Van life didn't become glorified homelessness until gentrification. Once well-off people started building out hundred thousand dollar vans, and once 'influencers' started making millions taking photos in picturesque places with their vans in the background, people started forgetting that living in a vehicle has been a lifesaving alternative to homelessness. Not a glorified version of it. Van life is very hard, yes, but it is very different from homelessness. It's hard to see that these days because of those who have turned van life into a perverted way to show off wealth. Stories of how living in a vehicle saved people's lives have faded. Keep your head up, sir! Your journey is an important one and I can only pray God won't make it too long before all of your prayers are answered in the most wonderful of ways! Stay safe and keep your face towards the sun! May 2024 be the best year so far for you, and may 2024 pale in comparison to the wonderful, amazing years you have ahead of you! Don't give up.🙏🤗
Bob Wells talks a lot about how poor people can live in their car more comfortably because they are being priced out of homes. He addresses the subject quite a bit. Here in America elderly women especially. He actually has a charity that helps people build out their vehicles So people can live in them.
You’re not homeless you’re houseless. This is all a temporary situation it’s just a small chapter in your life. It doesn’t have to be bad. At least you have a place to sleep.
I second that! Also, he should be on the lookout for the benefits ~ as he already has with his improved confidence and increased fitness. I bet, if he focused on the benefits, he would feel better.
I think this depends highly on what kind of van/bus/ambulance conversion we are talking about and if it’s a choice or not. And if it isn’t a choice but a necessity, it’s better than a lot of other options for homelessness. But different people are in different situations. There are people in $120k vans and people in $1k vans and everything in between. This is not a new thing, it’s just a lot more comfortable than it was 30 years ago and a lot more mainstream. It’s kind of a crazy juxtaposition. And we never know when it might happen to any one of us.
Love Ur energy mate. I've lived in my van for 4 years. Life has never been better. It's same size as urs but I've got porta potty and it's deffo a must. Ur right in thinking a change is good and if you adapt well it's a life saver. I've totally changed my outlook in life and I'm so much happier and content. I work part time in a bar and have a permanent spot I park on a farmers field, then I just go off on weekends exploring. It's so much better to not pay rent bills and taxes. Good luck in your endeavours hope u have found a job
Having a Van you are Lucky compared to alot of people. Count your blessings humble yourself and take a job you don't want and then work on your goals!!
I bought a van in March 2021 because as a single woman, there is no way I will ever be able to afford to own a home where I currently live in Yukon Canada. Once the van is paid off in two more years, I can focus on saving so that maybe by the time I hit 65-70 (I’m 45) I can maybe buy a tiny piece of land somewhere. But at the very least, as long as I have my van, I will have a safe place to sleep. I can’t afford rental prices in my town. It’s ridiculous.
Same, I'm buying a beat up old enclosed untility trailer because I simply can not afford rent or a house. I'm only 21 and being aware I can't afford/ achieve the basic things my parents and grandparents did Is absolutely draining. It's difficult for me to find work where I'm at. Even though I grew up poor, I'm even more poor that I was growing up. Even with work. And when I tell the people I love about my life and plan, most of them look down on me even though they have been through/going through similar situations. I wish everyone who has to live in their vehicle, a camper, a trailer, a tent. The best of luck. And not to allow people to look down on you for a situation that you can't prevent.
From the intro to the end, you made me laugh as im in the same situation but your attitude is what will get you through this! I wish I had that right now
Hey there, I feel you on this. I’ve been living out of my Subaru outback for the past two years, I’m from Rhode Island USA. I refer to myself as an unhoused not homeless bc my car is my home and I am so grateful for my car home. That’s just how I feel about it. Keep your head up, do your best and god will see you through!
If it wasn't for their secondary use as backup housing, cars wouldn't be worth all their associated costs. I have housing but I camp in my Volt and that's what justified the cost for me.
Vanlife is a choice often…a customized RV- off grid mostly! Mine is like a cottage at the ocean, a cottage in the forest, a cottage in the desert, where ever I drive it❤
Your only homeless if you think you are. You have a roof over your head. Your van is your home. Home is where you lay your head. It's a good time to save save save! Til you think about having a family of your own I would think of it as houseless not homeless. Make the most of it. 🙏✌️
People confuse living in a van with permanent vacation. You don’t have to quit your job or become a digital nomad or content creator that’s the real trap, people buy van and expect real life to disappear or go viral and experience picturesque scenery everyday. There are people who work remotely or even in person. I’m subscribed to a guy who does floorings all across America and he’s doing fine, a woman in HR and it’s in person. I disagree about van life being glorified homelessness, it’s just what you decide to make it. I wish you the best in your job search
I agree, perspective is important. If you don’t consider the van your home, then you’re creating negativity that will drain your energy. This fella doesn’t seem to have any direction, or even a realistic plan for any kind of success. He sounds like a teenager who quit school because he thinks he’s too smart for that nonsense.
Well said….. living in a car, van, camper or RV isn’t homelessness.Many are choosing it over the subscription we’ve been sold. Sadly, many have capitalized off of a lifestyle that has been around for ages and tarnished it for clicks. Not EVERYONE living the van/car life need to be poor or down on their luck. For some including myself it’s a sense of freedom. A freedom to choose. I work a great job as a claims investigator and chose a life of simplicity. How you see your situation is how you’ll eventually feel about the situation. I lovvvve living in my car. I’ve become more present since the transition. I’m connecting to myself and the simple things life offer again. When ppl stop promoting an everyday vacation and keep it real simple you’ll find normalcy and peace in living the van/carlife.🙏❤️
Exactly, it isn't glorified homelessness. A lot of people choose to have there home on wheels to be able to travel and go where they want to go, and yes it's ridiculously expensive where people can't afford the house/apartments/car's anymore. The same here in the USA, I'm looking for a van or RV because I don't want to be given away $40,000 a year for rent, can save that money.
Hang in there. This video was both funny at times and sad. Your in a tough spot right now but you are doing what you need to get out of it. Stay positive. Your personality and daily grinding to get a job will eventually pay off, it’s just scary right now.
A great man is carved by the challenges he has overcome. Once you become a lifecoach, this honest confession of the adversity you face now is the foundation to your strength of character. 🇬🇧 I'm in the same situation, only it's freezing 🥶
I've been in recruitment for 24 years and I too think that you would be a phenomenal salesman! With a construction background, maybe selling residential fencing, roofing, siding, etc. might be a good thing to try, or even mobile phone retail sales to start building your resume/sales exp. Good luck!
Yup work on the resume, you're a charismatic person Robin is right you would do well in some sales but start anywhere get focused on anything reign in your focus and get after it. Its a rough market too right meow, if you can lay low in some construction do it get them billz paid son.
Why look for a job? Just create your own business and work for yourself. I started my cleaning business with $175 & a drive no one could compete with. Eight years later, now I'm walking the beaches of South Florida. Van life will make a life of leisure a piece of cake.
Ditto man, I just got smashed too, trying to get a place to live. Look man USA isn't any friggin better, while we put people coming here in five ⭐ hotels. It's stupid,our government sucks. I live in my little van with my puppy and it's cold, and no room .I had to break and get a storage, and all my bills come at once too. They just don't care. It's a rich man's world, and they don't care about jobs, or how they can help you. Back in the days they had programs that could help you find a job, help you with work programs. My granny once told me without programs like that we will have a depression. We are in a depression but they're hiding it. People don't see it. It's all for the rich .
Another advice: If you don't have a job and feel low self confidence, then it is hard to get a job. The hack is to focus on a very easy to get job in the beginning: Delivering newspapers, cleaning an office or even better driving a taxi. Then you can upgrade to a better job, when you feel great about yourself. This is like a vehicle. First gear 1 before shifting to gear 2,3,4 or 5
@@4Mikes4Mindset4 I do food apps side-hustle and day trading (very difficult - not for everybody). The food app is a great side hustle. You can upgrade to a cheap used Chinese scooter - like I did.
I had a friend who had to start over. He got a fast food job, waiting for a surgeon's assistant position to become available, which he was qualified for. 2 years it took for the position in a local hospital to open up.
Owning a home means being in debt for hundreds of thousands of dollars. Society constantly tells you “what you need” in order to function in society, with even more lavish homes and even more lavish life styles, which equates to indentured servitude. Working to pay off debts. There’s something free’ing about being content with less. Not listening to the thousands of advertisements telling you you’re less without their item or somehow incomplete. Just another perspective from some random ✌🏽
It doesn't have to be forever, even if mortgage does translate to death pledge. I sold my place in the city suburbs and yes, I was literally in debt for hundreds of thousands of dollars but I had just enough to buy a block of land in the middle of nowhere and chuck a small cabin on it. The learning curve was savage and I still haven't got any hot water or shower after being here a year, but it's my bush paradise.
Opposite ends of the world same story bro 😂. Moving from the mid west to the sunshine coast in pursuit of my personal legend and an epic adventure. All the while, money runs low before you make it, things break, and you lose your gains from the gym. The Universe really holds you over the fire in times like these but that's the cost of believing you're worthy of an extraordinary life. Keep on keeping on brother.
I believe you mean "Houseless". When someone is Homeless, they have not found or have Lost their Soul. Change Your Mind, Change Your Life. Wherever We lay our Head, We are Home. Get it?
First time seeing you. On the face of it you have everything going for you. There must be a back story that explains you being broke. Hypnotherapy isn't going to help you that much at this point imo. The grass is always greener hence you looking at retail or service. Trust me, if you know construction, do that to get a cash pile going. Good luck, count your blessings, and do what you know not what you want whilst you are stuck.
This is common in van life don’t know why peeps don’t go into a Van carry on working and getting a descent cash reserve before career change also bigger van with more facilities woukd be much more comfortable really need to stand up in a van when fulltime
Using local employment agencies is better than posting your resume online, at least in your situation. There's nothing like a face-to-face meeting with a handshake and a printed copy of your resume, to jump start things. And you start building a real-life relationship that you can go back to when needed.
You will find a job do not give up Hope PERIOD Right Now I can hear it in your voice and hear the things you're saying that You are Frustrated, but the reality of it is you're a very Lucky person to have that man to live in because so many Don't have Anywhere to Go PERIOD keep moving keep working keep doing what You need to do PERIOD and remember you're much better off than so many other people
Abundance is a mindset.....speak Abundance into your life....stop saying you have no money......say I'm a money magnet...money comes to me effortlessly and constantly....
Have you heard of the saying: "Houseless, but not homeless"? Clearly you have a money problem... but at least you can regroup and reset in your vehicle, when you need to. // Ask any dude sleeping on the street sidewalk... if they would appreciate a van?... a place to lock up their things, and a place to sleep undisturbed.
Yeah, this guy has the wrong mindset for someone that would consider themselves a " van lifer " in the traditional sense. I think he's just using the " van life " moniker as a way to save money to transition to a " normal life " with a house and such. Which is why he's unsatisfied with his position in life.
ive been doing the van life before it became van life you know. Was in a garage band and me and the guitar player both had vans man felt so cool and free. Sounds like you got hit between the eyes with and unexpected rough patch. hitting the gym is a great way to keep the endorphins up helps. i just came across you video and i havent done van life for like 9 years but here i am again. not having a job is the hardest part of it once you get that rolling your going to feel right as rain and begin to see daylight and start your progress back to "normal" living. i personally when you got everything dialed in and your stealthy can save alot of money. I rather enjoy it. Im currently i hawaii which sounds great but you know how that goes. got work some old familiar angles again. Goodluck stay Blessed with it. PS shirts not bad
You are real. There's a woman van person in her seventies calls herself a girl in a van. And runs down people that have brick and stick homes. She parks in front of people who have brick n sticks homes. She just doesn't pay for it. She runs them down. I worked really hard for all I have. You will get work. You're working really hard. Stay at it.
Hey man, you're not alone. These moments will pass and better ones will come. One day we'll trade stories like that scene in Jaws, except things will be and stay cool when we do it.
what makes me sick is the people that are filthy wealthy and do van life to absolutely exploit every angle of it to make more money, that aspect of it i disagreee with. its a very multifaceted lifestyle ive done it on and off, it can be liberating but certainly a challenge as well.
I just gave myself a third degree burn cooking inside my van. What a dummy, shit happens I know but being injured in a van makes living in a van a much steeper hill to climb. I’m making it through but wow what a low point of van living. I can almost walk after 12 days but still got a ways to go. Good luck mate, admire your struggles they’re leading you to the light
New Subscriber here from Arizona. I'm a stage set carpenter in the winter months and a catastrophe insurance adjuster during the summer months. I am in the middle of building out my Van so that I can save money working on the road. I totally understand your situation, been there, you'll get what you need bro! Good luck! you got it! Next thing you know you'll be flush with cash and upgrading your van!! 👍🤙✌
Know that I am praying for your situation, and that God is faithful to provide. As far as the term homelessness, when I was living in my van, my brother called me “Almost Homeless”. Hang in there things are going to change for good soon. Not just trusting in your power to change your mind but in the truth that God’s creative plan for you and your life. It’s a good life when you lean into Him. Ask for his direction, He promised he would direct you and turn things to good if you trust him.
Some people, myself included, are depressed by "housedness;" it's all in the attitude. If you have a means to stay clean, stay well, sleep, and eat decent food, you're not disadvantaged unless your mind tells you you are. I adore being able to move around and change my scenery. And there are jobs you can do while travelling. I watch a number of people who have interesting vanlife channels that make money, basically by living in a van and making videos about it. Bathroom issue: go into McD's every morning, visit their plumbing, buy a cup of coffee: problem solved.
Good on you for keeping it real. Van life can be sold as the dream of freedom and flexibility. The flip side being not having a purpose, nowhere feeling like home.
Every soul watching this video will want you to succeed. I've just subbed and will enjoy seeing your channel grow hopefully. The shirt is grand by the way. Stay safe...you will prevail.
I am sorry to hear that mate. Keep working on that job search. Stay positive and it will come. To start with, try to get what ever the job that are available. You can always find a better job while doing a "temporary" job. If you are really serious about van life, get a van that is properly fitted for van living.
It’s amazing how here in NZ the prevailing view is that Australia is the promised land. We keep getting told life is cheaper over there. Always twos sides to a story I guess. Good luck on your journey fella.
Well it is good for somewhat elderly thats tired of notes, high utilities bills to the point your always starving and broke,,,i plan on buying a camper van for awhile and then when i get enough of it then i will get an elderly apartment.
I think it all depends on why people decide to live in a van. Some people absolutely love it and wouldn't want to live any other way, at least for the time being. My husband and I live in a 30 ft shuttle bus on an acre of land that we own so we definitely don't feel homeless. Of course a bus is different than a van because it's much bigger and when we're in it, it feels like like a little house, but we've been able to afford things like a really good solar system that makes it much more comfortable. We did buy a shuttle bus out of necessity because we couldn't afford to buy a house and we have 4 dogs so we couldn't rent an apartment. We're in our late 40s and we have started the process to build a house on our property, but I'm very happy in our bus. If we didn't have this property I think it wouldn't feel as comfortable or secure maybe. I wish van life was a thing when I was in my 20s and I totally would've done van life to save money to invest in something like property. I hope you're able to find a good job. Maybe you should do some modeling. You're a good looking guy and I bet you would get a lot of gigs. You could also see if you can find someone that has a big piece of property that might let you park there so you feel like you have a little more stability. I know theres and app where van lifers can find people that will let you park on their property for free. Maybe you could even do a barter deal where you do work on their property a few hours a week and they let you park there. One thing my husband did when he was having a hard time finding a job is put an ad on Craigslist and Next door offering to help people move or just do odd jobs for people that don't have a healthy man in the house to do things like mount a tv or clean their garagem . Also, see what type of online work you can do. A great channel that has great advice on living in a vehicle is , "Cheap RV Living". You're still so young and healthy and handsome. The world is at your feet. Use whatever assets and skills you have to make money and think outside of the box.
You're fit and healthy, you're clean, your living space is clean. That is reason for pride, not shame. There is no shame in temporary misfortune, maintaining dignity only costs effort.
Man if you came over to NZ for a while, we are absolutely desperate for ppl in the building trade. You could really make a killing and get you back on your feet to return to Oz with more resources. Just a thought.
We lived in a van here in the UK 20 years ago and had the same problems as your having. I was so depressed. We had savings we were eating through and the winter was terrible, even in the van because of the cold and damp. It’s super expensive here in the UK too. Van life is fantastic is you are earning money to fund it. But terrible if you can’t do that. Good luck. I hope you can find something.
Look on the bright side. You're very attractive, so that should get you thru plenty of doors.. 😅 seriously, hang in there . Things will change. Thank goodness you have a van. Some people dont even have that. Its shelter ❤. I subbed to support your channel. Hope that helps
Some actually prefer to be house less it’s really not homeless and it does have advantages,just imagine how much money you don’t have to spend on a dwelling and all of the utilities that are included!
And I didn't grow up in a war zone. It was a peace free zone. The moment I started using deceptive wording, everything changed. I was no longer hungry, I was choosing not to be duped by the propaganda of consumerism. I was an enlightened minimalist.
@amylee6038 ya, it's like changing illegal aliens to undocumented migrant.. now all of a sudden, you feel some kind of way about it just from changing the words, like they're just standing around waiting for documents except what documents are they waiting for?.. not citizenship papers .. they'll still be here illegally, but they tricked your mind to just accept it...
I agree with the others, youre not homeless, you have a home that can go anywhere. I am in the states and i know a lot of nomads here utilize seaonal jobs that are short but you make a lot of money in a short time. Do you have anything like that there? Mostly farm type deals here Like there are several sugar beet harvest that last 2 weeks and you make a couple of grand at least. Aussie is cool so i am envious. You can do this and you will get a job and once you do youll save a ton and feel better all around. Happy trails!
Awesome video. Very real and genuine feelings. Hypnotherapy is the way of the future for any sort of deep trauma release and relief. Keep up the good fight. Very inspiring whilst keeping it real. xx
Any dwelling becomes a home if you want to be there, I built a truck out about 4 years ago and it worked so well I won't live in a regular house again. If I wasn't able to borrow the money to build something with all the comforts I would just buy what ever I could afford with some camping equipment and move in, from that moment all my money is going into myself and the vehicle. Slowly save, do it up as you can and eventually buy something bigger like a truck which is as much space as I will ever need for life if thats what I want. Free time is mainly what I want nowadays and van life can provide that in abundance.
Go to food pantry and get some food go to a library to get out of your van hang out at Starbucks to use the Wi-Fi do delivery or gig work just to start an income just an ideas. Good luck.
Life is a process with passages of seven. Ages 21 -28 a young adult😢 find your joy Find your purpose. Your experience will prepare you for being home. A turtle wears its house, but it's home is the hole in the ground. Prayers stay quiet ten minutes A day❤
this world has changed much in the last ten years. housing is near imposable for the single person . society has mutated to where people are kept poor and owing money. you keep going brother., day jobs or food delivery,, easy cash,.
Same in uk , need 1k a week miniumum to get ahead but here we have too many unskilled , barely literate newcomers with massive entitlement , drives wages down and fkd up everything .
Glad you left your glasses off to see your eyes and the concern I see there. You seem to be alone and afraid right now. I feel your pain. I’m retired and a have income and fear loosing everything due to taxes and increasing costs of everything. Hopefully soon you can get some income.
Van life didn't become glorified homelessness until gentrification. Once well-off people started building out hundred thousand dollar vans, and once 'influencers' started making millions taking photos in picturesque places with their vans in the background, people started forgetting that living in a vehicle has been a lifesaving alternative to homelessness. Not a glorified version of it. Van life is very hard, yes, but it is very different from homelessness. It's hard to see that these days because of those who have turned van life into a perverted way to show off wealth. Stories of how living in a vehicle saved people's lives have faded. Keep your head up, sir! Your journey is an important one and I can only pray God won't make it too long before all of your prayers are answered in the most wonderful of ways! Stay safe and keep your face towards the sun! May 2024 be the best year so far for you, and may 2024 pale in comparison to the wonderful, amazing years you have ahead of you! Don't give up.🙏🤗
SILENCE!! You will live in your car... and you will be happy to do it!
By law in all developed countries if you haven't a permanent address you are, by the legal definition, homeless.
Bob Wells talks a lot about how poor people can live in their car more comfortably because they are being priced out of homes. He addresses the subject quite a bit. Here in America elderly women especially. He actually has a charity that helps people build out their vehicles So people can live in them.
@@jazziered142 What?!! How can they be priced out of living in a home!??
I’m living in a van by choice. Plan on saving for a newer van like a 2022. My current van is a 2012. I’ll go Toyota next time, less break downs.
You’re not homeless you’re houseless. This is all a temporary situation it’s just a small chapter in your life. It doesn’t have to be bad. At least you have a place to sleep.
I second that! Also, he should be on the lookout for the benefits ~ as he already has with his improved confidence and increased fitness. I bet, if he focused on the benefits, he would feel better.
Is he employed? He should be able to maintain this lifestyle with an average pay job.
I hope he keeps a positive outlook
@@RetireandGohe mentioned that he's looking for work.
@@RetireandGo you would think.
Stop it. The dude lives in a car. Jesus.
Stay strong bro, just a season of your life. Jason - Seattle (USA)
Hey man, no one will give you a job, you have to take it. Keep calling the owner, keep showing up. GL
I think this depends highly on what kind of van/bus/ambulance conversion we are talking about and if it’s a choice or not. And if it isn’t a choice but a necessity, it’s better than a lot of other options for homelessness. But different people are in different situations. There are people in $120k vans and people in $1k vans and everything in between. This is not a new thing, it’s just a lot more comfortable than it was 30 years ago and a lot more mainstream. It’s kind of a crazy juxtaposition. And we never know when it might happen to any one of us.
Love Ur energy mate. I've lived in my van for 4 years. Life has never been better. It's same size as urs but I've got porta potty and it's deffo a must. Ur right in thinking a change is good and if you adapt well it's a life saver. I've totally changed my outlook in life and I'm so much happier and content. I work part time in a bar and have a permanent spot I park on a farmers field, then I just go off on weekends exploring. It's so much better to not pay rent bills and taxes. Good luck in your endeavours hope u have found a job
Having a Van you are Lucky compared to alot of people. Count your blessings humble yourself and take a job you don't want and then work on your goals!!
I bought a van in March 2021 because as a single woman, there is no way I will ever be able to afford to own a home where I currently live in Yukon Canada. Once the van is paid off in two more years, I can focus on saving so that maybe by the time I hit 65-70 (I’m 45) I can maybe buy a tiny piece of land somewhere.
But at the very least, as long as I have my van, I will have a safe place to sleep. I can’t afford rental prices in my town. It’s ridiculous.
If you find a good reliable heater that isn’t plagued with breakdowns, please let the rest of us know what kind it is.
Same, I'm buying a beat up old enclosed untility trailer because I simply can not afford rent or a house. I'm only 21 and being aware I can't afford/ achieve the basic things my parents and grandparents did Is absolutely draining. It's difficult for me to find work where I'm at. Even though I grew up poor, I'm even more poor that I was growing up. Even with work.
And when I tell the people I love about my life and plan, most of them look down on me even though they have been through/going through similar situations.
I wish everyone who has to live in their vehicle, a camper, a trailer, a tent. The best of luck. And not to allow people to look down on you for a situation that you can't prevent.
Have you considered getting more skills to get a higher paying job
Whitehorse is expensive? (just a guess)
Ah the north is so expensive! I do hear that it's stunning. I've always wanted to see tombstone national park. Stay warm!!
From the intro to the end, you made me laugh as im in the same situation but your attitude is what will get you through this! I wish I had that right now
Hey there, I feel you on this. I’ve been living out of my Subaru outback for the past two years, I’m from Rhode Island USA. I refer to myself as an unhoused not homeless bc my car is my home and I am so grateful for my car home. That’s just how I feel about it. Keep your head up, do your best and god will see you through!
If it wasn't for their secondary use as backup housing, cars wouldn't be worth all their associated costs. I have housing but I camp in my Volt and that's what justified the cost for me.
Vanlife is a choice often…a customized RV- off grid mostly! Mine is like a cottage at the ocean, a cottage in the forest, a cottage in the desert, where ever I drive it❤
I respect and appreciate your honesty.
Does Australia have doordash or grocery delivery apps like in the USA? Those are always a good temp paycheck between jobs
Your only homeless if you think you are. You have a roof over your head. Your van is your home. Home is where you lay your head. It's a good time to save save save! Til you think about having a family of your own I would think of it as houseless not homeless. Make the most of it. 🙏✌️
Having a family is not for everyone, especially if you do not have a track record of high earning. But helping others is why we are here.
People confuse living in a van with permanent vacation. You don’t have to quit your job or become a digital nomad or content creator that’s the real trap, people buy van and expect real life to disappear or go viral and experience picturesque scenery everyday. There are people who work remotely or even in person. I’m subscribed to a guy who does floorings all across America and he’s doing fine, a woman in HR and it’s in person. I disagree about van life being glorified homelessness, it’s just what you decide to make it. I wish you the best in your job search
I agree, perspective is important. If you don’t consider the van your home, then you’re creating negativity that will drain your energy. This fella doesn’t seem to have any direction, or even a realistic plan for any kind of success. He sounds like a teenager who quit school because he thinks he’s too smart for that nonsense.
But are they homeless or not?
Well said….. living in a car, van, camper or RV isn’t homelessness.Many are choosing it over the subscription we’ve been sold.
Sadly, many have capitalized off of a lifestyle that has been around for ages and tarnished it for clicks.
Not EVERYONE living the van/car life need to be poor or down on their luck. For some including myself it’s a sense of freedom. A freedom to choose. I work a great job as a claims investigator and chose a life of simplicity. How you see your situation is how you’ll eventually feel about the situation. I lovvvve living in my car. I’ve become more present since the transition. I’m connecting to myself and the simple things life offer again. When ppl stop promoting an everyday vacation and keep it real simple you’ll find normalcy and peace in living the van/carlife.🙏❤️
@@kimberlyknows but a vehicle not a home unless its a trailr. You can be in denial all you want but it is homelessness.
Exactly, it isn't glorified homelessness. A lot of people choose to have there home on wheels to be able to travel and go where they want to go, and yes it's ridiculously expensive where people can't afford the house/apartments/car's anymore. The same here in the USA, I'm looking for a van or RV because I don't want to be given away $40,000 a year for rent, can save that money.
Hang in there. This video was both funny at times and sad. Your in a tough spot right now but you are doing what you need to get out of it. Stay positive. Your personality and daily grinding to get a job will eventually pay off, it’s just scary right now.
Feeling 4 you mate , life is hard at the moment. Every thing has gone up , rents r crazy, hope things get better for u .
Man that vans a lot greater than my 2 seater. Thank Jesus for your blessing.
A great man is carved by the challenges he has overcome. Once you become a lifecoach, this honest confession of the adversity you face now is the foundation to your strength of character. 🇬🇧 I'm in the same situation, only it's freezing 🥶
Dont give up. God dont put us through things we cant handle. Hopefully your channel picks up quick because many love watching these van life vids
Thanks for the really candid view of "Van Life"! Loved the bucket part! Liked and subbed!
You have the best positive attitude! Stay with us mate!
I've been in recruitment for 24 years and I too think that you would be a phenomenal salesman! With a construction background, maybe selling residential fencing, roofing, siding, etc. might be a good thing to try, or even mobile phone retail sales to start building your resume/sales exp.
Good luck!
Yup work on the resume, you're a charismatic person Robin is right you would do well in some sales but start anywhere get focused on anything reign in your focus and get after it. Its a rough market too right meow, if you can lay low in some construction do it get them billz paid son.
Van life is homelessness for you. Not for me. I've been on the road going on year 11. Love it!
Don't give up. Keep on putting in for jobs. You will find one. And living in a van is cheaper then paying all those bills for a real house.
Once you go van life, you don't want to go back house life. Welcome to FIRE movement.
Why look for a job? Just create your own business and work for yourself. I started my cleaning business with $175 & a drive no one could compete with. Eight years later, now I'm walking the beaches of South Florida. Van life will make a life of leisure a piece of cake.
Ditto man, I just got smashed too, trying to get a place to live. Look man USA isn't any friggin better, while we put people coming here in five ⭐ hotels. It's stupid,our government sucks. I live in my little van with my puppy and it's cold, and no room .I had to break and get a storage, and all my bills come at once too. They just don't care. It's a rich man's world, and they don't care about jobs, or how they can help you. Back in the days they had programs that could help you find a job, help you with work programs. My granny once told me without programs like that we will have a depression. We are in a depression but they're hiding it. People don't see it. It's all for the rich .
There are still programs. Google workforce training. If there's none in your area, look further
I agree; I think we're in a Depression too, just that no-one is talking about it - yet.
it's because it might be more of a total economic collapse than a depression
Another advice:
If you don't have a job and feel low self confidence, then it is hard to get a job. The hack is to focus on a very easy to get job in the beginning: Delivering newspapers, cleaning an office or even better driving a taxi. Then you can upgrade to a better job, when you feel great about yourself.
This is like a vehicle. First gear 1 before shifting to gear 2,3,4 or 5
Great perspective!
@@4Mikes4Mindset4 I do food apps side-hustle and day trading (very difficult - not for everybody). The food app is a great side hustle. You can upgrade to a cheap used Chinese scooter - like I did.
I had a friend who had to start over. He got a fast food job, waiting for a surgeon's assistant position to become available, which he was qualified for. 2 years it took for the position in a local hospital to open up.
Owning a home means being in debt for hundreds of thousands of dollars. Society constantly tells you “what you need” in order to function in society, with even more lavish homes and even more lavish life styles, which equates to indentured servitude. Working to pay off debts. There’s something free’ing about being content with less. Not listening to the thousands of advertisements telling you you’re less without their item or somehow incomplete. Just another perspective from some random ✌🏽
Agreed.
It doesn't have to be forever, even if mortgage does translate to death pledge. I sold my place in the city suburbs and yes, I was literally in debt for hundreds of thousands of dollars but I had just enough to buy a block of land in the middle of nowhere and chuck a small cabin on it. The learning curve was savage and I still haven't got any hot water or shower after being here a year, but it's my bush paradise.
Opposite ends of the world same story bro 😂. Moving from the mid west to the sunshine coast in pursuit of my personal legend and an epic adventure. All the while, money runs low before you make it, things break, and you lose your gains from the gym. The Universe really holds you over the fire in times like these but that's the cost of believing you're worthy of an extraordinary life. Keep on keeping on brother.
Thanks my man. I trust your finding yourself 🙏
I believe you mean "Houseless". When someone is Homeless, they have not found or have Lost their Soul. Change Your Mind, Change Your Life. Wherever We lay our Head, We are Home. Get it?
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"All your bills come at once". Yea man, that happens to every single person alive. Budget.
People act like it's something that just happens.
First time seeing you. On the face of it you have everything going for you. There must be a back story that explains you being broke. Hypnotherapy isn't going to help you that much at this point imo. The grass is always greener hence you looking at retail or service. Trust me, if you know construction, do that to get a cash pile going. Good luck, count your blessings, and do what you know not what you want whilst you are stuck.
Excellent advice.
This is common in van life don’t know why peeps don’t go into a Van carry on working and getting a descent cash reserve before career change also bigger van with more facilities woukd be much more comfortable really need to stand up in a van when fulltime
Using local employment agencies is better than posting your resume online, at least in your situation. There's nothing like a face-to-face meeting with a handshake and a printed copy of your resume, to jump start things. And you start building a real-life relationship that you can go back to when needed.
You will find a job do not give up Hope PERIOD Right Now I can hear it in your voice and hear the things you're saying that You are Frustrated, but the reality of it is you're a very Lucky person to have that man to live in because so many Don't have Anywhere to Go PERIOD keep moving keep working keep doing what You need to do PERIOD and remember you're much better off than so many other people
Abundance is a mindset.....speak Abundance into your life....stop saying you have no money......say I'm a money magnet...money comes to me effortlessly and constantly....
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I hope you land on your feet, hopefully you landed that new job and this year takes off for you!
What works for some doesn’t work for others. Many people living the van life by choice are more fulfilled than living the traditional lifestyle.
Have you heard of the saying: "Houseless, but not homeless"? Clearly you have a money problem... but at least you can regroup and reset in your vehicle, when you need to. // Ask any dude sleeping on the street sidewalk... if they would appreciate a van?... a place to lock up their things, and a place to sleep undisturbed.
Yeah, this guy has the wrong mindset for someone that would consider themselves a " van lifer " in the traditional sense. I think he's just using the " van life " moniker as a way to save money to transition to a " normal life " with a house and such. Which is why he's unsatisfied with his position in life.
He needs to go back to working construction until he finds someone who will hire him for a job he isn't experienced in
LIVIN IN A VAN DOWN BY THE RIVER!!!! --Chris tried to warn you
Also, what a likeable guy. It's crazy that a handsome and likeable guy is struggling like this. It's crazy.
sending you some positive energy, I think things will turn around for you soon!
ive been doing the van life before it became van life you know. Was in a garage band and me and the guitar player both had vans man felt so cool and free. Sounds like you got hit between the eyes with and unexpected rough patch. hitting the gym is a great way to keep the endorphins up helps. i just came across you video and i havent done van life for like 9 years but here i am again. not having a job is the hardest part of it once you get that rolling your going to feel right as rain and begin to see daylight and start your progress back to "normal" living. i personally when you got everything dialed in and your stealthy can save alot of money. I rather enjoy it. Im currently i hawaii which sounds great but you know how that goes. got work some old familiar angles again. Goodluck stay Blessed with it.
PS shirts not bad
Working in sales sucks the soul right out of you! (Tho the hypnotism may help😂) Better vanlife than homeless and ur saving a fortune in rent
You are real. There's a woman van person in her seventies calls herself a girl in a van. And runs down people that have brick and stick homes. She parks in front of people who have brick n sticks homes. She just doesn't pay for it. She runs them down. I worked really hard for all I have. You will get work. You're working really hard. Stay at it.
Keep staying positive and something good will happen for you.
But he isn’t positive.
every man thats married is homeless, just up to the woman to figure out when she wants to kick him out!
Hey man, you're not alone. These moments will pass and better ones will come. One day we'll trade stories like that scene in Jaws, except things will be and stay cool when we do it.
what makes me sick is the people that are filthy wealthy and do van life to absolutely exploit every angle of it to make more money, that aspect of it i disagreee with. its a very multifaceted lifestyle ive done it on and off, it can be liberating but certainly a challenge as well.
I just gave myself a third degree burn cooking inside my van. What a dummy, shit happens I know but being injured in a van makes living in a van a much steeper hill to climb. I’m making it through but wow what a low point of van living. I can almost walk after 12 days but still got a ways to go.
Good luck mate, admire your struggles they’re leading you to the light
Oh, burns are so painful. I am so sorry this happened to you. May you heal quickly and well. Thinking of you, Jo
Stay strong brother. You are a smart dude, things will start to fall into place. Keep it pushin!
Just subscribed. Don't give up. Sending you positive vibes and prayers 🙏
New Subscriber here from Arizona. I'm a stage set carpenter in the winter months and a catastrophe insurance adjuster during the summer months. I am in the middle of building out my Van so that I can save money working on the road. I totally understand your situation, been there, you'll get what you need bro! Good luck! you got it! Next thing you know you'll be flush with cash and upgrading your van!! 👍🤙✌
Know that I am praying for your situation, and that God is faithful to provide.
As far as the term homelessness, when I was living in my van, my brother called me “Almost Homeless”. Hang in there things are going to change for good soon. Not just trusting in your power to change your mind but in the truth that God’s creative plan for you and your life. It’s a good life when you lean into Him. Ask for his direction, He promised he would direct you and turn things to good if you trust him.
Looks cozy. Rent is expensive here in the USA also.im ready to get a van and go where you want.
Keep ya head up geez! I know it’s easier said than done but I don’t doubt you’ll soon be where you need to be. Stay blessed ☝🏼❤️🤜🏼
Some people, myself included, are depressed by "housedness;" it's all in the attitude.
If you have a means to stay clean, stay well, sleep, and eat decent food, you're not disadvantaged unless your mind tells you you are.
I adore being able to move around and change my scenery. And there are jobs you can do while travelling. I watch a number of people who have interesting vanlife channels that make money, basically by living in a van and making videos about it.
Bathroom issue: go into McD's every morning, visit their plumbing, buy a cup of coffee: problem solved.
Good on you for keeping it real. Van life can be sold as the dream of freedom and flexibility. The flip side being not having a purpose, nowhere feeling like home.
Every soul watching this video will want you to succeed. I've just subbed and will enjoy seeing your channel grow hopefully. The shirt is grand by the way. Stay safe...you will prevail.
Mate, it is ALL over the world.
I went to the store and saw a normal sized pot roast for 96 dollars. Its def getting hard to keep up.
I am sorry to hear that mate.
Keep working on that job search. Stay positive and it will come.
To start with, try to get what ever the job that are available.
You can always find a better job while doing a "temporary" job.
If you are really serious about van life, get a van that is properly fitted for van living.
God bless you man!
Good luck finding a job mate.
Construction is a good field. You can get certified and go to school while you’re working. Good luck!
Welcome to world financial situation. But van life isn't homelessness. It's house less. It's no sticks and bricks but still a home.
Hang in there 👍. Good things are on the way for you. Wish you the best my friend. I just subscribed. And you get more subscribers. Never give up 💪🏼
It’s amazing how here in NZ the prevailing view is that Australia is the promised land. We keep getting told life is cheaper over there. Always twos sides to a story I guess. Good luck on your journey fella.
Well it is good for somewhat elderly thats tired of notes, high utilities bills to the point your always starving and broke,,,i plan on buying a camper van for awhile and then when i get enough of it then i will get an elderly apartment.
i like listening to you-share your life-three months you will be montesized
I think it all depends on why people decide to live in a van. Some people absolutely love it and wouldn't want to live any other way, at least for the time being. My husband and I live in a 30 ft shuttle bus on an acre of land that we own so we definitely don't feel homeless. Of course a bus is different than a van because it's much bigger and when we're in it, it feels like like a little house, but we've been able to afford things like a really good solar system that makes it much more comfortable. We did buy a shuttle bus out of necessity because we couldn't afford to buy a house and we have 4 dogs so we couldn't rent an apartment. We're in our late 40s and we have started the process to build a house on our property, but I'm very happy in our bus. If we didn't have this property I think it wouldn't feel as comfortable or secure maybe. I wish van life was a thing when I was in my 20s and I totally would've done van life to save money to invest in something like property. I hope you're able to find a good job. Maybe you should do some modeling. You're a good looking guy and I bet you would get a lot of gigs. You could also see if you can find someone that has a big piece of property that might let you park there so you feel like you have a little more stability. I know theres and app where van lifers can find people that will let you park on their property for free. Maybe you could even do a barter deal where you do work on their property a few hours a week and they let you park there. One thing my husband did when he was having a hard time finding a job is put an ad on Craigslist and Next door offering to help people move or just do odd jobs for people that don't have a healthy man in the house to do things like mount a tv or clean their garagem . Also, see what type of online work you can do. A great channel that has great advice on living in a vehicle is , "Cheap RV Living". You're still so young and healthy and handsome. The world is at your feet. Use whatever assets and skills you have to make money and think outside of the box.
You're fit and healthy, you're clean, your living space is clean. That is reason for pride, not shame. There is no shame in temporary misfortune, maintaining dignity only costs effort.
Man if you came over to NZ for a while, we are absolutely desperate for ppl in the building trade. You could really make a killing and get you back on your feet to return to Oz with more resources. Just a thought.
We lived in a van here in the UK 20 years ago and had the same problems as your having. I was so depressed. We had savings we were eating through and the winter was terrible, even in the van because of the cold and damp. It’s super expensive here in the UK too.
Van life is fantastic is you are earning money to fund it. But terrible if you can’t do that. Good luck. I hope you can find something.
I pray by now u have found a job. With many people getting older now u might consider going into health care.stay safe!!and god bless!!
I wish I had a van to make use of in my current situation. You are blessed
Dude you need to be in movies you're entertaining as hell
Top man 👌 you are very honest and people like that... hopefully you will get something soon you are a winner and good guy.
You're blessed it's all about the mindset. I subscribed, would like to you see your journey
Look on the bright side. You're very attractive, so that should get you thru plenty of doors.. 😅 seriously, hang in there . Things will change. Thank goodness you have a van. Some people dont even have that. Its shelter ❤. I subbed to support your channel. Hope that helps
glorified homelessness....spoken like a true Australian.....not many of you left. God bless you son.
Very inspirational sending warm vibes! Thank you.
Some actually prefer to be house less it’s really not homeless and it does have advantages,just imagine how much money you don’t have to spend on a dwelling and all of the utilities that are included!
Anyone who has the time to harbor prejudice against folks trying to have their financial sovereignty revived, probably aren’t doing too well.
You are not homeless, you are houseless. There is a difference.
No there's not a difference, just changing the word doesn't change anything
I agree there is no damn difference. You can't tell him what he is. He said he was suffering either way.
And I didn't grow up in a war zone. It was a peace free zone. The moment I started using deceptive wording, everything changed. I was no longer hungry, I was choosing not to be duped by the propaganda of consumerism. I was an enlightened minimalist.
@amylee6038 ya, it's like changing illegal aliens to undocumented migrant.. now all of a sudden, you feel some kind of way about it just from changing the words, like they're just standing around waiting for documents except what documents are they waiting for?.. not citizenship papers .. they'll still be here illegally, but they tricked your mind to just accept it...
What kinda cope is this?
I agree with the others, youre not homeless, you have a home that can go anywhere. I am in the states and i know a lot of nomads here utilize seaonal jobs that are short but you make a lot of money in a short time. Do you have anything like that there? Mostly farm type deals here
Like there are several sugar beet harvest that last 2 weeks and you make a couple of grand at least. Aussie is cool so i am envious. You can do this and you will get a job and once you do youll save a ton and feel better all around. Happy trails!
Perspective is everything, as always. YMMV
Awesome video. Very real and genuine feelings. Hypnotherapy is the way of the future for any sort of deep trauma release and relief. Keep up the good fight. Very inspiring whilst keeping it real. xx
Any dwelling becomes a home if you want to be there, I built a truck out about 4 years ago and it worked so well I won't live in a regular house again. If I wasn't able to borrow the money to build something with all the comforts I would just buy what ever I could afford with some camping equipment and move in, from that moment all my money is going into myself and the vehicle. Slowly save, do it up as you can and eventually buy something bigger like a truck which is as much space as I will ever need for life if thats what I want. Free time is mainly what I want nowadays and van life can provide that in abundance.
Everything dies and fades and nothing lasts . ... this world isnt our home
To quote one of my favorite authors and a better word smith than I, not all those who wander are lost
Yes sirz, my van life is nothing but "junk" in my car... Not to mention where to take a shit.
Portable toilet 👍
Go to food pantry and get some food go to a library to get out of your van hang out at Starbucks to use the Wi-Fi do delivery or gig work just to start an income just an ideas. Good luck.
Life is a process with passages of seven. Ages 21 -28 a young adult😢 find your joy
Find your purpose.
Your experience will prepare you for being home. A turtle wears its house, but it's home is the hole in the ground. Prayers stay quiet ten minutes A day❤
this world has changed much in the last ten years. housing is near imposable for the single person . society has mutated to where people are kept poor and owing money. you keep going brother., day jobs or food delivery,, easy cash,.
Same in uk , need 1k a week miniumum to get ahead but here we have too many unskilled , barely literate newcomers with massive entitlement , drives wages down and fkd up everything .
In north america the noble fir is the go to tree for Christmas. What kind of shrub they using in Australia?
Glad you left your glasses off to see your eyes and the concern I see there. You seem to be alone and afraid right now. I feel your pain. I’m retired and a have income and fear loosing everything due to taxes and increasing costs of everything. Hopefully soon you can get some income.