Why I Left the USA (and I’m NEVER Going Back)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.พ. 2025
- In this video, I share how I moved abroad during COVID while earning just $13.50 an hour at Walmart. That leap of faith was the start of my digital nomad journey, and it completely changed my life.
Since then, I’ve learned so much about living abroad, building freedom, and creating opportunities by making the most of what I had. If you’ve ever thought about moving abroad, now is the perfect time to make it happen. My perspective on life has transformed, and I want to inspire you to take that first step.
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Left the US 3 weeks after the election and we love love Thailand. I feel safe here and the people are so welcoming. My wife and I decided that this is our home now. No regret whatsoever
thats good bro! I love to hear it 💯
I am seeking some alternative options to make a move but some these videos on how to transitions is so vague and leads to you having to buy for a fee for info.
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Abroad with jay is a brother living in Dominican Republic
I love how you explained it! I left about 4 years ago with my family and even had a baby abroad. Life has become so much better. Heavy on the if you want your kids to compete on a grander scale. My eldest speaks 4 languages and our youngest is on his way. Thanks for sharing about your journey 😊
Speaking more languages don’t mean a thing when it comes to success. Just know English.
wow thats whatsup! thanks for sharing your story too, its many people who needed that confirmation 💯
@brandons2842 The world we are living in is changing. That may be the case now, but the future will be even better for the next generation if they have other languages in their toolbox along with skills with which they can be entrepreneurial and not depend on the system for a paycheck. They will go even further. How do I know? I speak 3 languages, and it has opened up so many doors for me along with being a business owner.
@ eh, not really. English dominates.
“Get your power back!” I like that…that’s the truth! 💯💯💯
one of the biggest things living abroad did for me... blessings to you
@@lamonttravelsradicallydriv7788 Blessings to you as well, Lamont. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Free game fareal! Proud of you for leading everyone to the truth.
my brother! I appreciate it always. Im proud of you too for taking the leap and sharpening me as well
This is great! I just arrived in Bangkok last night. Sharing this with my family in the United States.
thats whatsup! and I appreciate it
Thank you for your honest outlook on moving abroad.
It's good to experience life as life is for living ,not always getting stressed out with bills etc
thats true! it took alot of stress off financially. thanks for your comment.
Thailand is incredible country
its definitely different out here. Im enjoying myself so far.
🔥🔥🔥- that’s what up!!! Preach!!!
I agree with a lot of your sentiments bro! ✊🏽
I appreciate it bro 💯
It’s so beautiful to see people leaving the us I hope my time is soon❤
your time can be sooner then you think. 4 weeks before I moved out of the country I had no clue I was about to make that move. As you do your research more and prepare, doors will open for you. you got it 🙏
God bless you bro for this life changing information we need in are life.
For real brother thank you God bless you bro
God bless you too bro! 💯
Thank you for sharing your story ❤ people need to know that there is an amazing great big world out there to go see
facts! its so much to see and explore. Thanks for you comment too btw 🙏
Continue to thrive cuz! Love you bro! 🙏🏾👊🏾💪🏾
Preach on it, Lamont my name is Ellis I reached out to Hari and donated to him because he reminded me of my son, and that's where I saw you too from one of his shoutouts about you. I will be coming to Thailand in three months to set up for my retirement. Hopefully we will get to meet each other. I plan to bring something different to content-creating.
thats whatsup appreciate the support! and yea me and my brother be around a lot.. so I'm sure we will run into each other. Good to hear that you took the leap too! you will love it out here.
You are speaking the truth bro! Thanks for sharing!
no problem bro I appreciate your comment too. 🙏
Powerful video! I live in Pattaya now and would love to connect. We share similar reasons for taking this journey. Keep being a leader and change maker!
thank you!! I appreciate you reaching out.. I believe you messaged me on the gram so you will be hearing from me soon.
YOU BETTA TALK YO STUFF YOUNG MAN! I love this for you and I AM Proud of you for following the Inspiration that was given to You. I can relate to everything that you're saying. I am 49 years old and I approve this message because this IS A WORD 💯
Am moving to Panama this year...💪
lets goo! good luck
you speaks truth brother, the whole world is full of different cultures that you should learn about, dont stay in your box
Salam!
Adil!
exactly bro! its time to look at the bigger picture.
You're a big picture type of brother. I've been inspired by so much expat/digital nomad content from young brothers and sisters over past few months. And I've made my decision, I land in Thailand next month.
yea its so much bigger then what people know but ill be dropping more gems for sure. Im glad you took the leap tho bro! you are going love it out here.
Preach brother! Subscribed! Lived in America for the past 19 years myself, after 19yrs in Russia, thinking about leaving as well.
Thank you so much for this ℹ️ info❤ I plan to get the course soon, I’m broke as a joke right now, looking for another job. Soons I get paid ima tap in with you.
you all good bro, and you not broke you are just in transition. When you do tap in its going to be in its right timing. Ill be on the lookout.
PROPHETIC 🎉 YOU WILL REACH TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS EVERY WHERE! YOU WILL RESHAPE THE STIGMA 🎉 YOU WILL BE A LEADER, A GAME CHANGER, A SPEAKER TO ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO STEP OUT ON FAITH! CHANGE YOUR ENVIRONMENT SHIFT... THIS IS SO POWERFUL ❤ WE ARE ALL SO PROUD OF YOU!! 👏 IT'S ON YOUR BLOOD LINE TO DO GREAT THINGS....
this is deep! thank you for everything you said. Its definitely bigger than me, and I'm thankful to be used in this way. its a chain reaction, and I'm no different then everyone else. Faith with out works is dead
💯🙏 Nah fr I have all the equipment but I just lost that fire in me to shoot anymore I’m glad i tapped in to their channel because now I’m thinking different & realizing I need to gtfo fr
He Preaching !
Love you Cuzn so proud of U❤
much love cuz! I love you too
You and Hari are such encouraging young men!!! I came across his page last night and I am so glad. You both are so positive and I love it. I am from Chicago too and I feel everything y'all are saying. I am considering the move too and I am so glad I found your channels!! Keep up the great work!!
Chi-town 🙋🏾♂️✊🏾. Watching from Chicago south side. Much love . Trying to leave the states. Thanks for the information
Illinois in the building I’m working on my exit as we speak 🗣️
lets goo bro! I will de dropping some more free info on how to soon.. but if you want to jump right into it you should check out my ebook stan.store/LamontTravels
@@Ladywiththepinkvest thats whatsup! stay locked in you got it
Thxs Bruh I'm trying to Get out of Memphis.Good to see people who s already do it 👍🏽💯
man! you can definitely do it this year. I appreciate the comment... If you want to look more into how I did it you can start here: stan.store/LamontTravels
Good video brotha. I’m overseas right now and it has def changed my POV and can see the system from afar 💯 quality of life for sure once you hit that plane ✈️💯🙏🏽
you already know bro. Im glad you see it! its a blessings to be able to see things from this perspective. Its not common. I appreciate the comment 💯
@ yessir no problem. I’m coming back to Thailand next month a week. I plan on moving there temporarily for a while maybe later this year 😎🙏🏽
Thank you for the inspiration!
Good word. Keep making it happen.
I appreciate it bro! I will
Congrats on making that jump brother!!!!!
I appreciate it bro!
🎉🎉🎉Congrats to following your ❤️!!!
thank you! 💯
I love how your sharing the process. It starts with a decison.🔥
its definitely a process but that one decision can be all the difference. I appreciate the comment 💯
Thank you I been waiting for this 🙌
no problem bro
Needed this 🫡
Its time! 🙏
@ I’ll be back out there in August ; I just might stay this time. Is that Walmart job still hiring ?
@ might as well bro. Im not sure, that was just the first remote job I had a few years back.
@ I’ll have to look into a good remote job fasho because I drive trucks now
Very inspirational Word
Thanks! I hope it inspires thos who need to hear it this way.
Went to greece and found out the problems in the states are unique to the states. Made some friends there now going back every year with a plan to retire outside of the states.
I Love your excitement and authenticity. Thank you❤
Thanks man , this video is inspirational, Im going back to Colombia in a week , for a 1 mth stay, Planing to move there
no problem bro.. and good luck in Colombia you will enjoy it out there.
Great video and great message!💪🏾🔥
I appreciate it bro! 💯
Bro, I feel you.I'm working on getting my children a Mexican Citizenship & passports. They're teenagers but I've seen the writing on the wall. We r going international ❤🎉😂
Great video, great message 👍
appreciate it man
NICARAGUA....IS THE SPOT 2YRS IN....❤❤❤❤😊
Which part of nicaragua are you at bro?
@harrior931 granada...18miles out malacatoya
I heard good things there too. thats whats up bro
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New subbie here! You are a vibe Thanks for the info.
Ahh love this whole video, anytime I got distracted I had to rewind just to make sure I didn’t miss anything! The part when you stopped yourself from getting too preachy, can you make a separate video of you taking it there. I plan to take leaps and the Divine Creator always plays a part. I’m interested in knowing how that’s been aligning with you in your travels & growth.
Hope all is well 🙏🏽
Also I’m from Chicago, but currently living in Cali. Ayyyyy 🤙🏽 haha
You make me wanna come out there bro
aye man make that move bro.. aint no harm in trying something new.
Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐
I appreciate it!
Nice video Playa 👌🏾
I want so bad to go to Thailand disabled 60 year old lady I'm a Loner for many years so I don't care about being around a lot of people I need that condo with that pool and the gym and all the amenities for 350 a month look over the city when you go outside I need that beautiful scenery at night I'm going to get a passport and at least come visit at least a week I know it's going to blow my mind
the moment you get that passport everything else is going to open up for you! that week may turn into years who knows. good luck on your journey and thanks for the comment.
amazing man motivating the world, imma be out soon
thanks bro, and lets goo just stay locked in the entire time.
Finally A real One! My language
blessings bro 💯
we are glad you decided to leave. good luck
Thank you!
Man go there. Preach! Take it there everytime. You talking good! Lol I got my passport. Thinking about something similar
Love bro 💙🫡
Hey man! I’m a new subscriber. You bout to blow up if you selling all them dreams! Love it!
I appreciate the sub bro! and this dream can be real life I've seen it first hand and I'm watching many others take that leap too.
13.50 job in Thailand is great money. Thats equivalent of a six figure salary in the states.
and thats just the beginning.. entry level is some of the easiest jobs to get into making that available to most people. hopefully people grasp that equivalent concept because that's really powerful.
@@lamonttravelsradicallydriv7788help me I’m lost when it comes to getting a remote job I’ve only did factory and restaurant I’m currently working two saving up to move in October
Columbia? I am thinking of Asia, South Africa, and Possibly Mexico. I will take this serious this year. Thank you for sharing.
Yea, I was in medellin for a while. I say go for it and stay locked in.. it will work out. thanks for the comment
My man's message is all steak with the sizzle! Really appreciate the straightforward message without the fluff. Unlearn to learn! Yes, we in the USA live in a massive echo chamber. Get out of that comfort zone. There's a world out there and you'll never be the same in a positive way. You threw down so much truth in the first 10 minutes about living abroad and leaving the US behind than most of these influencers. Preach!
Mann I appreciate that bro! I gotta make sure they know what its really like. I can tell you know from personal experience too. blessings
Bro you spitting nothing but the facts. Peace God 💯
blessings family. I appreciate it
Sharp young brotha
I appreciate it bro
I’m moving to Pattaya next week. I’m a videographer and content manager. Let’s link 🤝🏽
thats whatsup bro. hit me up on the gram
Anybody know the right Visa to get to live there 1-2 years or 5 years I'm confused..what to do?
Depends on what you’re trying to do ? Are you making money online, then do a digital nomad visa. Are you retiring ? Then do a non immigrant visa. Are you trying to stay for a couple months then leave ? Tourist visa that resets every-time you leave country.
Edit: To answer your question get an immigration lawyer they’ll get you the information you need and will help you better than anyone online.
Say, I'm just commenting on this as I don't want you to over pay , or get ripped off. Also Lamount, I'm not here to override your comments. Been here now for 4 yrs , iv seen too many people get ripped off. I guy I talked to said he paid 63k bhat for his Visa, , my 2 cents, if you are over 50 and want to stay here long term. You can do your visa yourself. And save thousand , all ligit. And legal. Even open a bank acct. Without any agency. I prefer to keep my money in my pocket for fun stuff. I opened my own bank acct, and did my own visa with a serious contact.. All about connection. Non O -visa should never be be over 24k bhat fyi.
Much respect, Lamount, see your video in my feed. Do you thing, Thailand has everything you want..... Get you drivers license, visa, banks acct.. just don't over pay.
Appreciate the word brotha. My background is in warehousing/manufacturing any advice on how to transition into a remote position?
no problem bro! and the background isnt a issue at all. contact me here and I can give you everything you need: stan.store/LamontTravels/p/book-a-11-call-with-me-qaduc1ls
Free game! 👌🏽
This was actually an honest TH-cam video compared to rest of these traveling TH-cam clowns.
Good Info. I need to get my teeth done.
thanks man! its very affordable abroad.
Me too 😅
Gosh I want to take the leap too and leave Florida but I am scared cuz my family is all I have and I never had the opportunity to do that . Hopefully one day I can leave USA 🇺🇸.
you can definitely do that, and your family will grow with you on your journey. I speak with my family almost everyday, and you will always know when its time to physically see them.
@ thank you 💜 I plan on visiting next year for two weeks and see how it goes . Did you keep your USA number or got a Thailand number ?
That's really nice, that you thought ahead!
I just read that to go to other countries, you have to apply even after having your passport and Visa, you need permission to go to other countries, what is going on?
Man this was a dope vlog. You have really inspired me to think outside the box. Thank you! 🤜🏾🤛🏾
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no problem, I appreciate it bro! you would be surprised what you can do when you think outside that box. the world is ours
Salute. Good video. Good message.
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Very good video new sub.
thanks! and I appreciate the support!
Great video. What is your camera set up 📸 looks like Sony or Nikon
Sony a7s iii gmaster 24-70 lens, and a dji mini 4 pro for the drone. I appreciate it
Take it there brother! We wrestle not against flesh and blood! This is a spiritual attack on our people! But what’s sad is we going out solo! When we should be going out united! But the most high will exodus all of us and purge out the rebels! Shalom!
blessings family! you already know whats going on. we are at the beginning of the exodus too. things about to get real... but a thousand will fall to my left, another on my right but no harm will come near me 🙏 thanks for the comment ima give them some there.
Bruh gotta be from the Land!! I know that home grown Chicago accent anywhere
Edit- I knew it
you already know whats going on bro 😂 appreciate the comment!
How much did it cost you to get from where you where in America to where you are now from the plane?
I literally paid $560.00 usd for a one way flight after thanksgiving. and that included my bags.
I just ate a fried bologna sandwich 😂 good vibes
lol aint nothing wrong with that. I still eat it too. especially fried. it reminds me of home.
My cannon r6 m2 in the pawnshop I get that back I’m moving to Bangkok may or June at the latest!!!
I love to hear it bro. and that r6 a beast too 💯
New subby❤
thank you!
Thank you for the insight my brother. I'm a well known bartender in Washington DC. i'm so tired of the systematic programming of the whole DC area. I have the money to move to Thailand. my goal is to visit first. passport ready just have to book the flight and find the perfect place to stay. i heard BANGKOK is a great place to be and then move around from there.. also you are right, the world has transformed into a age of complete solar technology. nothing can manifest without GOD. sounds mediocre but when source speak to you in many ways in the physical and in your dreams your perception is different from people who just "believe" in god oppose to knowning GOD".
thats a solid plan bro. they give you 60 days off rip and you can extend an additional 30 days so that's 90 days (total) to really experience a lot. I appreciate the comment 🙏
i'd pack at the speed of light if i was able to generate income while abroad. Canada is hell
there are definitely ways to do that.. hit me up
@lamonttravelsradicallydriv7788 Where?
Hey bro help a brother out , how do you make money abroad thanks 🙏🏾
I want to do this I have 2 kids
Start slow and build yourself.. my advice start teaching English online etc. Palfish online English....work part time and build up your students and when you are comfortable make the move to Thailand and still work online.
Good Move 👏👏👏
God bless ☝️
Enjoy Thailand 🇹🇭
Jesus name Amen ✝️
Facts
New Sub Bradda! Don't forget to visit Cambodia! 🇺🇲🇰🇭🇹🇭🙏🏾🤙🏾
thanks bro! I cant wait to go camobodia. I plan on going to siem reap
@lamonttravelsradicallydriv7788 Gonna be there for Cambodian new year in April! It's gonna be insane! Lots of fun glad y'all enjoying it there 🤙🏾
7:54 💯
Please don't say "cheap". It's "affordable".
I agree.
Whats the name of the opening song?!
12 MINS IN - Things got real - Great video
and its so much more I can break down but this was a good start. thanks! i appreciate the comment
W Vid Bro 😎 🫡💪🏾💯KingdomKidsWinning#HolyHood#BlessedUp#PrayedUp
you already know whatsup bro! Blessings 💯
Is that a Chicago accent?
Ah.. it is! ❤ #Southside #WildWild ! Let me subscribe.
@@Chay-thePlantBoss 😂😂 you already know.. I appreciate the sub!
Hey brother do you have a email? I have some questions about international travel.
yes I do. lamontradicallydriven@gmail.com
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Good for you bro but seriously, don't come back..
I can’t take a guy seriously who complains about the US but goes straight to Pattaya of all places 😂😂
Then don’t watch lil buddy
@ I’m not your buddy pal
STOP! you making me wanna leave tonight!! LOL Real talk, my wife is from Penang Malaysia with 99% of her family STILL living in southeast asia. Phuket thailand, penang malaysia and singapore.. once im done with medical school we OUT this piece...
Lmao it’s so crazy that you want to leave America and I want to leave Thailand for America 😭
nothing wrong with that. we all are on different paths, and there are a lot of opportunities in states too. If that's where you feel led to, then I'm sure your experience will be worthwhile.
Why is it that all these guys are looking to hustle simps