adjusting to being alone-i psyched myself out {part i}
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- Опубліковано 18 вер 2024
- crossing the country alone {part i}
🎶 SOME GOOD MUSIC 🎶
“Beast of Burden” - The Rolling Stones
“Stuck In The Middle With You” - Stealers Wheel
"Listen To The Music” - The Doobie Brothers
“Just What I Needed” - The Cars
"Can’t You See” - The Marshall Tucker Band
“Somebody to Love” - Queen
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Girl, you do it! Me, a lone female, now 67 (how did that happen?) had a 25‘ class C for 9 years. Travelled by may own many thousand miles, while still maintaining a house. Know about the fears, know about the anxieties, know about the relieve and happiness after going through these stressful moments, when arriving in a beautiful space!! Love you and your courage and bravery! Go on my dear friend!
52 here. I work as a cook.
But I applied for another job hopefully that will let me travel.
So much to see out there.
So little time...
What age do you folks advise people to
go/live on the road if they
can afford it?
Every situation in which you test yourself and your resolve, builds confidence. You really do have this Anna; keep being brave. 🌀💜🌿
You're an incredible story teller Anna.
thank you thank you ☺️ hopefully I just continue to improve as I continue to share more stories along the journey!
Yup.. unlike me. I just ramble lol
I agree!
@@annauncharted The bloopers are so nice ... Thanks for the laughter ...
I avoid freeways and interstates like the plague. The roads less traveled allow you to see and experience so much more. Huge thumbs up for making that decision. 👍🏻
You will be just fine! We did cross country from the Bay Area to upstate NY…in 15 days..took our time, did what we wanted when we wanted and stopped where we wanted! Don’t forget showers at any truck stop…IOWA has a huge one! As for being scared..don’t be..you’ve traveled to the unknown destinations before…same ole same ole! You’ve got this!
Decision anxiety/fatigue over where to go and where to sleep is one of the things making me nervous about moving into my van (still in the building stage). Thanks for sharing and for the reminder that those fears are not insurmountable 🙏🏻💕
Don’t worry you will do fine. It’s called “expanding your horizons”. Getting outta your “comfort zone”. There is a whole lotta world to see Anna, and you are just the girl to do it. We all need something to challenge us so enjoy it. You are lucky to be in a position to do it but please be safe. Oh and did you see what Ms. Taylor did to her overalls? 🦊🚗
Good on you for pushing through the discomfort and continuing on. I remember a few years ago flying from Australia to San Fran on my own and when I finally arrived, I had that same feeling. But I knew it would pass and it was likely jetlag and change etc. so slept it off and then had the time of my life. Never stop challenging yourself!
I just discovered your channel. You are so cute and crack me up. Thank you so much for this video. I needed to hear this. I am 52yo and going on 12 years again by myself and still am not adjusting to being alone. Lost everything in my life at this point accept my son but he is married and too busy. I have been contemplating vanlife and turning my life into an adventure like you. If I could figure out how to do it with no money I would be gone already but that is the huge obstacle for me. How do vanlifers make money??? Gas is not cheap.
You are strong for continuing on, always believe in yourself and find the magic in life in the slower and more ordinary part of life and often that can ground us as everything is within our minds how we project onto the things we experience. We definitely have more power than we often realize.
And as you said, you are considering starting vanlife and doing what you feel may be exciting for you. I would defintely say you could start cheaper - for example for myself I went with a Toyota sienna minivan so that even if I have less space I can have the reliability, stealth, and gas mileage of a smaller car. That allows me to be able to DoorDash (and other food delivery options) to make money without spending too much on gas and such - so I'd definitely consider looking into if perhaps a more minimal minivan type of arrangement could work for you. I'll probably put another vantour up at some point in the future of a more updated version of my car as boy, was I mistaken about the initial no-build "build" but leaving room to adjust and adapt to the changes life throws at us is the beauty of life. One thing I would say is definitely be aware that vanlife, like anything in life, is merely a vessel, and our true inner peace and contentment come from within our own minds - so if you look at it as merely a way to allow ourselves to get out there and not the answer to all of our problems as some often mistaken, you will find you can grow and gain so much from all the experiences that come to you, just by having an open heart and no expectations 💚💙❤️ I hope you are able to find something that works for you and know that as long as the internet and people exist, you are never truly alone 🦊🌈 have a blessed day!
@@AquariusCrystalwave thank you so much for all of your encouragement and tips. I really appreciate it. I will definitely note all that you have told me. Doordash....that sounds like a great tip. I believe labor ready also is a possibility as they pay the same day for doing work. Again, thank you so much.
@@pamjuliani9179 as Aquarius said it doesn't make your problems go away. You just get new problems! Like my boss said: we don't have problems we have opportunities!
I hear uber eats delivering food makes $ and you can sign up online.
Safe travels girl ever in East Tennessee and need a driveway you can holler at this old dude, just trust your gut and trust your heart
You have great taste in music. Good luck on your trip.
Stopped for the van, stayed for the music, and subscribed for the story. Also, you might be the hidden gem you seek.
thank you so so much 🙂 I really appreciate your words, thank you. glad you’re here 😊
Nico😚🥰😗😍
I love the shot that showed you recording the voice over...I really hope that you're planning to release a book of your journals/journey. You are such a poetic writer! Loved the bloopz too!
That was a nice place you found there. Beautiful spot, and free!
Hats off to you!! I lived on a couple boats for 5 years in the norwegian fjords. Changed my life
Wow, what a dream to live and experience…especially on a boat!!! Someday I’ll find my way to the fjords 😊
@@annauncharted well you are off to a great start 👍. Next is yurt life then maybe take a leaf out of your book and try vann life after :)
Keep on rockin
If you go through Albuquerque the Sandia Mountains are beautiful and you can drive to the top :) Ok it might be cold but still beautiful!
thanks for the suggestion 🙂 if I don’t get there this time around there’s always next time 🙃
Your smile is infectious and I love your music choices. Will be “houseless” in 4 days. Maybe I’ll see ya on the road! Stay safe, from a new sub!
Fear is a liar, I’m glad you pushed past the fear!
I agree with this stamens about fear. Fear is ego-based,, or your inner child that does not understand reality, or how the world works. As an adult, we know better. Never give into fear when setting positive goals for yourself. Your ego will often try to make excuses that are fear-based.
I understand you so well. I sometimes have these days when I don’t want to live the life I’m living. Especially when parking lots are occupied by a certain group of people who want to do something without being seen and want me to leave the place. They are so annoying. There were so many parking lots near the ocean which I can’t use. I wish you good luck 🍀❤️
Many blessings. Young lady. You will discover how wonderful it is to travel on your own. And do your own thing. Stay strong. And keep being the brave young person you are. Just subscribed. From Philly. 🤗
Such a cool spot! Love the cotton candy skies!! Greetings from Reno and safe travels to the Midwest
Kid - you flippen rock :) - i am working on hangin around long enough to see how it all turns out - not to mention how damn good you are with this video stuff
Awe thank you so much Ray! 🙂 Yeah you gotta hang around so next time I see ya I can find more ways to keep sneakin some kale in your dinners 😉
@@annauncharted LOL - for you that is way ok :) just be you kiddo i got your back :)
Love your choice in music. I hear you listening the old rock a lot. I'm 63 it is from my young days. I like it when younger people keep it alive. My grandkids listen to it. Your videos are fun to watch. Keep them coming.
I’m so glad you mentioned scared because I want to do van life, and I always think I will be the only scared one. You give me hope!
Love your editing and storytelling!
Thank you! 🙂💛✨
I’m still (and forever will be) learning how to edit and become a better storyteller through these videos…but I so appreciate your kind words. The goal and intention is that hopefully I can just continue to improve over time ☺️
I love your narrative story of telling your adventures.
Nice spot Anna, but it's going to get ugly in the east! I bailed out of Ohio in November the 1st! Florida is a wonderful change!
I really love your videos, i find really beautiful the way you share your insightful thoughts about your journey with us. Watching you reminds me to connect with my self and my feelings, it is a lovely way to close the week.
I didn't know i needed to hear someone to talk about holidays without a parent until i watched this. My mom passed away early this year and I've been feeling really uncomfortable with my family talking about celebrating holidays as usual. I just don't want to feel obligated to be excited about this season, and I kind of started feeling guilty for not being sure if I wanted to celebrate at all. So i felt a lot of validation hearing you say that this is indeed a point of transition with traditions and celebrations, and that's okay. I'm still figuring a lot out and I wanted to thank you for sharing your journey in such depth because in doing so, you are kind of accompanying me in mine.
Big hug from Mexico 💕
-Sam
Thank you Sam. Your words mean a lot and I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing part of your story-I can relate to your words in my own way for sure.
My dad died a little over a year ago and it’s still very challenging at times to sit with or move through the grief that can spike around the holiday season. but that’s okay. all we can do is just take each moment as it comes and try not to judge it or ourselves 💛
So much courage, love that you’re keeping it real
Great video again. Love your genuine nature. On another note. Grab some wheel chocks as backup for your van.
I'm amazed at what you are doing. You are inspiring. I'm from America living in China now and I thought this was difficult. I could never do what you are doing. Great videos!
thank you so much 🙂 but also give yourself some credit-there are many people who couldn’t ever imagine themselves moving overseas to a foreign country like China -very cool though. I’d do that in a heartbeat just for the experience of it all!
I glory in your courage young lady.👍🏾
I am here for the car singing! I will sing in the car all day long! Come to my next concert.
Love your beautiful spirit of adventure 🥾❤️🙏🏽
You’re listening to my kind of music 🥰. Safe travels girlie!
That was WOW all right! What an amazing camping spot! Gorgeous
Just crossed from NY to AZ with pets. Scared sometimes but rewarding.
An old soul with eclectic music taste. And you listed the songs in your description. Appreciate that!
👍👍👍👍👍👏🔥🙏😍 Anna, if you ever pass through Dubuque, Iowa, come stay with us free every day week days ( except winter time) at Redstone inn and suites. Love to have you in person, you know Midwest hospitality!
i love the bloopers at the end of your vids!
Many thumbs up and sub! You are an incredible young lady full of energy enjoying life to the fullest. May you find joy and happiness in your fantastic van life!!
Love your music!
You are on a journey and should trust yourself as you have nothing to lose. Life is short as you know so good on you.
I will be starting on my around Australia soon. 6x6 truck camper and boat behind. Loads of adventures ahead like you.
you are welcome to continue your road trip here in europe, there ist a direct ship connection from Baltimore or from Halifax in canada to europe, liverpool, Antwerp or Hamburg in Germany. The shipping company is ACL(wich belonges to the Grimaldi Lines fleet) they take your rv and you also and the sea journey takes about 12 days to liverpool, or 15 days to hamburg in germany, maybe you will make this trip so wait until the spring is coming and explore the wonderfull europe , no matter about covid, you are more than 10 days on a ship, and you will arive in europe with no problem.
SO WELCOME HERE TO EUROPE
Great taste in music 😊👍
Many blessings. Young lady. You will discover wonderful it is to travel on your own. And do your own thing. Stay strong. And keep being the brave young person you are. Just subscribed. From Philly. 🤗
That's great that you share you journey with us. Your experiences make you a stronger person and well rounded. Hope you find what your looking for and I'll enjoy the entertainment.
Love your channel! Have fun, stay safe!
Reminds me of traveling across the Northwest on a solo bicycle tour
You drove right past me in Sacramento! 👋
North, North RENO, NV this is MY backyard... Welcome and thanks for passing by. Stay safe!
Anna you are amazing lady you always find the most beautiful places to sleep big thumbs 👍to you.
Did you get your leak fixed.
Keep on Vaning girl.
Happy Holidays from New Hampshire
haven’t permanently fixed the leak but my $12.99 gorilla tape is holding superbly so far 😂 haha
@@annauncharted
That's good if i may make a suggestion when you get where going you should shut your van up tight and put a dehumidifier inside to draw all the dampness from behind the wood in the cabinet you can't see.
Damn girl, you’re doing what I want to do. Have fun, be safe.
you always remind me of songs I've forgotten,but love.
You have my taste in music. Good to see.
love your videos....pure inspiration :)
Loved the addition of you filming yourself narrating the changes going on in your life. Also the bloops 😝
Love the bloopers😂 and I bet you could write a great book about your journey! Keep on vannin girl
I appreciate how real you are. Thank you.
Your channel popped up on my homepage yesterday, and I thought I’d checkout your content! Holy Cow, you’re awesome! You travel alone in your van - going almost cross country, you listen to music from my grandmas generation, you’re totally honest about your fears/apprehensions about being out there by yourself…I feel like I’m watching a Travel Channel semi documentary, as oppose to a YT blog! I’m surprised that you don’t have 100K subscribers (you’re honestly that good 👍🏼)! I’m now officially a subscriber to your channel 👏🏼😎
Wow, you’re so kind ☺️ I appreciate all your kind and thoughtful words-thank you so much!
Yay, three week road trip! Looking forward to seeing your path through your photographic eye. 📷
You are not the only one that feels lost sometimes....
In the part of the country I’m from we say “root” and not “route” - or, wait, maybe both(?!) Another great video! My Doberman has been my best antidote to getting psyched out, but I saw your video about your dog and I’m sure being without her has been difficult. 🥰
Thank you Anna for sharing your video and happy Thanksgiving, and your not alone you have friends and family,stay safe out there 👍
I just love your diverse musical tastes. Keep singing girl!
another beautiful and relaxing video 💚💙❤️ as a fellow vanlifing youtuber, I've noticed that at times it can get a bit lonely (although quiet solitary days are beautiful as well of course) but in the times that I crave company, it's always great to turn on one of your videos (and those of your caravan folks as well as y'all are all amazing haha - definitely would like to find my own caravan in the future as well 💪) and feel like there's someone I'm hanging with 🦊🌈
keep being you 💚💙❤️
Happy Holidays Anna! What a nice spot on the hill. Good find.
Safe travels home to Mom.
adventure. So fun and interesting.
Just found you. Thank you for putting in all the effort to show us parts of your life and your emotions and thoughts through your fantastic journey. Your personal therapy talks to the camera are awesome. My personal losses/death of family sent me to live in the Caribbean to sort things out... That was 11 years ago... LOL Wishing you a good life and cool temperatures and good friends :) You are an inspiration...and your talks have helped me, even though I am an older person. Thank you
The key to sleeping in a cold environment is a knit cap. It stops snoring too.
Thank you for sharing your life and thoughts Anna! 💛 Happy Holidays! ⛄
Thanks for share and video! Safe travels and hope all the family is well, and you get to share holidayze with them! Cheers! And it's Route indeed ans in 66:) All the BEST!
I enjoy your vid. Already waiting for the next one: :)
We when from Illinois to Portland Oregon in 38 hrs. Be safe and best of luck on your drip. Is a long drive. On our way back we did two days because it was tooo much.
very surprised by your choice of music !!! its from a previous generation !!! cool !!!
I like your taste in music awesome
You inspire me!
BE KOZ you are real..only insight gets ppl where you are..
Love ur videos
Thats weird I have the same playlist. Nice a young person appreciates our old timey music.
I grew up on the stuff! 🙂 My dad always had classic rock n roll and music from the 60s and 70s playing in the house when I was a kid 🎶☺️
Thanks for the singing tip, that was funny :)
Amazing content as always Anna, and the quality of your video has gotten so much better, one question though : do you still film on your iPhone 12?
ahh thank you so much 🥰 btw, I love watching your videos (when I have decent cell service 😅 lol) …I tend to be a quiet/“ghost” viewer on UA-cam and someday I’ll learn to come out of my “comments shell” 🙈
And yes! To answer your question I do still film with my iPhone 12 Pro Max. But I also just recently got a second iPhone (I invested in the new 13 pro max-mainly just so I could have two devices to film with and improve my videos/storytelling). Already after one video it feels so worth the investment! 😊
'quiet /ghost viewer in UA-cam' that's so me . found you since Van life morning routine and I binged watch all your videos without a single comment. Lol.
You are amazing💚
Having a second device definitely takes the pressure off the 'one' so I've learned as i also recently got a new iphone
I hope one day you write of book of your adventures and then turn it into an audio book because your voice and storytelling is so soothing
awe thank you 😊 that’s super sweet of you to say 🥰 ((sometimes I worry I inhale too loudly between sentences 😅))
I'm 53 from Wisconsin and ive been want I g to so this 4 a longggg time!!!....just trying to get the courage and aome mo hey saved
Great sound track :-)
That was me 10 years ago when my Adventure to Hayward California…,, l gave in to La Quinta’s you will adapt and also I was in Toyota Yaris.
Just think, if you went somewhere on purpose without a cell signal. It's pretty wonderful, hope you have an amazing trip.
You should go across I-70 from Utah to Denver. Beautiful scenery. You'll enjoy it, I promise.
That was incredible!
Reno is great and I’m sorry you didn’t have the best experience here.
We are considering building a shuttle bus out mainly so that I can have a shower. 6 days is just too long for me to go without a shower! Safe travels.
See Lavendar Moon Designs youtube videos for her super cool shuttle van interior design she posted last year
I just happened to come across your channel, and am enjoying your content. Also you have great taste in music. :)
awe thank you :)
👍👍👍
Where is that incredible boondocking site with the 360 views and that incredible sunset?! I want to camp there! I am currently building out a van... or at least trying to, but I have some incredibly hard circumstances to deal with to get it done all by myself, with a debilitating and painful chronic illness, PTSD, and trying to work full time right now ... I'm not even sure I can make it work, but I really don't have a choice as rent is just not affordable for me anymore. So, it's either be homeless on the street, or find a way to afford my van payments and live in my van indefinitely.
i’d love to meet you in person! you seem so genuinely goofy and fun!! need more girls like you in my life!! If you’re ever in northern colorado you’ve got a friend here!
Get yourself a WEBoost for your cell service to increase your coverage area while in the mountains.
Have fun
Do you not have a cell booster for your van? I’m glad you make sure you have service when you camp. It’s just so much safer.
You really did pick a beautiful spot with the 360 views!!!!
Root (part of a plant), Rout (decisive defeat). I think the word you are looking for is 'route'. But I am Canadian so.......😄
Super