got sick of these mosquitoes and the humidity).
What does NIMBY mean (I'm South African).
@@suecollins3246 “Not In My Backyard”. People who have nothing better to do than interfere with how other people live their life.
It actually looks like it is built in someone's backyard.
An easy way to make friends...help them out for free...one day they will pay you etc.
I also live in Orlando, close to downtown, and know several people who are now on the verge of homelessness. I’d love to talk to this guy and maybe organize a tiny house community for those who are being priced out of renting (it’s honestly outrageous now)! I’m also big into growing seedlings now, and would love to share!
Were you able to connect with him? It's really sad what's happening to people
ADORABLE & BRILLIANT... NOT A LIFESTYLE FOR MOST, BUT IT IS YOUR LIFE AND I SO APPRECIATE YOUR RESPECT FOR EARTH AND RECYCLING. BEST OF LUCK AND MUCH SUCCESS.
I love your home and lifestyle... i wish i can live like that and just read my bible all day and tend to my garden 🙏
Amen, sister!
Tama ka te
true
No stress 😎! Most people work so hard but are full of stress. This man is independent living the simple life.
Still dependent on someone else's land.
Lyrrad Senoj I think there is plenty of stress. No living being gets away with that lol. He may be avoiding some financial stress now but what does the future bring?
@@lemontea2065 he works for his stay
no stress, apart from all the mosquitos he mentioned lol
Will he ever start a family?
I love the aspect of having the outside in, by having the ventilation aspect in the roof. That has to be more healthy. The outdoor cooking space was so cool too - especially the water collection/storage/delivery simplicity. A total exercise on simplicity and high circularity.
The "summer kitchen" is an old concept from the days before a/c. Amazing how reliant we have become on juice-chugging a/c, especially in the American south and southwest.
@@bnic9471 But he also has a large freezer that chugs juice.
@@TheUtuber999 This is true. Still likely more efficient than keeping an interior kitchen cool.
All I could think about is lizards.
Hhhhhh
I have a 10 by 10 up my mountain ( 500 hundred yds. behind my house ) for 20 years now. My son (32 yrs) insulated it and installed a propane wall heater as I live in northeast Pennsylvania. There is lots to forage and hunt. I plan on living there three seasons of the year and traveling for the winter. I ❤ your attitude and what you've done ! God bless and stay safe 💙💙❤💙💙
Interesting person. Really love everything that he’s doing. My only worry is that he’s highly vulnerable to the homeowner suddenly telling him to go. Keep up your excellent work.
He explains the arrangement in depth on his UA-cam channel. The short version is the land owner wanted to learn to live more sustainably. So they let Rob live on the land for the time, in exchange he will teach them how to maintain the garden and live a better life and when Rob leaves the owner keeps the garden, tiny house, and outdoor kitchen.
He stated this is a 2 year project. He’s on to the next adventure/project.
@@thechaotimagnet as long as it's a fair arrangement and this man who built his home is not left homeless 👨❤️👨🙏💙💜💕💝💙💜👩❤️👩🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💜💜💜💜
@@thechaotimagnet and you think the owner will live there forever? He could sell the house next month or move to another state. I know he is a nature man but that is no difference to living in the pre-industrial age. If you stuck in that time then there will be no advancement today. People live like that before. Do you think they were happy? Do you think they were not nature awareness? They were all environmentalists by nature but there lives aren't that good either. Not to mention they didn't live too long as well.
@Suns Out 😆👍
I wish he would've kept his location a secret. I always hear about cities punishing citizens for collecting rainwater because they can't tax it.
What! That sounds so ridiculous when you say it
Our city encorages rain water collection
@@carljylland-halverson2372 that's rare. Im glad that you and others in your city have that freedom.
@@carljylland-halverson2372 our whole country encourages to collect rain water.
Meanwhile my hometown pays you if you have a rainwater collection system.
Rob is a legend! Very inspiring video. I think I can't go that far in a simple life style, but definitely can make my life simpler!
Life is a gift, they keep telling us that is hard. God bless you my brother !!!
Ko ko
Mo
Heat for Winter
Use a clay pot with a candle.
Flip the clay pot over the candle. And the heat will come out thru the hole on top and bottom ( leave space on the bottom)
I use this method in a metal shed. Stray cats stay in it and that's how they stay warm.
This really does work well. I've done it too. I love that you do it for the kitties.
If he has bees, he has wax. For light I once made tiny lamps out of bottle caps, twisted napkins and surfboard wax.
CO gas euthanasia ASAP
Carribbean tricks it's an islander thing lol
I love this. This simple eco friendly debt free way of living is a real life lesson! My tribe in Morocco used to live like that :)
Very cool!! Living closer to the land was the original way of life for humans.
“No debt? No Bills?” Of course not, the owner of that property is the one paying the mortgage and taxes on the property he’s living on. While it’s a great example of what is possible, it relies on someone else providing the real estate.
I agree, I missed out on the last years of my grandmas life because I had to work. After her death, I went on a mission to cut my bills down. All my bills including rent are all equal to half my income. I no longer have to work over time or worry about money. I only shop on sales rack or thrift stores, cook every other day, and keep things simple. Iam also able to travel more now.
That is the life! 🙂
I admire what you've done.
Awesome job queen..
@HeatEnd 👍👍😂😂😂
HeatEnd rich in spirit
Alot of people like him in the Philippines live like this. Made me realize we've been doing tiny house living for the longest of time. He even got the mosquito net thing down. 😂
Yes and Jamaica too. People live on The Yard.
You drink chemtrails -not healthy.
Yes. His house is almost half an average house in the Philippines. Lol. I think our house is just 5 times bigger than his house. 🤣🤣
Tama
So true lol
This guy is walkin' the walk, brilliant!
This is AWESOME ! No one ever needs to be homeless & hungry !! Pray more people will catch this vision ! Bless you !
You know you are def an amazing responsible caring human being. Thank you for sharing your wonderful nuggets of wisdom. God always be with you and bless you
I'm proud of his achievement. Many people will resign themselves to being consumers all their lives. He decided to go a different route. I am considering going the tiny house route by converting a shed to a home. He gives me motivation that I can do it. Great job dude!
A human being we can all respect ✊🏾. Intelligent Thoughtful. We salute you
What a beautiful soul! Your consideration for our planet is just infectious. I like your tiny space.
Very smart man, he has to be insanely healthy growing everything he eats!
Not just that but biking everywhere, good exercise which keeps one healthy
Living like a garden gnome!! I love it.
Best comment made on this video.
Someone should make him wear a pointy hat
😂🌱❤
I want to live like him, a simple, no stress, less pollution
Me too😔
marisah musa I don’t really but I’m respect what he’s doing and am quite impressed. I’m a bit too used to living in an air conditioned area and with family, etc. But I really like what he’s doing! (Oh yea, I’d probably be bored too lol)
Yes and more time to enjoy simple things of life
Who is stopping you?
@@pinut187 maybe work , responsabilities , not having the land ...but everyone within their capabilities can copy him in a lot of good ways!
You could get the 10 dollars of electricity by repurposing a old car alternator for a wind turbine, takes a little bit of savvyness but itll do. Also for getting more methane from the digester if you mow someones lawn you can collect grass clippings which can be digested through the system.
This guy is one step away from ultimate power if he only did 100 push ups 100 sit ups 100 squats and a 10km run every single day...
Ζαφειρης Κουλουρης he could turn into one punch man :0
YES!
Guess he's already started doing it, considering his slight baldness
Amazing comment.
hahaha this guy about to turn into Saitama
Dude, love it. I think a lot of the problems with the sustainable movement is that ppl are seaking ways to maintain the same life with alternatives that in the end cost just as much and are not as environmentally friendly as many think they are. Concerving and minimalisation is by far the way to go. You're providing real solutions.
Great work man.
This guy seems pretty amazing. He has everything put in an orderly fashion, and literally, uses up all waste for a safe environment. Some people may make fun, but that's his personal hookup and he's happy. Thank goodness the owners let him do this on thier property. But, in Florida, I'd have to have air condition and screens. Lots of critters in Sunny Florida, lol 🌴🌞🌀
He’s amazing. “How can we meet the needs of other people?” You’re inspiring!
Giving me flashback of the Caribbean. Simple stress-free no wonder why they live longer. Our family need to try this.
You are 100% correct.
My exact thoughts! I came back to America in June2019 after 6 years in Belize
When he started to rub his face in that plant at 14:26, I legit beamed. Find someone that looks at you like this dude looks at this plant.
y'all just gave me an asthma attack from laughing so hard!
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@@susanrhodes5681 Minty fresh...
If only the homeless people could live like this man without being so slovenly. His place is clean and well organized. Nice!
best video ive seen in a long while...thx man, stay healthy!
when i built our shed i used a plan from *WoodBlueprints. Com* and it had all the blueprints, supplies, materials, and list well laid out for me.
@@terryhopkins2115 well thats cool...im building a 10x11 with a second floor...gonna use that for a year until i can build the main 16x24 add on...the 10x11 will be th bathroom and laundry room, once a year goes by and i get the main one up..so your vid was helpful, thx terry
So excited to watch this! Dude- he is so lean and healthy, no need for expensive health club membership lol.
He also got a nice tan. We were meant to be outside and move daily, not sit in the dark for most of the day
@@olisk-jy9rz
Sun provides vitamin D3 for the immune system, and walking is the best exercise overall.
@@mariabykofsky4502 Right
This is amazing. These are skills that society has lost. Happiness is not the things we accumulate.
@@caroljnemc4907 not everyone wants children
Yes! Let's say that this lifestyle was lost a few thousand years before the last Ice Age: it was called "CAVE MAN"
@@michaelaclark2147 no children, no girlfriend, no friends
I think your project is remarkable. I applaud your ingenuity and enthusiasm. As a fellow Floridian, I do wonder how you handle the no-see-ums and mosquitoes when you are not asleep under the mosquito net. Best wishes for a successful conclusion to all your efforts during this worthy project.
Such a Simple Living Man... Love his view points on simple living.... & His love of nature ❤️
He sounds so peaceful
This man will survive through any apocalypse, he even grow his own toilet paper XD
For the toilet paper, You can use water.
I recycle mine and hang it up on the clothesline to dry...😂😂😆🤣🤣🤭🤭
@Websiteguy 2 I did
@Websiteguy 2 you're point? I meant if he has a bucket A small one. Fill in with water bring it with him when he has to take a dump
@Websiteguy 2 Did you even watch the video? He has a composting toilet outside
His happy joy joy of his home, and enjoying his life’s journey was wonderful to see.
I respect this guy because he didn't mention once he was vegan.
crazywaffleking LOL
😂😂
crazywaffleking
Well, he’s not vegan actually. Vegetarian perhaps.
@@CroatiaSurvival vegetarians eat my foods food 😡
JC Bronson I agree completely
I like his honesty about the challenges of that lifestyle.
Thank you for showing!
Genius! How he uses waste as a source of energy and fertilizer! I just thought if we all acquire a mentality like him we will living in a better world...
Good for him. Some talk about it, he does it
Guy's smilling 24/7 is so amazinh
Smiling 24/7 and no sleep is bad - don't do drugs kids
Enjoyed a lot seeing him leading a simple , busy and purposeful life.Not everyone may cherish but I wish that kind life myself.Thank you.
That's a piece of heaven. So, you built it. I admire your skill.
I salute this man, the dedication and decision he made to live this way is really amazing. I love the fact that he eats his own harvest, very healthy and sustainable. Kudos to this man ❤❤❤💪
I like how you present the alternative toilet paper.. I was smiling and laughing at the same time in a good way
I am really appaled by all the negative comments about this video. Why not appreciate the effort, resourcefullness and inspiration this guy and his house offer??!
Because what he's doing isn't practical or legal in many places. He's taken the concept of downsizing to one step above camping. I applaud his effort, but I couldn't do that where I live because of local ordinances, and I live in a very small town that doesn't have a whole lot of rules. I couldn't do it even if I lived out in the country because even the county has regulations.
Oh come on, don't be such a 'stick in the mud!' It's all in fun! What harm's a little humorous banter? We're on UA-cam to be entertained and have fun - not share Bible stories!!! :-)
Because it's the internet! Are you new here? (Also I agree w you but...)
Go cry to your mommy.
Tiny homes are "illegal" just let that set in, making yourself a home to live in rather than living on the streets is deemed illegal in many places.
Yes im sure they will make a "legit" reason on health and safty but I bet you the key part is taxation and profiting off your home for it like they do to millions.
I would build myself a tiny home with the last amount of money if I had to choose living in a "tiny house" or the streets.
25 years ago, I took my nine-year-old son across the United States in my van.... 12000 miles in 45 days. It was the best time of our lives ! ❤💙❤ PS ..gas was 99 cents/gal
And guess what else is ridiculous? You can’t put a camper or mobile home on land you own in most places in eastern palm beach county, FL. You have to build a house to code with permits and all!! There’s affordable lots, but you can’t live there in any type of housing you wish, very sad indeed. And property taxes are ridiculous too! Many houses for sale come with $200 a month in property tax, just so your kids can go to a gang banger F rated school!!!
Due to the epidemic of homelessness in San Diego CA. They are relaxing the rules if it is a prefab. However, the city still collect the taxes, for the permit. And you can put it in your backyard.
@@CMM726 it's all about the tax money and property taxes to controll everyone from living easier and freer
Same in the UK. I plan to build a tiny house on my property so that my son will have more freedom in his life. Actually I plan to have him build it, but I will pay for the materials
I'm a Van Dweller. I wanted a tiny house before the van, but the challenges of cost and we're you can live stopped that thought. All of this is very fascinating and creative.