Great video I liked how honest you were, I’m not a nomad but I like to travel. I do it to escape normal life back in Australia. I do it because it makes me happy and I’m away from every day work life.
You seems to be fantastic and honest person. I would love to get in touch one day and share some thoughts and experiences. Thank you for this video - it gives a lot of hope to introverts like myself
Thank you so much! I appreciate it :D Introverts for the win haha. I actually think, in many ways, it's easier for us. Because we are happy being alone.
@@trippinwitgeorge "happy being alone"-that's exactly the point: "alone," not "lonely." Introverts need more space to explore their internal world. Carl Jung had insightful thoughts on Intuitive Introvert types-those unique individuals who see the world differently and often struggle to fit into so-called "norms." That's why they feel like they need to keep moving forward. Your videos help many struggling introverts understand this phenomenon. I think it's fantastic that you've set up a community for like-minded people. And I'm not saying this in any narcissistic or egotistic way. It's perfectly fine to know that you need something different and simply set yourself up to pursue it.
hahaha I love that, thank you! Sorry if some of the old ones suck hahaha. I love the distinction between being alone and lonely. I think you've hit the nail on your head. I appreciate you watching, and really glad you enjoyed the video! 😃
That is definitely true. There is definitely a reduced underlying sense of anxiety that seems to permeate every waking moment...when you know your general cost of living is extremely low. Thanks for watching man!
I became a digital nomad 19 years ago. It has been the most transformative experience of my life. After traveling around Europe for a few years (a bit boring) I went to Dumaguete in the Philippines and have been within 500km of Dumaguete ever since - currently on Malapascua island. I don't know what makes you happy but for me it's definitely the local people and I aspire to be treated as an equal in all respects. I would certainly never stay in a hotel and shut myself off from the world and I generally find that just taking random routes out of a city until I feel a good vibe is the best place to ask for somewhere to stay etc. For me that's well into the provinces. It's impossible to be lonely when you're living among the locals.
Im starting to see more of these videos actually. Appreciate the honest perspective. For me, after being a DN for the last 6 years I can honestly say that the only people that make it are true introverts. I don't like being around people. I don't like crowds I don't like clubs. Most days I just sit working with my laptop and I am completely content. However if you need that type of connection then this lifestyle probably isn't for you. Cool video.
Thank you man! I agree. Luckily I'm a huge introvert. Seeing a friend or two, every few weeks, really is all the social interaction I need. I think keeping up the digital connection with those back home can also plug a big hole. Thanks for watching dude!
I did it temporarily when I hit a low point last year, staying in SEA and China for four months. I didn't plan on coming back to the UK, but I did due to a lack of funds and a newfound sense of joy for life. Every waking moment of my life now that I'm back in the UK is dedicated to enjoying and exploring more of the world by starting an online business to support me. The point is, if you're like me - especially if you want to do this full-time - you have to find a partner or a group of friends who want to do the same things as you and who you can travel with. You have to keep moving, whether that's setting new goals, achieving new milestones, or progressing in your life the best way you possibly can. The same applies to being "at home"; you just need to apply it to travelling. If you're going to make travelling your new life, you have to make that life, well, a life. Remember, you shouldn't be doing it to escape your current life; you should be doing it to make it your new life. That means working just as hard as you did back home.
Some extremely wide words there! Really happy to hear you're enjoying life and working on something that motivates you! I completely agree, the phrase "if you're not growing, you're dying" comes to mind. I was lucky enough meet a partner who likes and can travel, and I think for a lot of people they create a life where they can travel, but then get chained down due to the decisions other people have made for their life...which can be tough. "You have to make that life, well, a life". Powerful. Thanks for watching!
I love this honest video. I am a proud Londoner and I don't think being a digital nomad is for me (yet!), but I want to take a career break to travel and focus on creative things like song-writing and work on a book. I totally think that many people travel to try and get away from their problems. I am thinking about visiting Cambodia then staying on Koh Phangan, would you say that is a good place to stay for bit? It seems to have an open mic scene as well as great scenery, but what puts me off about the Thai islands is that it is full of westerners and developed like a theme park; the true Thai culture seems to be hard to find there -am I wrong?
Thanks for watching! Koh Phangan is a really nice island for sure. And I defo think getting out of London helps with creativity, and Phangan would be great for that! I do think so much of Thailand is commercialised. I'd say, if you want peace, maybe think about going to some of the lesser known islands, instead of the more commercial ones. But there is lots of authentic Thai culture around for sure. For me, I love Bangkok, and the islands on the East side :)
I was over there for seven months. I loved every minute of it. The only thing that brought me back was a lack of funds. The time I spent over there, enabled me to get fit, build up my physique at the local gym, or I drove around, tried to pick up some languages, went on a few dates. It got me through a nasty cold winter here, in which built confidence up to the point i was able to have the courage to apply to go to college and then university. I agree, it's not for everybody but you really need to have some activities and projects to keep you busy. Otherwise you will get lonely, you will revert to your old habits. I would be happy to debate/discuss this with you with you further. You seem a decent guy. I admire your courage. Create an Instagram or something.
Thank you so much man, and glad you had a good time in Thailand! It's so good for getting healthy, eating right, hitting the gym, etc. Compared to a 6-month stint of cold in the UK it is heaven. Good luck dude!
Great video providing your perspective and some important points that people don’t consider. I’m 3 years in to my travel journey also from the UK. Lived in Thailand for 18 months then travelled Asia for 12 months and now a few months into a 1 year stint around South and Central America. Specifically to the log stay in Thailand I agree that connections can be difficult and finding the right kind of company be it fellow expat friends or locals is key. The trade-off from family and loved ones for the experience of new places is not something that will sit well with everyone so it was great to highlight that. Personally I loved living in Thailand and saw the benefits of staying somewhere long term over what I currently do changing countries on a monthly basis. Always remember though we are incredibly lucky to even have these type of problems. Wish you all the best bud.
Thank you man! Hope you're enjoying your travels man. Yeah for me I've tried the moving about regularly, and whilst I did find that the travel bred creativity, I also found that routine bred productivity, and I am a stickler for routine. And these are certainly "caviar problems" we're talking about for sure. So glad this resonated man and appreciate you watching and for the feedback. Happy travels!
Lot of truth in this. The only way I've found is to focus on cash flow rather than say a specified end amount, only as wealth can take time to accumulate. But if you had that mil, you could put it to work for you, rather than you work for it. Thanks for watching!
Yeahh I found it's fun at first, then can be very depressing, and then you break out of the slump and it's great again. I think a lot of people sometimes give in too early when things can feel rough, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
You become a version of the 5 people you spend the most time with. I got this problem sorted. I mostly surround myself with me. Signed up for the newsletter George but your asking us to do a lot from one vid. ✌
Haha I love that man. I often find we just become reactive to everyone around us, so when you're alone, your truer nature will come out. And thanks so much for the feedback on the newsletter dude - super useful feedback! Appreciate it.
@ people don’t talk about the psychology of relocation enough! I’m currently in the UK and planning a move to Thailand in November 🙏 just got my DTV Visa. Flying out in March to get some prep work in 😁
Eyyyy nice haha!! It's honestly such a good book. Life changing! The tactics are somewhat outdated but the overall premise is just brilliant. I hope you enjoy it!
@@trippinwitgeorge it’s definitely a good book for sure! We just have to analyse it in a prospective that meet our goals and expectations. I am reading the “psychology of money” right now and I love it!
Makes video called "Becoming a Digital Nomad Won't Make You Happy" in the same video offers a newsletter which he advertises by saying "make money online, be happier, travel the world doing what you love." Complete contradiction lmao.
So, the premise is that travelling can make your life better in many ways, but it won't solve your problems. The problems that, perhaps, were a motivating factor to travel/get away in the first place. And that ultimately the freedom comes from choice (which can be the choice not to travel, too), and in my opinion the thing that'll sustain that happiness is the work towards a meanwhile goal. Thanks for watching!
@@wyeyern then title it "good and bad sides of digital nomads" the title is misleading and sounds doom and gloom and sounds basically like "dont be a digital nomad". Anyway it gets the clicks and i understand but these videos are overdone by a lot of nomads
Damn bro you torturing yourself overthinking your mind is like an alien here youre missin out on the good stuff. Im from england too not much older than u been here since 2004 never known a farang the whole time if u wanna be at peace here u gotta cut all that farang stuff off, none of its helpful or worth it, one or another gotta be home if u dont want torn feeling. If ur still lonely hit me up im in bkk i never get a chance to speak english.
Just wanted to make this to see if it helps anyone out there. Does any of this map onto your life's experiences? I'd love to know.
Great video I liked how honest you were, I’m not a nomad but I like to travel. I do it to escape normal life back in Australia. I do it because it makes me happy and I’m away from every day work life.
Thanks so much! I think a lot of us try to escape the mundanity that can sometimes creep in. I appreciate you watching!
Awsome vlog mate this is gold info and I,m in let’s go
eyy thanks so much man, appreciate it!!
You seems to be fantastic and honest person. I would love to get in touch one day and share some thoughts and experiences. Thank you for this video - it gives a lot of hope to introverts like myself
Thank you so much! I appreciate it :D Introverts for the win haha. I actually think, in many ways, it's easier for us. Because we are happy being alone.
@@trippinwitgeorge "happy being alone"-that's exactly the point: "alone," not "lonely." Introverts need more space to explore their internal world. Carl Jung had insightful thoughts on Intuitive Introvert types-those unique individuals who see the world differently and often struggle to fit into so-called "norms." That's why they feel like they need to keep moving forward. Your videos help many struggling introverts understand this phenomenon. I think it's fantastic that you've set up a community for like-minded people. And I'm not saying this in any narcissistic or egotistic way. It's perfectly fine to know that you need something different and simply set yourself up to pursue it.
Btw. I just stumpled upon your channel. Now I'm finding myself binge-watching it till the last video😅 Grat job man!
hahaha I love that, thank you! Sorry if some of the old ones suck hahaha. I love the distinction between being alone and lonely. I think you've hit the nail on your head. I appreciate you watching, and really glad you enjoyed the video! 😃
Won't directly make you happy, but reduced financial stress will make you much less unhappy.
That is definitely true. There is definitely a reduced underlying sense of anxiety that seems to permeate every waking moment...when you know your general cost of living is extremely low. Thanks for watching man!
I became a digital nomad 19 years ago. It has been the most transformative experience of my life. After traveling around Europe for a few years (a bit boring) I went to Dumaguete in the Philippines and have been within 500km of Dumaguete ever since - currently on Malapascua island.
I don't know what makes you happy but for me it's definitely the local people and I aspire to be treated as an equal in all respects. I would certainly never stay in a hotel and shut myself off from the world and I generally find that just taking random routes out of a city until I feel a good vibe is the best place to ask for somewhere to stay etc. For me that's well into the provinces. It's impossible to be lonely when you're living among the locals.
Some great advice here!! I love exploring a little backstreet and just seeing what jumps out at me :) Thanks for watching!
Im starting to see more of these videos actually. Appreciate the honest perspective. For me, after being a DN for the last 6 years I can honestly say that the only people that make it are true introverts. I don't like being around people. I don't like crowds I don't like clubs. Most days I just sit working with my laptop and I am completely content. However if you need that type of connection then this lifestyle probably isn't for you. Cool video.
Thank you man! I agree. Luckily I'm a huge introvert. Seeing a friend or two, every few weeks, really is all the social interaction I need. I think keeping up the digital connection with those back home can also plug a big hole. Thanks for watching dude!
I did it temporarily when I hit a low point last year, staying in SEA and China for four months. I didn't plan on coming back to the UK, but I did due to a lack of funds and a newfound sense of joy for life. Every waking moment of my life now that I'm back in the UK is dedicated to enjoying and exploring more of the world by starting an online business to support me.
The point is, if you're like me - especially if you want to do this full-time - you have to find a partner or a group of friends who want to do the same things as you and who you can travel with. You have to keep moving, whether that's setting new goals, achieving new milestones, or progressing in your life the best way you possibly can. The same applies to being "at home"; you just need to apply it to travelling.
If you're going to make travelling your new life, you have to make that life, well, a life. Remember, you shouldn't be doing it to escape your current life; you should be doing it to make it your new life. That means working just as hard as you did back home.
Some extremely wide words there! Really happy to hear you're enjoying life and working on something that motivates you! I completely agree, the phrase "if you're not growing, you're dying" comes to mind. I was lucky enough meet a partner who likes and can travel, and I think for a lot of people they create a life where they can travel, but then get chained down due to the decisions other people have made for their life...which can be tough. "You have to make that life, well, a life". Powerful. Thanks for watching!
I love this honest video. I am a proud Londoner and I don't think being a digital nomad is for me (yet!), but I want to take a career break to travel and focus on creative things like song-writing and work on a book. I totally think that many people travel to try and get away from their problems.
I am thinking about visiting Cambodia then staying on Koh Phangan, would you say that is a good place to stay for bit? It seems to have an open mic scene as well as great scenery, but what puts me off about the Thai islands is that it is full of westerners and developed like a theme park; the true Thai culture seems to be hard to find there -am I wrong?
Thanks for watching! Koh Phangan is a really nice island for sure. And I defo think getting out of London helps with creativity, and Phangan would be great for that! I do think so much of Thailand is commercialised. I'd say, if you want peace, maybe think about going to some of the lesser known islands, instead of the more commercial ones. But there is lots of authentic Thai culture around for sure. For me, I love Bangkok, and the islands on the East side :)
love this man, I have been nomading for 6 months and it’s easy to get lost on the travel dopamine
Cheers dude! It really is easy to get lost in it all. I hope you're enjoying your travels tho!
I was over there for seven months. I loved every minute of it. The only thing that brought me back was a lack of funds. The time I spent over there, enabled me to get fit, build up my physique at the local gym, or I drove around, tried to pick up some languages, went on a few dates. It got me through a nasty cold winter here, in which built confidence up to the point i was able to have the courage to apply to go to college and then university. I agree, it's not for everybody but you really need to have some activities and projects to keep you busy. Otherwise you will get lonely, you will revert to your old habits. I would be happy to debate/discuss this with you with you further. You seem a decent guy. I admire your courage. Create an Instagram or something.
Thank you so much man, and glad you had a good time in Thailand! It's so good for getting healthy, eating right, hitting the gym, etc. Compared to a 6-month stint of cold in the UK it is heaven. Good luck dude!
Great video providing your perspective and some important points that people don’t consider. I’m 3 years in to my travel journey also from the UK. Lived in Thailand for 18 months then travelled Asia for 12 months and now a few months into a 1 year stint around South and Central America. Specifically to the log stay in Thailand I agree that connections can be difficult and finding the right kind of company be it fellow expat friends or locals is key. The trade-off from family and loved ones for the experience of new places is not something that will sit well with everyone so it was great to highlight that. Personally I loved living in Thailand and saw the benefits of staying somewhere long term over what I currently do changing countries on a monthly basis. Always remember though we are incredibly lucky to even have these type of problems. Wish you all the best bud.
Thank you man! Hope you're enjoying your travels man. Yeah for me I've tried the moving about regularly, and whilst I did find that the travel bred creativity, I also found that routine bred productivity, and I am a stickler for routine. And these are certainly "caviar problems" we're talking about for sure. So glad this resonated man and appreciate you watching and for the feedback. Happy travels!
@@trippinwitgeorge "travel bred creativity, I also found that routine bred productivity" Perfect expression for people in our situation.
Wun hunna.
unless you have a few milllion in the bank you will never truly be free, thats the brutal reality of the modern world
Lot of truth in this. The only way I've found is to focus on cash flow rather than say a specified end amount, only as wealth can take time to accumulate. But if you had that mil, you could put it to work for you, rather than you work for it. Thanks for watching!
@@trippinwitgeorge exactly and with the other 2 million you can afford to do anything before you die living a humble life
Been doing this for 3 years, never been happier
Nice!
Go to bali its alot easier to meet ppl, the co work spaces are alot better than anywhere else
Just signed up, though had to use the QR code as the link is 404.
Ahh thanks for letting me know mate. And thanks for signing up!
It gets better over time.
Yeahh I found it's fun at first, then can be very depressing, and then you break out of the slump and it's great again. I think a lot of people sometimes give in too early when things can feel rough, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
You become a version of the 5 people you spend the most time with. I got this problem sorted. I mostly surround myself with me. Signed up for the newsletter George but your asking us to do a lot from one vid. ✌
Haha I love that man. I often find we just become reactive to everyone around us, so when you're alone, your truer nature will come out. And thanks so much for the feedback on the newsletter dude - super useful feedback! Appreciate it.
This should have a million views
Appreciate you man!
@ people don’t talk about the psychology of relocation enough! I’m currently in the UK and planning a move to Thailand in November 🙏 just got my DTV Visa. Flying out in March to get some prep work in 😁
This is another level
Appreciate that man!!
Dam, I just bought the 4 hour work week today as well haha
It’s a good book but sometimes they only portray what they want, therefore, it is very important to analyse in depth everything these books tell us.
Eyyyy nice haha!! It's honestly such a good book. Life changing! The tactics are somewhat outdated but the overall premise is just brilliant. I hope you enjoy it!
@@trippinwitgeorge it’s definitely a good book for sure! We just have to analyse it in a prospective that meet our goals and expectations.
I am reading the “psychology of money” right now and I love it!
Absolutely. And I've heard great things about that book!! I've never read it though. Should I add it to my "to-read" list?
@ Add it to the list! That’s the only way to keep ourselves a step ahead when it comes to self-development!
Makes video called "Becoming a Digital Nomad Won't Make You Happy" in the same video offers a newsletter which he advertises by saying "make money online, be happier, travel the world doing what you love." Complete contradiction lmao.
So, the premise is that travelling can make your life better in many ways, but it won't solve your problems. The problems that, perhaps, were a motivating factor to travel/get away in the first place. And that ultimately the freedom comes from choice (which can be the choice not to travel, too), and in my opinion the thing that'll sustain that happiness is the work towards a meanwhile goal. Thanks for watching!
He’s just giving both sides to the conversation and touching on the fact that it’s not all sunshine and rainbows.
Yupp 🙏 thanks!
@@wyeyern then title it "good and bad sides of digital nomads" the title is misleading and sounds doom and gloom and sounds basically like "dont be a digital nomad". Anyway it gets the clicks and i understand but these videos are overdone by a lot of nomads
I see this too with videos about japan "why you should never live in japan" wth tired of this.
A well balanced vlog George , you made great points nice one
Thank you so much mate! Appreciate you watching.
Damn bro you torturing yourself overthinking your mind is like an alien here youre missin out on the good stuff. Im from england too not much older than u been here since 2004 never known a farang the whole time if u wanna be at peace here u gotta cut all that farang stuff off, none of its helpful or worth it, one or another gotta be home if u dont want torn feeling. If ur still lonely hit me up im in bkk i never get a chance to speak english.
Thank you dude! I appreciate that! Yeah overthinking was a big thing when I first came here!