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Lost LeBlanc Awesome video! I've been with you since you had 800 subscribes! I love how you kept going, I could tell you loved what you did. You've word hard for where you are and I'm proud of you! Lots of love to you and safe travels!
Preaching to the choir Christian 👍 we are flying to Bali in 10 days to make the transition to a travel vlogger - really loving your content and observing your growth - all well deserved! Are you in SE-Asia soon again?
I've been fortunate in my life, but the one thing that hits home often is one night I went to bed as a 23 year old and when I woke up I was 54. It happens that quickly. Sure you have to make sensible choices in life, but remember it's only the one life you have. Don't wait until you have money in the bank... Mainly because before you know it your knees hurt and you can't climb that mountain, or before cliff jumping you consider your bad back. That's not doom and gloom, just the way life is. Make sensible choices, work hard, but above all... Grasp opportunity with both hands... I don't wish I was 23 again but I do wish I'd known at 23 what I know now.
I went to bed as a 58 year old the day I retired, and woke up in my mid 30s ! ie, with enough sense not to do the stupid stuff from my 20s but not the work stress any more. Now I'm living in SEA, travelling and enjoying life !
Dude I couldn't agree with you more, being 50 now, I ask where did the time go. There was always a tomorrow. I thinks its great that these young people are doing what they enjoy. They actually inspire me. Many people like to knock the younger generation. I've yet to meet anyone who on their death bed says I wish I had spent more time at work. I too do not wish to be 23 again those years between then and now have taught me much. That said you're only as old as you act. I'll soon be entering another stage in my life and would love to start something else. Maybe there's an interest for retired travel vlogers. Keep up the great work and keep pursuing your dreams. If you're in the Toronto give me a call love to meet you and take you for dinner.
I'm sure there is, there are enough silver surfers our there that would enjoy a travel vlog from an older person... I'd keep off the skateboards though
Nailed it man. F**k the haters! Like you said in a past video "If you're not getting hate then you're probably doing something wrong". Keep killing it Christian! Been subscribed to you since 25,000 and your growth is astounding. Inspirational.
I love what you said...not IF you can do it but rather HOW you can do it. That is EXACTLY the right question. Most people think the dream or goal is too big so they don't even try. Anyone who wants to follow a dream just needs to take baby steps. One foot in front of the other. Research. Make a plan. Execute. Make mistakes. Learn by correcting mistakes...try again. NEVER give up :) Best wishes to you both. Hugs Melody
The haters are nothing more than jealous. Jealousy is an ugly animal, pay them no mind. You're doing such an awesome job with the vlog and I look forward to seeing where you're going next. Kudos to y'all for living your dreams and doing what others are afraid to do.
I love you Christian and Laura, keep doing what you love. You are such an inspiration.. Whenever I introduce your vlogs to my family and my friends, the response was always positive and at the end of the day they become subscribers. Keep on!
This is so inspiring I love it. For a long time I've been trying to follow through with a job that my parents want me to do and something with "job security" but following your passion is just so much more fun, even if it is a little risky
Dude and now you have 358k! your channel is EXPLODINGGG! I think your honestly becoming my favorite vlogger, Before it was FunForLouis but im starting to dig yours more. Im currently in Rio and have been filming a lot, cant wait to get back home and edit it all, This is going to be my first taste of adding real travel vlogs to my channel which is one of the things you and a few other vloggers have inspired me to do. Thanks and dont stop!
I am so glad you made this video. People need to be aware of how hard you worked to get to where you are. I've been watching your videos since you had around 15-20,000 subscribers and it's been so amazing to watch your channel grow. Keep up the great work and the amazing videos!
So true Christian LeBlanc. People get jealous of me assuming that I might've won the lottery, because I travel twice a year. But the difference with me and those people are I don't smoke, I don't go out drinking or gambling every night, I make my own lunch and dinner, I own my car instead of having a car payment, etc. So many people are ignorant and see it like I have such an easy life, where I had to budget so hard. Very good words.
Literally your videos like this inspire more than anything else, and I can't thank you enough for the positive outlook you've given me, I'm going to go after my dreams this year even if no one believes in what I'm doing or if it gets ugly, I'm going to turn my life into doing what I love
I came across your VLOG a view days ago. I am approaching 50 years old and I have been considering making the jump to a life that is not the norm. You have impassioned a generation of living their best life, and now you've motivated me too. Keep doing what you do.
Dude I say good on you for doing what you want to do and working hard to get there. If you can travel and explore through your hard work then do it. Your videos are great. Keep up the excellent stuff. Safe travels and awesome t-shirt ✌🏻
Bless you! Following the same path and I don't think the hate is just on UA-cam. Even offline people don't want to believe this life is possible. They're too scared to give up their securities and you present them with this great life that they will not be able to attain because being too scared. It pisses people off and they want to put you down for making them feel bad (while they're actually making themselves feel bad, it has nothing to do with you). Cheers to your road to a million subscribers and doing what you love!
Love this. Love the message. Love the real behind-the-scenes story. Love the encouragement to others, actually ALL OF US. Love what you represent and signify. Thank you for doing this.
I am kind of proud of you , I watched you nearly from your beginning and your camera use and everything is so much improved. Good job and haters gonna hate
I'm actually an old man, really old. I think you have guts and determination. Power to you. My skills are photography, still and moving image. Cutting edge. Sing out when passing through Sydney, we chat. Happy new year.
Love this video. You should def. be proud of the hard work you have put into your life. I hope you keep growing and sharing your dream with others. You and your lady are truly amazing. Merry Christmas and a very happy New Years.
I know this is an old video but this was really inspiring. I'm trying to get started with youtube for my own career dreams and all the behind the scenes hard work you put in was something I needed to hear. Thanks man, recently subscribed last few days.
Best thing to do is simply ignore the haters. If that's what they want to spend their valuable time/energy on rather than something worthwhile then that's their problem to deal with. Another great video for me. Been following #teamgetlost since 48k. In fact, because of you I'm taking the leap and have booked a one way ticket to Bangkok and will be travelling for 6 months (budget dependent). Just wanted to say keep up the great work and I hope you and Laura have a great Christmas and an awesome 2017!
The reason I watch your videos is because you're so casual and honest! Keep it up, you're an inspiration to so many! Especially those aspiring travellers. Thank you for what you do.
Don't listen to these fools. Haters believe your life isn't possibly so they immediately try to discredit their lack of adventure by saying that you haven't had to work for your life. Everything is possible until you make up excuses as to why you can't do it.
Thanks for being so transparent in your journey. As someone who is graduating college this spring, I took so many notes for myself. Thanks for choosing yourself and giving me inspiration and confidence to try and strike it out on my own after college.
man i have been feeling constricted and been dreaming to jump in to the deep for these past few years and seeing inspiring ppl like you on youtube makes me want to chase it even more, so fuck the haters and live life and never regret anything just go for it, thats what i am going to do, thanks for the inspiration.and merry x mas.
Bro... I can't even begin to tell you how inspirational your story is. I'm beginning a similar journey myself, although I'm not chasing the same path, I'm both scared and excited to spend my time doing something I'm passionate about instead of spending the rest of my life in the rat race living the life of a miserable, unhappy person, doing something I hate. I'm a photographer. I've worked in IT, debt collecting, insurance, finance, retail, etc. I've done it all, and I've always hated working for other people. I've been working a retail job for the last 7 or 8 years after getting myself into some trouble. Initially it was the means to an end in getting my fines paid back, and then I started to realize that I was trapped in my job. Halfway through that, I was gifted a GoPro for Christmas and thought I wanted to pursue videography/film making--which eventually led to my rediscovering how much I love photography and getting my first DSLR. I was getting less and less hours at my day job and picking up as much photography work as I could to supplement my income, and finally I realized that I could actually make good money behind the camera. They've continued to cut my hours to where there would be some weeks where I wouldn't be on the schedule at all, or maybe I'd get 10-15 hours. Well, about a month ago I got a letter saying they were no longer going to provide health insurance to me because my average hours fell below 25 hours per week, and I realized that was why they had been cutting my hours to begin with. Really shitty! Do you think this is the kick in the ass that I needed to take the plunge and risk of pursuing photography full time?
i absolutely love your videos! it has become truly one of my number one hobbies since approximately one year ago, when you still hadnt announced your full commitment to youtube! and just wanted to let you know that this isnt coming from another person who wants to become a youtubber/vlogger just like you, but from someone who has complete different passions and objectives but is still hooked on your videos because theyre entertaining, inspiring, positive, fun and intriguing! congrats to you and laura for almost reaching 200,000 subs!!!
You made a very good point about priorities. I once had a discussion with a friend who called me "privileged" for being able to travel to Australia and NZ on a working holiday visa. I started working when I was twelve and saved all my money for that trip. She, at 21, had never worked a single day in her life and stated she would attend TWO concerts that very weekend. Different priorities. Also, no one believes me when I say I paid for the entire trip myself, including flights. It was a working holiday visa, obviously I was working there as well. They only get to see the pretty pictures.
Been following and watching your videos since way back when you just started. You are such an inspiration. I saw how your videos got better each time and I've got thus special connection with your channel. Gonna be part of your squad and buy your apparel! Keep it up!
Your finances have never been any of my damn business. My finances have never been any of your business. You're lucky and I'll admit to some jealousy, but the jealousy is my problem and I realize that. We all have to play with the hands we're dealt and make the most of them. To hell with anyone that begrudges you enjoying life. There's an idiot, (oh, wait, that would be me,) in Texas cheering you on. People that are jealous and scream that you haven't earned it can put their complaint into a suppository configuration. Stay lost, I'm loving every minute of it.
Wrench245 i agree my savings at 35 after working 11 years in fashion is only double to what you had starting out in Thailand however jealous I am at your moderate privilege I do believe your mindset is probably worth more to your success than your “fallback”. Privilege can get you so far but hustle is what makes you. You may have had a better start out than most but I appreciate your hardwork.
Man, I've been following your channel for awhile and I just seeing a big evolution...quality, content, motivation and encouragement, following your dreams and passion!! I just wanna say congrats, you've been doing a great thing and I'm sure many people here thinks at the same way!!
15 Months. I'll be quitting. Thanks for the motivation. You encouraged me to pursue my Own Artistic Dreams again. I just need a travel mate to accommodate to enjoy it with. Taking applications. LOL. My first epic Journey will take me across the USA again, which was what I attempted 10 years ago, which I'll insert little snip-its into the series, with which I will meet my 15+ siblings and mom whom I've never met. I'll end in SF or Hawaii, depending on how it develops. Not to mention a Secret Movie I'll be shooting for the book I'm writing now. I wish you could be apart of it (Equal shares.) So, that's out there now. If anything I appreciate all the motivation you've given me indirectly. Can't wait to #getlost myself. Thanks for the #positiveattitude. Stay up. *Can't wait to get the Stickers. It's Going on my Scooter. I'm sure it'll get some glances across the US, lol. I'll be shouting out when I get back to a scheduled upload again. -Cheers.
Ahhh you are so insperational!! Love your work man. Definitley time to start hustling. I Can't wait to be living this dream when I head off to SEA in September. 🙌
Hey, I have been following you for some time and I truly enjoy your content. I dont understand the haters, I guess jealousy is the drive for all of them. Love the way you approach life and the humor too. You inspire people to follow their dream which is very important. Keep up the good work - it is very appreciated. Good luck with your new line of merchandise!
Coming from an older 49 year father of three grandfather of 4 you are an inspiration not just to travel but to realise your dreams and work hard to make them happen, there will always be haters. Let them waste there time and energy on hating instead of going out there and grabbing life by the balls and living it. Looking forward to getting lost soon x
Because of you, Nadeshot, Cassie Neistat, iJustine, and many others....I have now decided that I want to give UA-cam a try! Not just for the money....but for the love of recording memories and sharing it with others!!
Yes, it's an amazing adventure. To build something on your own and watch it grow. Now I'm vloggin from Japan and often from North Korea. Being a UA-camr is so much fun adn gives me more satisfaction than my full-time job.
You are awesome! No matter what you do in life, some people will try to put a negative spin on it. As a travel lover(just as a hobby as I'm a lawyer), I have been following your great channel and getting so much out of it. Keep on doing this and showing us the best what this vast world has to offer. I find very refreshing and extremely professional the way you portrait it all. Btw, your response to the negativity comments was very classy, yet powerful. You and Lauren are my favorite Vblogers! Thank you
I'm a young entrepreneur as well so I definitely understand having to deal with the H.A.T.E.R.S (having. anger. towards. everyone. reaching. success.). Nothing but respect for you chasing your dreams and doing what makes you happy! Your videos are unreal!
I've seen a few dealing with hate videos, and I've always thought they weren't really necessary, but I'm glad you took the time to really address everything in a positive light. loving the Estonia videos :)
Dude I hope you do another "advice giveaway" someday... I'd learn so so much from a little chat about the social media business world I think. And I fully agree with your ending point about life being too short. That's exactly what I try to live by and try to communicate to people around me when they're risking to get pulled into a form of negativity. ^^ Great video, and don't mind the negative responses you get in a personal way. They just have to do some more research or check out your (and others') career path with this whole thing to start understanding it. :)
I think it is wonderful what you are doing!! I see this more & more in your generation, driven, work smarter not harder, lots of positivity!! Love it!! with all this passion it will make the world a better place!! I follow Laura, Josh, Cody & many others because of how passionate you all are!!
You need to ignore All the Dumb ass Haters People on the Mean Comment ? just Don't listen to Them because They are jealous because you had a lot subscriber and they have Small UA-camr out there
I was going to consult you for a title because I can't think of any better one than yours.... : D MISS YOU AND LAURA SO MUCH! We're about to have a fat reunion when Wil is out.
What is this HATE for rice and chicken??? My passion is to eat rice and chicken 24/7, i might start a youtube channel about eating rice&chicken in thailand!!! I'm going in january , for 4 months. :P I will eat so much riceandchicken!!!
Excellent! Bravo for what you do! I'm 40 & set out on my sailboat at 21. Traveled for a couple years & wished I'd continued on! You're an inspiration to a sedentary bunch of kids these days. Love your story & am inspired by it & your videos!
How great would a daily landscaper vlog be?! Hmmm You just need an editor to keep it all together after you shoot in your daily life. I, personally, have too much going on to do it for free, but I'm sure you can find someone in your personal life to help to get you started. I think time lapse video of your progress might be awesome to watch too during your day. Cut's to challenges and interesting back story or ideas. Damn, I should be a creative director or something. Just full of these ideas. lol. Go Ryan!
I can really respect you. I love your story and what you did is incredibly brave. Not only is it brave, it is kind of crazy. But that kind of crazy got you here today. I like seeing your videos and keep up the good work!!!
I support you 100% man. This is why I started vlogging and going on my own adventures. Unfortunately, it's been a year and I'm barely over 100 subscribers hahaha. But that's not going to stop me :)
man, I've always liked your videos, but this one definitely made me respect you a lot more. I'm about to start my journey on Feb. 1, and I just got my first sponsor yesterday. Videos like yours are necessary in letting people know that it is within reach, and this is one of the more genuine videos on the subject I've seen. Keep it up, and I hope to see you in my travels.
Really hard to hate this guy. Down to Earth, honest and says dollar amount versus saying general amount is really revealing. appreciate for being open and upfront in this video, it really showed through
Nicely said, and great job on what you have done for yourself and for your own life. Getting out there and seeing the world, is more enriching than sitting behind a desk.
Good to hear some of the background of how all of this came about... Hopefully it'll help to reduce some of the negativity. It takes a lot of courage to do what you've done, the majority of us are too 'comfortable' doing what we're doing. You've worked hard and now you're reaping the rewards....Life is indeed very short, make the most of doing what you love. Merry Christmas to you both and your families from the UK
Dude you are the man. I look up to you so much. I am a 26 year old stuck in the rat race myself. I am still trying to figure out how to get out! Oh by the way, my wife and I are going to South East Asia in March! Your videos have been a huge inspiration. I can't wait to visit some of the places you vlog about. Oh, and about the comment that not all people can be travel vloggers. That is true about any profession. Our society needs a wide range of professionals to function properly. I truly believe that you and other travel vloggers provide an impactful product that makes people comfortable about the destinations they plan to visit. I myself feel much more knowledgeable and familiar with destinations in SEA because of your work, so thank you! I can't wait to meet you in person one day and chat some more. Hopefully you aren't too famous by then and you will still have a minute or two to speak with me.
you're an inspiration... you don't go along with the everyday mold tat you have you to graduate and get a job. You did what you totally wanted to do and thats awesome!
Hey Christian, I appreciate the transparency although I had no doubt that you've been working your butt off to get everything you've earned. I've watched you grow so much and it's amazing how far you've been man. Also, yay for Lost merchandise! Gonna order some t-shirts. #teamGetLost
Christian, you are an awesome UA-camr! I am glad that you are doing what you enjoy doing! Too many haters on this planet! You are such a down to earth young man that was brought up to be who you are! You are selfless.! Nothing wrong doing what you love! Don't let these haters get you down! Keep up the great work! PS...i already purchased a shirt from your "Lost Apparel". Thanks for all your hard work! Your vlogs are awesome!! P.S. also a free stickers!!
you are such a sweet guy. I'm in love with your videos! My husband and I are visiting the Philippines in July this year and your videos will help a lot! Good job on the vlogging, editing, marketing, and taking care of yourself while abroad.
Your videos are inspiring! I made a comment on your i QUIT video when I first saw it a few months ago and yes, I did get negative comments on that. It bothered me a little bit at first but then I realized that they are closed minded people, just like what you said. We can never control other people's thoughts and actions but we can control how we will take negativities. Your passion inspired a lot of people and despite those negativities, you still share your success to other. With that, there are more people who love and support you than those.... Yeah, nevermind them!
Christian I have to say I think I commented this on that particular vlog and it was what grabbed my attention. YOU are amazing!! The amazing part is that you have figured out what takes many of us too long to figure out. I can't imagine how proud your parents are of you, you are an industrious and hard working young man that is chasing his passion and dreams. Fallow your heart and you will never be led astray. You handle the nay sayers in such a positive way, don't let anyone bring you down. I wish for you and Laura all the best and me and my 11 year old son (who now watches your vlogs with me) will be rooting you on. Maybe we"ll even run into one another on our adventures. Take care of each other and enjoy your journeys together.
Awesome message Christian!! Hopefully people watch this with an open mind and cure their ignorance. Keep up the inspiring work. You deserve your success.
Great outlook. I am in a situation very similar to what you're describing, working a job I couldn't care less about and trying to figure out the next step. Im glad you were able to find something you love and pursue it. Love the content. (my first comment on youtube btw)
I can't begin to imagine the excitement experienced watching something you've worked so hard on for so long grow and blow up like that. Hard work really does pay off. 363k now and still growing!
I think you popped up on the trending or recommended tab. It was the iquit video and i subbed. Keep up the good work man. Its hilarious the random little edits and animal commentary you put in your stuff. Especially the gta wasted nut shot lmao
We have planned a lot of our Philippines trip from your old informative videos (my personal favourite type of content from yourself ) and have been a fan ever since. With yourself Casey and Ben Brown we have been motivated to make our own travel videos and have been living the dream in Australia for the last couple of months now I also quit my rat race job and have never been happier, keep up the good work and i hope to meet you guys somewhere in the world someday.
This video was so straightforward! I love the part where you tell us how you worked your behind off at bestbuy and at other businesses to save up money to book that one way ticket to Bangkok. Currently a server and a lyft driver. I just graduated with a degree in broadcast journalism and really didn't feel like I belong in the corporate world. Now, I'm saving up to buy film equipment and start up my website. I'll be moving to Vietnam this November to produce short documentaries about people's daily lives over there. I'm going to be teaching English on the side but I hope I can built up a business that can earn a modest income like yours. I get so much inspiration and knowledge from your videos. And I hope maybe one day we can meet up somewhere in Southeast Asia! Much love! -Kenny Nguyen
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Lost LeBlanc Awesome video! I've been with you since you had 800 subscribes! I love how you kept going, I could tell you loved what you did. You've word hard for where you are and I'm proud of you! Lots of love to you and safe travels!
Preaching to the choir Christian 👍 we are flying to Bali in 10 days to make the transition to a travel vlogger - really loving your content and observing your growth - all well deserved! Are you in SE-Asia soon again?
Lost LeBlanc will it be available even in the Philippines 🇵🇭??? I mean will you be shipping it internationally?? ❤❤❤
+Nikki Miave yup! International shipping :)
+Making it happen Vlog awesome man. I'm sure I'll be back soon. Spending some time at home to catch up on work in the meantime. Safe travels!
I've been fortunate in my life, but the one thing that hits home often is one night I went to bed as a 23 year old and when I woke up I was 54. It happens that quickly. Sure you have to make sensible choices in life, but remember it's only the one life you have. Don't wait until you have money in the bank... Mainly because before you know it your knees hurt and you can't climb that mountain, or before cliff jumping you consider your bad back. That's not doom and gloom, just the way life is.
Make sensible choices, work hard, but above all... Grasp opportunity with both hands... I don't wish I was 23 again but I do wish I'd known at 23 what I know now.
I went to bed as a 58 year old the day I retired, and woke up in my mid 30s ! ie, with enough sense not to do the stupid stuff from my 20s but not the work stress any more. Now I'm living in SEA, travelling and enjoying life !
Dude I couldn't agree with you more, being 50 now, I ask where did the time go. There was always a tomorrow. I thinks its great that these young people are doing what they enjoy. They actually inspire me. Many people like to knock the younger generation. I've yet to meet anyone who on their death bed says I wish I had spent more time at work. I too do not wish to be 23 again those years between then and now have taught me much. That said you're only as old as you act. I'll soon be entering another stage in my life and would love to start something else. Maybe there's an interest for retired travel vlogers.
Keep up the great work and keep pursuing your dreams. If you're in the Toronto give me a call love to meet you and take you for dinner.
Now thats what I'm planning.
I'm sure there is, there are enough silver surfers our there that would enjoy a travel vlog from an older person... I'd keep off the skateboards though
Carpe diem
Nailed it man. F**k the haters! Like you said in a past video "If you're not getting hate then you're probably doing something wrong". Keep killing it Christian! Been subscribed to you since 25,000 and your growth is astounding. Inspirational.
Cheers dude! Appreciate the incredible support
The haters are just jealous because you get to travel all the time
TheLankyPilot They only hate because they have such a sorry ass life don't waste your time on them 😖
I love what you said...not IF you can do it but rather HOW you can do it. That is EXACTLY the right question. Most people think the dream or goal is too big so they don't even try. Anyone who wants to follow a dream just needs to take baby steps. One foot in front of the other. Research. Make a plan. Execute. Make mistakes. Learn by correcting mistakes...try again. NEVER give up :) Best wishes to you both. Hugs Melody
Well you've inspired me to become a travel vlogger, I'm taking a gap year to south east asia next year!! Thanks Christian!!
The haters are nothing more than jealous. Jealousy is an ugly animal, pay them no mind. You're doing such an awesome job with the vlog and I look forward to seeing where you're going next. Kudos to y'all for living your dreams and doing what others are afraid to do.
I love you Christian and Laura, keep doing what you love. You are such an inspiration.. Whenever I introduce your vlogs to my family and my friends, the response was always positive and at the end of the day they become subscribers. Keep on!
This is so inspiring I love it. For a long time I've been trying to follow through with a job that my parents want me to do and something with "job security" but following your passion is just so much more fun, even if it is a little risky
Dude and now you have 358k! your channel is EXPLODINGGG! I think your honestly becoming my favorite vlogger, Before it was FunForLouis but im starting to dig yours more. Im currently in Rio and have been filming a lot, cant wait to get back home and edit it all, This is going to be my first taste of adding real travel vlogs to my channel which is one of the things you and a few other vloggers have inspired me to do. Thanks and dont stop!
Great video, I agree and can relate 100%! Congrats on the success.
I am so glad you made this video. People need to be aware of how hard you worked to get to where you are. I've been watching your videos since you had around 15-20,000 subscribers and it's been so amazing to watch your channel grow. Keep up the great work and the amazing videos!
So true Christian LeBlanc. People get jealous of me assuming that I might've won the lottery, because I travel twice a year. But the difference with me and those people are I don't smoke, I don't go out drinking or gambling every night, I make my own lunch and dinner, I own my car instead of having a car payment, etc. So many people are ignorant and see it like I have such an easy life, where I had to budget so hard. Very good words.
Gordon French wise words and very true, good on you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
annseren so true. People are just ignorant
Literally your videos like this inspire more than anything else, and I can't thank you enough for the positive outlook you've given me, I'm going to go after my dreams this year even if no one believes in what I'm doing or if it gets ugly, I'm going to turn my life into doing what I love
+LifeofFallon 🙏🏼 positivity is the only choice :)
Never say, "I can't afford it", always ask the question, "How can I afford it?" - Rich Dad, Poor Dad.
I came across your VLOG a view days ago. I am approaching 50 years old and I have been considering making the jump to a life that is not the norm. You have impassioned a generation of living their best life, and now you've motivated me too. Keep doing what you do.
Good for you! 100% agree to pursue your passion. You are on the right path!
Dude I say good on you for doing what you want to do and working hard to get there. If you can travel and explore through your hard work then do it. Your videos are great. Keep up the excellent stuff. Safe travels and awesome t-shirt ✌🏻
You are a great example for our young people! Thank you for your honesty and candid message to young people!
Bless you! Following the same path and I don't think the hate is just on UA-cam. Even offline people don't want to believe this life is possible. They're too scared to give up their securities and you present them with this great life that they will not be able to attain because being too scared. It pisses people off and they want to put you down for making them feel bad (while they're actually making themselves feel bad, it has nothing to do with you). Cheers to your road to a million subscribers and doing what you love!
Love this. Love the message. Love the real behind-the-scenes story. Love the encouragement to others, actually ALL OF US. Love what you represent and signify. Thank you for doing this.
+ST Estrella Thanks! Glad you like it. :)
I am kind of proud of you , I watched you nearly from your beginning and your camera use and everything is so much improved. Good job and haters gonna hate
I'm actually an old man, really old. I think you have guts and determination. Power to you. My skills are photography, still and moving image. Cutting edge. Sing out when passing through Sydney, we chat. Happy new year.
Love this video. You should def. be proud of the hard work you have put into your life. I hope you keep growing and sharing your dream with others. You and your lady are truly amazing. Merry Christmas and a very happy New Years.
your an inspiration Man ! hard work /success you get it.great stuff
I know this is an old video but this was really inspiring. I'm trying to get started with youtube for my own career dreams and all the behind the scenes hard work you put in was something I needed to hear. Thanks man, recently subscribed last few days.
I've always seen real passion in ur videos. Keep it up 🙏🏻
Merry christmas!
Best thing to do is simply ignore the haters. If that's what they want to spend their valuable time/energy on rather than something worthwhile then that's their problem to deal with. Another great video for me. Been following #teamgetlost since 48k. In fact, because of you I'm taking the leap and have booked a one way ticket to Bangkok and will be travelling for 6 months (budget dependent). Just wanted to say keep up the great work and I hope you and Laura have a great Christmas and an awesome 2017!
Great advice! Keep going, I love your content. Because of you I'm going to the Philippines next year. Thank you. ❤
The reason I watch your videos is because you're so casual and honest! Keep it up, you're an inspiration to so many! Especially those aspiring travellers. Thank you for what you do.
Don't listen to these fools. Haters believe your life isn't possibly so they immediately try to discredit their lack of adventure by saying that you haven't had to work for your life. Everything is possible until you make up excuses as to why you can't do it.
Create Imperfect love the way you reason....great mind
Thanks for being so transparent in your journey. As someone who is graduating college this spring, I took so many notes for myself. Thanks for choosing yourself and giving me inspiration and confidence to try and strike it out on my own after college.
Jeezus Christian this is sooo insaneee, you're growing so much!
who gon stop me now
man i have been feeling constricted and been dreaming to jump in to the deep for these past few years and seeing inspiring ppl like you on youtube makes me want to chase it even more, so fuck the haters and live life and never regret anything just go for it, thats what i am going to do, thanks for the inspiration.and merry x mas.
"I'm not a businessman, I'm a business, man!" - Jay Z
Keep up the great work Christian!
Bro... I can't even begin to tell you how inspirational your story is. I'm beginning a similar journey myself, although I'm not chasing the same path, I'm both scared and excited to spend my time doing something I'm passionate about instead of spending the rest of my life in the rat race living the life of a miserable, unhappy person, doing something I hate.
I'm a photographer. I've worked in IT, debt collecting, insurance, finance, retail, etc. I've done it all, and I've always hated working for other people. I've been working a retail job for the last 7 or 8 years after getting myself into some trouble. Initially it was the means to an end in getting my fines paid back, and then I started to realize that I was trapped in my job. Halfway through that, I was gifted a GoPro for Christmas and thought I wanted to pursue videography/film making--which eventually led to my rediscovering how much I love photography and getting my first DSLR. I was getting less and less hours at my day job and picking up as much photography work as I could to supplement my income, and finally I realized that I could actually make good money behind the camera. They've continued to cut my hours to where there would be some weeks where I wouldn't be on the schedule at all, or maybe I'd get 10-15 hours. Well, about a month ago I got a letter saying they were no longer going to provide health insurance to me because my average hours fell below 25 hours per week, and I realized that was why they had been cutting my hours to begin with. Really shitty! Do you think this is the kick in the ass that I needed to take the plunge and risk of pursuing photography full time?
Haters gonna hate... you have inspired many, keep up the great work buddy!
i absolutely love your videos! it has become truly one of my number one hobbies since approximately one year ago, when you still hadnt announced your full commitment to youtube! and just wanted to let you know that this isnt coming from another person who wants to become a youtubber/vlogger just like you, but from someone who has complete different passions and objectives but is still hooked on your videos because theyre entertaining, inspiring, positive, fun and intriguing! congrats to you and laura for almost reaching 200,000 subs!!!
still watching your videos on a daily basis for one year now, keep it up!
I love watching your videos it's keeps me motivated to work 75 hours a week to save for my trip.
Your hardwork shows. You get what you work for and you guys deserve every bit of it.
You made a very good point about priorities. I once had a discussion with a friend who called me "privileged" for being able to travel to Australia and NZ on a working holiday visa. I started working when I was twelve and saved all my money for that trip. She, at 21, had never worked a single day in her life and stated she would attend TWO concerts that very weekend. Different priorities.
Also, no one believes me when I say I paid for the entire trip myself, including flights. It was a working holiday visa, obviously I was working there as well. They only get to see the pretty pictures.
+bunny m that's exactly it. I use my money to see beautiful places 🌴
Been following and watching your videos since way back when you just started. You are such an inspiration. I saw how your videos got better each time and I've got thus special connection with your channel. Gonna be part of your squad and buy your apparel! Keep it up!
Your finances have never been any of my damn business. My finances have never been any of your business. You're lucky and I'll admit to some jealousy, but the jealousy is my problem and I realize that. We all have to play with the hands we're dealt and make the most of them. To hell with anyone that begrudges you enjoying life.
There's an idiot, (oh, wait, that would be me,) in Texas cheering you on. People that are jealous and scream that you haven't earned it can put their complaint into a suppository configuration. Stay lost, I'm loving every minute of it.
+Wrench245 appreciate that buddy. Appreciate every little bit of it! 😜
Wrench245 i agree my savings at 35 after working 11 years in fashion is only double to what you had starting out in Thailand however jealous I am at your moderate privilege I do believe your mindset is probably worth more to your success than your “fallback”. Privilege can get you so far but hustle is what makes you. You may have had a better start out than most but I appreciate your hardwork.
Man, I've been following your channel for awhile and I just seeing a big evolution...quality, content, motivation and encouragement, following your dreams and passion!! I just wanna say congrats, you've been doing a great thing and I'm sure many people here thinks at the same way!!
15 Months. I'll be quitting. Thanks for the motivation. You encouraged me to pursue my Own Artistic Dreams again. I just need a travel mate to accommodate to enjoy it with. Taking applications. LOL.
My first epic Journey will take me across the USA again, which was what I attempted 10 years ago, which I'll insert little snip-its into the series, with which I will meet my 15+ siblings and mom whom I've never met. I'll end in SF or Hawaii, depending on how it develops. Not to mention a Secret Movie I'll be shooting for the book I'm writing now. I wish you could be apart of it (Equal shares.) So, that's out there now. If anything I appreciate all the motivation you've given me indirectly. Can't wait to #getlost myself. Thanks for the #positiveattitude. Stay up.
*Can't wait to get the Stickers. It's Going on my Scooter. I'm sure it'll get some glances across the US, lol. I'll be shouting out when I get back to a scheduled upload again. -Cheers.
It's been 3 years. How did it go?
Keep doing what you're doing man! Your videos are great, life is short, so enjoy it, live it. Just like you are! Merry Christmas.
you go glen coco!! coolest shirts around
Laura Reid where are you now?? Its ester where are you??
Ahhh you are so insperational!! Love your work man. Definitley time to start hustling. I Can't wait to be living this dream when I head off to SEA in September. 🙌
sad you had to explain yourself...but Good for you for sharing your process and how hard you work. you may just inspire someone else!!!
Too Late. Lol!
Hey, I have been following you for some time and I truly enjoy your content. I dont understand the haters, I guess jealousy is the drive for all of them. Love the way you approach life and the humor too. You inspire people to follow their dream which is very important. Keep up the good work - it is very appreciated.
Good luck with your new line of merchandise!
F*ck the haters bro... they are just jealous of you and your love for living!
Coming from an older 49 year father of three grandfather of 4 you are an inspiration not just to travel but to realise your dreams and work hard to make them happen, there will always be haters. Let them waste there time and energy on hating instead of going out there and grabbing life by the balls and living it. Looking forward to getting lost soon x
Because of you, Nadeshot, Cassie Neistat, iJustine, and many others....I have now decided that I want to give UA-cam a try! Not just for the money....but for the love of recording memories and sharing it with others!!
Yes, it's an amazing adventure. To build something on your own and watch it grow. Now I'm vloggin from Japan and often from North Korea. Being a UA-camr is so much fun adn gives me more satisfaction than my full-time job.
Pozdro z KRLD
north korea!??!?!
DVSM yeah, sure! I go there often and organize trips. I vlog mostly in Polish and Japanese, but some videos have English subtitles.
You are awesome! No matter what you do in life, some people will try to put a negative spin on it. As a travel lover(just as a hobby as I'm a lawyer), I have been following your great channel and getting so much out of it. Keep on doing this and showing us the best what this vast world has to offer. I find very refreshing and extremely professional the way you portrait it all. Btw, your response to the negativity comments was very classy, yet powerful. You and Lauren are my favorite Vblogers!
Thank you
Best channel on UA-cam. You've reset the standard for travel vlogs
Proud to be a subscriber since 40k+ subs!!! Felt like i'm part of the successsss! Im so happy for you Christian! Merry Christmas 🎄🏡🎅🏼❄️☃️💚
Appreciate you! Merry Christmas :)
U have haters ???? What?????? How can anyone hate you!! Ur awesome !!!! Everyone loves you ❤️
I'm a young entrepreneur as well so I definitely understand having to deal with the H.A.T.E.R.S (having. anger. towards. everyone. reaching. success.). Nothing but respect for you chasing your dreams and doing what makes you happy! Your videos are unreal!
I'm an accountant and 23 myself. Thank you for this inspirational video. Someday soon, i hopefully can follow my passion too.
+Janne A stoked to have you on the channel Janne :)
pinoy???
ahahaha! found you her. Christian responded back. We'll have more travel goals to do :)
I've seen a few dealing with hate videos, and I've always thought they weren't really necessary, but I'm glad you took the time to really address everything in a positive light. loving the Estonia videos :)
Dude I hope you do another "advice giveaway" someday... I'd learn so so much from a little chat about the social media business world I think.
And I fully agree with your ending point about life being too short. That's exactly what I try to live by and try to communicate to people around me when they're risking to get pulled into a form of negativity. ^^
Great video, and don't mind the negative responses you get in a personal way. They just have to do some more research or check out your (and others') career path with this whole thing to start understanding it. :)
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agreed
still easier for someone from the western world to break through and make it sustainable in something like this though
might be true, but nothing is impossible if you just set your mind to it
I think it is wonderful what you are doing!! I see this more & more in your generation, driven, work smarter not harder, lots of positivity!! Love it!! with all this passion it will make the world a better place!! I follow Laura, Josh, Cody & many others because of how passionate you all are!!
okay. I'm making an I Quit video : )
I Quit 2 or I Quit too ;)
Defs do it!
You need to ignore All the Dumb ass Haters People on the Mean Comment ? just Don't listen to Them because They are jealous because you had a lot subscriber and they have Small UA-camr out there
I was going to consult you for a title because I can't think of any better one than yours.... : D MISS YOU AND LAURA SO MUCH! We're about to have a fat reunion when Wil is out.
Yess get that kid out of there !!! So down. The second he's out we meetupp
Haters are gonna hate, never let it get to you! Keep on pushing out amazing content. You're definitely one of my motivations to travel and vlog!
What is this HATE for rice and chicken??? My passion is to eat rice and chicken 24/7, i might start a youtube channel about eating rice&chicken in thailand!!! I'm going in january , for 4 months. :P I will eat so much riceandchicken!!!
tblb1 try massaman curry.. you won't be disappointed. its rice and chicken with potatoes and onions. best thai dish ever!
amazing to see people following their passions! lead with positivity and trust your intuition, and things will only get better!
haters goona hate man..thats what they do..keep proving them wrong
niyas kn Prove them wrong and hopefully educate and change their thinking 👐🏼
Excellent! Bravo for what you do! I'm 40 & set out on my sailboat at 21. Traveled for a couple years & wished I'd continued on! You're an inspiration to a sedentary bunch of kids these days. Love your story & am inspired by it & your videos!
Great video from one landscaper to a former landscaper keep grinding
How great would a daily landscaper vlog be?! Hmmm You just need an editor to keep it all together after you shoot in your daily life. I, personally, have too much going on to do it for free, but I'm sure you can find someone in your personal life to help to get you started. I think time lapse video of your progress might be awesome to watch too during your day. Cut's to challenges and interesting back story or ideas. Damn, I should be a creative director or something. Just full of these ideas. lol. Go Ryan!
Kasper James hahaha all good ideas but yes running a business is challenging enough haha
Ryans LawnCare landscaper here to! Thanks to lost for motivation I'm currently traveling Thailand with money saved over the last year!
amazing video. very inspirational
I can really respect you. I love your story and what you did is incredibly brave. Not only is it brave, it is kind of crazy. But that kind of crazy got you here today. I like seeing your videos and keep up the good work!!!
DUDEEEE APPAREL!!!!!!!! SOO AWESOME!!!!
You're getting me so inspired that it's making me nervous😆 I just came across your videos yesterday and I'm really enjoying them all!
I support you 100% man. This is why I started vlogging and going on my own adventures. Unfortunately, it's been a year and I'm barely over 100 subscribers hahaha. But that's not going to stop me :)
+tomwtri take a chance and see where it takes you. ;)
Thank you for the continuous support. I really appreciate that. :)
Will do :) Thanks for everything that you do!
man, I've always liked your videos, but this one definitely made me respect you a lot more. I'm about to start my journey on Feb. 1, and I just got my first sponsor yesterday. Videos like yours are necessary in letting people know that it is within reach, and this is one of the more genuine videos on the subject I've seen. Keep it up, and I hope to see you in my travels.
ur so inspiring dude
Cheers man. Just sharing my what anyone can do when they find their passion :)
Really hard to hate this guy. Down to Earth, honest and says dollar amount versus saying general amount is really revealing. appreciate for being open and upfront in this video, it really showed through
I'm so gonna get one, not gonna miss being one of the #LostSquad
Muhammad Syahmi #teamgetlost 🙌🏼
Lost LeBlanc yes definitely #teamgetlost, why would I make a new one 😂 Keep inspiring Christian! I'm looking forward to meet you one day!
Nicely said, and great job on what you have done for yourself and for your own life. Getting out there and seeing the world, is more enriching than sitting behind a desk.
good video keep up the good work
Don't ever stop making videos! You and Laura have inspired me to travel the right and smart way.
Wait, you have haters? Lol
I don't even get why people love to hate on almost anything.
haha ;)
Good to hear some of the background of how all of this came about... Hopefully it'll help to reduce some of the negativity. It takes a lot of courage to do what you've done, the majority of us are too 'comfortable' doing what we're doing. You've worked hard and now you're reaping the rewards....Life is indeed very short, make the most of doing what you love. Merry Christmas to you both and your families from the UK
Dude you are the man. I look up to you so much. I am a 26 year old stuck in the rat race myself. I am still trying to figure out how to get out! Oh by the way, my wife and I are going to South East Asia in March! Your videos have been a huge inspiration. I can't wait to visit some of the places you vlog about. Oh, and about the comment that not all people can be travel vloggers. That is true about any profession. Our society needs a wide range of professionals to function properly. I truly believe that you and other travel vloggers provide an impactful product that makes people comfortable about the destinations they plan to visit. I myself feel much more knowledgeable and familiar with destinations in SEA because of your work, so thank you! I can't wait to meet you in person one day and chat some more. Hopefully you aren't too famous by then and you will still have a minute or two to speak with me.
you're an inspiration... you don't go along with the everyday mold tat you have you to graduate and get a job. You did what you totally wanted to do and thats awesome!
Hey Christian, I appreciate the transparency although I had no doubt that you've been working your butt off to get everything you've earned. I've watched you grow so much and it's amazing how far you've been man. Also, yay for Lost merchandise! Gonna order some t-shirts. #teamGetLost
Christian, you are an awesome UA-camr! I am glad that you are doing what you enjoy doing! Too many haters on this planet! You are such a down to earth young man that was brought up to be who you are! You are selfless.! Nothing wrong doing what you love! Don't let these haters get you down! Keep up the great work! PS...i already purchased a shirt from your "Lost Apparel".
Thanks for all your hard work! Your vlogs are awesome!!
P.S. also a free stickers!!
you are such a sweet guy. I'm in love with your videos! My husband and I are visiting the Philippines in July this year and your videos will help a lot! Good job on the vlogging, editing, marketing, and taking care of yourself while abroad.
Your videos are inspiring! I made a comment on your i QUIT video when I first saw it a few months ago and yes, I did get negative comments on that. It bothered me a little bit at first but then I realized that they are closed minded people, just like what you said. We can never control other people's thoughts and actions but we can control how we will take negativities. Your passion inspired a lot of people and despite those negativities, you still share your success to other. With that, there are more people who love and support you than those.... Yeah, nevermind them!
Christian I have to say I think I commented this on that particular vlog and it was what grabbed my attention. YOU are amazing!! The amazing part is that you have figured out what takes many of us too long to figure out. I can't imagine how proud your parents are of you, you are an industrious and hard working young man that is chasing his passion and dreams. Fallow your heart and you will never be led astray. You handle the nay sayers in such a positive way, don't let anyone bring you down. I wish for you and Laura all the best and me and my 11 year old son (who now watches your vlogs with me) will be rooting you on. Maybe we"ll even run into one another on our adventures. Take care of each other and enjoy your journeys together.
Awesome message Christian!! Hopefully people watch this with an open mind and cure their ignorance.
Keep up the inspiring work. You deserve your success.
Great outlook. I am in a situation very similar to what you're describing, working a job I couldn't care less about and trying to figure out the next step. Im glad you were able to find something you love and pursue it. Love the content. (my first comment on youtube btw)
This was super inspiring. Thanks for taking the time to share, and congrats on going full-time w/ UA-cam!
All I have is Admiration for what you have done and will do, you are hard working young man..
don't worry about the haters!!! do what you love and keep on going!!! I used your videos as a guide so when I get to those places I know where to go
I really like your mindset! So inspiring! I wish you luck with all that you do. You deserve it!
Merry Christmas to ya. Feels good to see people persuing their dreams. Keep up the great work.
I can't begin to imagine the excitement experienced watching something you've worked so hard on for so long grow and blow up like that. Hard work really does pay off. 363k now and still growing!
I think you popped up on the trending or recommended tab. It was the iquit video and i subbed. Keep up the good work man. Its hilarious the random little edits and animal commentary you put in your stuff. Especially the gta wasted nut shot lmao
We have planned a lot of our Philippines trip from your old informative videos (my personal favourite type of content from yourself ) and have been a fan ever since.
With yourself Casey and Ben Brown we have been motivated to make our own travel videos and have been living the dream in Australia for the last couple of months now I also quit my rat race job and have never been happier, keep up the good work and i hope to meet you guys somewhere in the world someday.
This video was so straightforward! I love the part where you tell us how you worked your behind off at bestbuy and at other businesses to save up money to book that one way ticket to Bangkok. Currently a server and a lyft driver. I just graduated with a degree in broadcast journalism and really didn't feel like I belong in the corporate world. Now, I'm saving up to buy film equipment and start up my website. I'll be moving to Vietnam this November to produce short documentaries about people's daily lives over there. I'm going to be teaching English on the side but I hope I can built up a business that can earn a modest income like yours. I get so much inspiration and knowledge from your videos. And I hope maybe one day we can meet up somewhere in Southeast Asia! Much love! -Kenny Nguyen