“The American dream is the world’s nightmare.” Wow! I thought I was watching a vid of a tiny house tour, but got so much more. Kudos to you Mr. Greenfield and thank you for being a good steward of your human experience.
So If the American dream is the world's nightmare then why in the hell do most of the world try to come here?¿??? Must be one really very comfortable and great nightmare. 😅
I had several items in my shopping cart, but after watching your video, guess what - I removed all of them. Thank you so much for reminding me that I already have plenty in my life to bring me happiness
Hey there Robin, Just want to let you know you were the inspiration behind our food not lawns garden. We`ve turned our 1/3 acre plot of land into a food and polinator oasis in suburbia. Your enthusiasm, encouragement ,and example have given us a lot to strive towards. Thanks for sharing your amazing life with us . Wishing you all of the best always.
Fabulous 💖 👌 I lived to Thailand 🇹🇭 & realized they never separated from the land and the nature of nature.. All persons moving to the south of America might learn much from Thai and the likes of your good heartened will Thank you 😊 💓
Hello Dear Friend, I am full of joy hearing that my life has been of service to you. I will continue to be of service for you. I look forward to meeting you one day. Love, Robin
@@Robin.Greenfield Sweet life. For me, my ugly never been washed forever 1984 g20 Chevy camper van, with high top so I can stand up in my van and exercise is awesome freedom on wheels, I am camped north of Vegas out in Great Basin Desert, nobody around me, the wilderness is my yard. Montana to Mexico up and down Rocky Mountains. Catch fish, dry meat out in my van and outside, cheap Walmart food doctored up, every thing in my van up on shelves or under my bed platform, solar power, solar shower and small plastic bathtub, 3
Hello Dear Friend! You are very welcome! Here are 100 suggestions of how to put that inspiration into positive action! www.robingreenfield.org/100 Love, Robin
💕💕💕💕💕💕 Hi, Rob ! I've missed you during the stress and strife global conflict. I need the balance and serenity that you offer . Take care, Cynthia 🌷 Texas
Wow!!😮 I am going to be putting much of what you shared into action!!!! Thank you for caring and sharing. Recently my spirit has been leading me in this direction, and next thing I know, you showed up on my YT feed!!!😊 Your 100 changes to live happy and healthy is a game changer!!!
Im moving back to South Africa from Ireland next month! To join a tiny home community farm. Its taken me some time to realise that simple living and a genuine connection with nature is truelly happy living! Love you all: )
@@benjamindrysdale2816 Hi there. Fellow South African here; would like to know where this community farm is that you refer to? I want to try this life just for a temporary change of pace sometime.
This is all I want. I am 28 years old and have been imagining myself living this way until I die. I do not use social media but hook into watching videos like these on TH-cam which I think is more satisfying. Thank you for everything that you do for our Mother Earth. I'll get back on this comment once I finally make it to reality. To all your lovely viewers, your kind comments and pure heart is what we need for a quality life.
You have more courage than 99.99% of us Robin. I think a video on the death beans would be good, death is a subject that many people are terrified to even think about, from birth we're programmed to think death in hospitals or a nursing home by the hand of pharmaceutical companies is anything other than the deplorable human torture it is. The thought of a calm peaceful and connected death in nature is a shining light compared to wasting away on a drip fed concoction of medications until the lights go out or the doctor decides you've had enough
Another part of that greater discussion is assisted suicide which should be a right for all. Thinking another human being has the right to take away your power and freedom, to force you to live in excruciating and incurable pain just for a few psychopaths to profit is so disgusting its sad that it even has to be a conversation. No decent human being can support the chemical genocide that the lower classes are subjected to
Wow.i actually started crying when i heard u talk about all the things im interested in and ive felt so lost becuz i never realized i could do what you do with other people in a community. I have no family or riches but ive always wanted to feel needed and with other like minded people. A community sounds so lovely. Thank for teaching me alot. ❤❤❤
Everything you said here make sense to me. I used to live in a remote village with a small community surrounded by mountains, we did most of the things you did there, we don't live like that anymore however it give me the confidence in this world that no matter what happens, i know what to do even with little money.
Life begins with dreams. You want become rich person, own large house or mansion and fast cars. But as you grow up or get older, you learn to appreciate small things in life. You don't need expensive things to live in this world. This man has everything he needs and he is content of what he has. A beautiful life you living dear sir.
His face is even slightly up-turned and heallthy in a way that's now foreign to us. Staring down at phones/books/newspapers/work instead of looking out ahead to the horizon. This guy is helping us as a species just by doing this and sharing it with us.
I really enjoy your videos. I just turned 80 years old. I retired a couple years ago and enjoying my time foraging. I am drinking nettle tea as I am watching your program. I would love to be able to achieve this goal.
Lmfao! They stole it from each other before 1 European set foot on the north American continent. Read a history book…and no, I dont mean “history” written by white men.
My dude, the fact that you live in bear country with no windows and doors is mind boggling. 😮 You are inspirational. It is an extreme way to live from most people’s point of view, but you are encouraging us to do what we can and move the needle for ourselves and our families. Thank you for the lessons. Be well on your way 🙏🏻
does he really live in bear country? I would like to hear him respond to this. Surely he would not keep the house so open if there were a high risk of bears. Perhaps there is an explanation?
I live in tennessee near the Smoky Mountains ..my grandson and I came 30 feet from two and they walk the streets...the death beads are a bit daunting to hear about. Given that suicide is at a all time high..Yes the right to die should be considered in some cases..we are not guaranteed of that option but too much...
Also, speaking of books, every time I read the Bible it seems to make so many connections to living off the earth and growing food. I thank God for even the simplest things throughout my day. It is one book I cannot live without.
You said it all Like when I talk to myself From our relationship with electricity to how we should decay, even the step for the toilet WHAT A GREAT LIFE
Hello Julian I couldn't stop listening to you because your match so much with mine. I do a lot of pickling, canning, vinegars and dehydrating herbs, fruits and vegetables. I forage too. I also love being in the open, in a wooden house, eat plenty of available fruits and vegetables like the birds. Although I've been office based most of my life but I've always had that crave of being in the wild. Well, as I'm from a very small island called Mauritius there's not so many so-called wild here. But I love the mountains, rivers and nature. I never thought of coming across someone like you, such an inspiration and charming fellow you are indeed. I really appreciate and enjoy listening to you. Keep the good work going and stay safe. Asha from Mauritius
I gotta say, at first I didn’t know what to think about the death beans… but as I reached the part where you said you composted your birth certificate and social security card, it made sense. You set up your life so that nothing can control you, even frailty and sickness.. yet you seem radiant and at peace with the world like nobody else. With such passion in your voice.. your eyes.. I feel inspired.. and maybe a bit in love from seeing such a brave man🙈 sitting in my apartment accumulating my commercially produced possessions… I am learning how to to impact less.. to connect more with mother Earth. Which is I guess how the algorithm found you for me in the first place. Thank you❤ best regards, Ruben, Norway
I'd also like to add that it's a legal, fairly comfortable, extremely natural, and even a common practice at the end of life to voluntarily simply stop eating and drinking (other species do it all the time, but even humans do, often under hospice care). It takes about 10 days on average, depending on various conditions, of course, for dehydration to fully shut down a human body.
@@valerieadams3944 Some people like to experience art in the outside world, rather than take it into a private space. As for God/gods, there're no material objects needed to be connected to the creative forces of the universe. That's in your actions and intentions.
In 2016 I hiked the Appalachian Trail, and really appreciated the community, trust, simplicity, and natural beauty that I experienced. Afterwards I had a hard time trying to incorporate those into my everyday life, and thought maybe it was too idealistic of a goal, until I discovered your youtube channel! Sometimes I doubt myself whenever I do something unconventional, something that nobody around me seems to be doing, but when I see your lifestyle I see that it can be done - not only can it be done, but I could even go more unconventional if I were to choose. It helps to have someone else to do unconventional things with, even though we don't actually know each other. I enjoy your videos about your lifestyle, and I enjoy watching "everything I own" videos on youtube, so I'm looking forward to watching! PS: I am inspired by so many things! I have also realized that my worm bin that I have in my dorm room is supporting your message (I get to see the things I no longer want benefit other beings and the earth!) PPS: inspired again!!
Wow. I've gotta digest what i just witnessed here. I'm blown away at the thought and introspection that has gone into the re-creation of youself. Time to take a good look at myself and the impact i have on the world.
I'm impressed. Especially as you mentioned textiles which are one of the most exploitative and heavily polluting industries, and perhaps one of the most difficult for the average person to create their own. In a lot of self sufficiency and sustainable living vlogs I've seen, textiles are ignored and yet noone lives without them and they are usually always produced using industrial processes and fossil fuels. It would be educational and inspirational to see more people creating their own textiles from home grown plants so that others could learn. It's not an easy process but it's what our ancestors used to do! Thank you for sharing this video. I really enjoyed your cabin tour and all your thought processes behind what you do. You have come a long long way in reducing your consumerism of the earth's resources. Thank you for inspiring me bro.
You certainly are “wired” differently then your average sleeping citizen . That’s a good thing 👍 Kudos to you for living your life , your way. We come to this earth to live authentically ! Most people are just unknowingly following a program , honestly , I am no different . But I do see the program . Society is so lost , & empty , without purpose & in a constant state of fear . It’s so sad . Your a joy to watch , Thank you for sharing your life’s journey ✨ I hope many see this video & become inspired ✨ Much love
You are an inspiration!! I completely understand why you have chosen to live this life. You're a beacon of integrity and of light in a world where we are encouraged to be self-centered, self-absorbed and where everything is about more, more, more. I can't stand it. Yes, you inspire me to be more courageous. Thank you and well done!!!!!
It is extreme way of life, no bank account, no savings, not sure if it is true, no birth certificate, but i love it. I love simple life, stress free, and care free.
I am 55 years old and am almost done building my 198 s foot tiny house. I hope to get away from lights, LP gas and just live as you are living here. I live in a colder climate so have to deal with that. I have chronic health conditions and am hoping to retire in one year... it's a big challenge... but I appreciate your great videos. I am starting a food forest on my .69 acres in suburbia. !
Well done Robin! You are a great example of simplification, disconnecting from 'the system', connecting to the Divine Energies and community, and being HAPPY with little. Maybe not for everyone, but it shows people that there are many things possible to reduce our footprint, connect and become more conscious and sovereign - and no ownership! Bless you!
No fault in your lifestyle, it’s a great stewardship you have found on. Thinking of others equally and above with your life is commendable. Thank you for the inspiration to dissect my own life to live more simply and more minimally, clutter is truly bondage! Letting go takes personal power back!
I am SO jealous! I would give anything to be younger (currently 74) and have the desire the that I have now for a simple, natural life. I so admire what you have done - good for you, your neighbors, and Mother Earth. I just wish I had come to this knowledge and desire earlier in my life. At this point, I can still become more conscious of the balance of life when it’s in tune with the earth. Every little bit helps . . . Bravo with what you’ve done. Again, I am SO jealous! (Thanks for sharing.)❤
🙏Thank you for reminding about simplicity & the difference between needs & wants. That shows a lot of respect for earth & people & not to waste resources.
I live in almost the same geographic climate in NW Georgia. I lived in a camper on my land for 6 mos. and really enjoyed it. The only real issue is the humidity, you have to watch that depending on the materials you have in the home and what it is made of. I had to wrap my books in plastic. Really love your lifestyle! Good way to decompress... you are doing it so well! So much to learn in one video! I would have to wash my feet tho before I got into bed so I would have to wear shoes LOL.. i still harvest rainwater too.. I water my plants and use it for outdoor cleaning and rinsing. My cats kept everything rodent free. Even if you don't go to this extreme, we can all find ways to cut down our affect on the environment.
as a Black woman (from a partially multiracial family) I appreciate how aware you are of the systems that make up this country. even as a military veteran, I appreciate your views, your consciousness, + your desire to be a good global citizen. I'll be slowly creating something special on 50 acres that's been in my family for a long time not far from where you filmed this video. if you're still in the area by then, I would love to have you be in community with us for a couple of days. I look forward to learning from your website as I'll be brand new to the off-grid life. btw, I love seeing Black earth wisdom + farming while Black on your bookshelf. take good care, brother.
Hello Dear Morgan, Thank you for sharing what is alive in you. I am very grateful for you sharing your experience. I would absolutely love to come stay with you for a couple days in community. I'd be happy to share my insights and experience from living this life if it would be of service to you in deepening your connection to Earth and growing into your new space. You can email me and I will surely respond: robingreenfield.org/contact Sending love sister! Robin
Thank you for opening up a whole new world to me. I’ve leaned so much from you today about living a simple life without a lot of distractions and a lot of unnecessary stuff. 🌳🌲🌿🍂🌾🍁💕🤗
You reminded me of one of my brothers When I watched the video, I wanted to share it with him to show him how he will live a life peacefully rather than feeling exhausted and depressed by life pressure, but he is already gone; he quit his life on 2023, Feb. But I feel extremely happy and relieved to see your happy face, It feels like my brother lives this life, he talks! Coincidentally, my other brother's name is Robin. He is alive. Love from Bangladesh dear. Live a true happy life. My dream is also like you. And I am doing my best to fulfil this dream.
Good to see someone with the same mindset. Where I live, people can't understand why I prefer to use my bike and a trailer to transport items to our cabin or why we even care about a simple life. I think they see this as a kind of offense to their lifestyle, even if I never mean to judge them. I wish your example inspires a lot of people to head in this direction too. Thanks a lot for your courage and clear mindedness.
If you watched this video, please don't commit suicide. We need you on this planet and you are a valuable human being, no matter what your life situation is. I care about you and your wellbeing. Thank you. ❤
What we chose to do with our lives is nobody's business but our own. It's selfish to think you would have a say in the life and situation of someone you don't know. I understand you think you are coming from a place of caring but you are way out of line.
@@jerbear7952 It is not just your own business if you commit suicide. It affects your parents, your brothers and sisters, your children and grandchildren and your friends in very profound ways. Their lives will never be the same and they will probably feel guilty for not understanding or preventing it. Sure, we are all responsible for what we do, but if someone is suffering from severe depression they will not see clearly because their whole life will seem black and this action might feel like the only way out in their darkest moment. They may need help and support from other people not to act on that impulse. Suicides can be triggered by reading or hearing about how to do it. That was the reason I wrote this comment: to possibly prevent a tragic death.
What about bathing in the winter when the lake/water gets colder? 🥶 I'd like to learn more about your thoughts on death. It's really encouraging to see how you manage "without" so many things and still so healthy and active in the world. Thanks for sharing!
Hey Robin, You’ve inspired me to make so many changes in my life. To start a veggie garden (which we eat from year round), to go foraging (which we also eat from year round), to minimize, to live more outside, to reduce waste, to compost, the list goes on… And you keep inspiring me! 😁 I really enjoyed the update on you life and your frequent uploads! I would be really interested in the video on the berries! 💀 I was wondering, how do you wash you clothes and bedding? And do you plan on staying within the US borders for the rest of your life? (since you got rid of your personal documents..) Thank you for shining your light on so many important topics, in such a beautiful, joyful and loving way 💚 Sending a big hug your way! 😊
Hello Dear Friend! Awww, I am so happy to hear this. I am here with you breaking free and connecting more deeply one step at a time. I often wash by hand with water from a natural source. When I am traveling I do often use washing machines. I may stay in the US for the rest of my life. I may travel internationally without an ID. I may get a passport once again. Time will answer this for me and for you. Sending love, Robin
Outstanding. A ample life where you can exist without commercial influence. I enjoyed this video and am committed to downsizing my life as well. I have lived my life without borrowing any money and have been very independent and self supporting. I am now taking another look at my live as it is and would like to live more like you do with some differences. Living and working to better serve the restoration of the earth is my goal. You have given me many ideas on how to better serve the earth. I'm 77 years old and I want to reduce my impact on the further destruction of the environment. Thanks for this outstanding video.
Hello and many blessings to you Robin Greenfield. Thank you so much for inviting us into your temporary home. Thank you for showing us that we can live more happy and simple by connecting with the earth and eliminating all of these distractions that serves no purpose in our lives. Distractions disconnects a lot of people from themselves and the most high God.
You are a unique and special soul❣️ Your video is very well presented and brings enlightenment to many. I am 77 yrs old and constantly evolving...(as are we all). I thank you so much for your service to the many lives you have/will touch through your life choices. 🙏❤️🥰
Ypu have honestly changed my life for the better, seeing all the things we can do as a society its amazing, i honestly didnt know anything about sustainability and you have been that idol man. I love the way you look at things and how you adore mother earth. Since i binged watch all ur videos ive been taken out of the matrix im not gonna lie, people need to wake up and see the real reality thats right under our feets. Wish i could go barefoot like you but also know it takes time to find freedom and taking step by step is important and thanks to you ive started my own journey in my own way of sustainability. Thank you so much Robin❤
A simple life is living happy just because you are contented of what you have.Your story makes me inspired to go on my everyday life.This is the most inspiring video that i ever seen.May the good Lord bless you always idol in everything you do .Watching you from the Philippines.❤️👋👋👋
7:27 as a Indian I really appreciate you for the quote of Mahatma Gandhi on your laptop.. ' We must be the change that we want to see in the world '.❤❤🇮🇳🇮🇳
Fascinating video and fascinating lifestyle. Every time I see one of these videos it makes me reflect on my own life and how I'm living it, and reminds me to keep things simple and not get caught up with the ideas around me that involve buying more. I will never have that super simple nature connected lifestyle, (it wouldn't really be do-able anyway in England, but also I now have severe ME), but I do still really like trying to make my life more in line with the natural world within my limitations. These videos are so inspiring. I always did want to live more simply, but over the years I found myself getting distracted by how the world says you should live, let my pride get in the way where work was concerned (needing to prove myself following a career that made me unwell working so hard and not meeting my body's needs ) and allowed myself to get taken off my path a few times. It's nice to come back to this kind of video, to remind myself that I don't NEED all of that out there as my goal, that actually I'm very happy when I live more simply and focus on cooking good whole foods, and walking outside and being out there (when I was able), I don't need a fancy job with lots of money to be happy, neither do I need loads of stuff
I bet your parents are so happy for you, that their son grew up to live a life that is fulfilling to him and giving to others. As a parent, I pray my children don't get caught in the rat race - instead, I pray they live a life of meaning to them. Best wishes to you.
I enjoyed your video. Learned so much, how to live minimalistic! Great tips! I have always believe in helping others, because, it's what makes me happy. I agree with giving back and taking care of the Earth. Thank you for being an Awesome Steward🥰
Hey brother , thanks for your video. Years back, I gave drug’s up thanks to your message to the world. It helps me a lot tonight. French time, tomorrow afternoon I ll face à jugé for things I ignore. But I truly think it has something to do with freedom. For that thank you. Much love ❤️ Aymeric
Sure, would like to hear more about the beans of death ☠️😀 You could find, or make, a gutter for that roof and be able to collect a lot more rainwater. Dark storage containers/tanks work best to discourage algae growth. You can get those 200L/53 gallon blue, food grade drums pretty cheap second hand, and you'd put some mesh on the top to stop bugs/mozzies getting in. Then the water would stay nice and clean.
I bet he already knows all about collecting rainwater using gutters and a 53 gallon drum. This guy's been living this way for a long time and he said this is just a temporary living place for him.
I love love love your lifestyle. Here in Australia you have inspired me to slowly let go where I can live with the basics and eventually very little. Wonderful video Rob thankyou.
Interesting to see the transition and adjustments over the years as someone who has been following you since the tiny, tiny 'house' in San Diego. Almost an evolution over the years
We live a very simple, off-grid life with minimal possessions and I commend you for your dedication to extreme simplicity. However, destroying your birth certificate, social security card and driver's license seems irresponsible. I would let the DL expire, but still store these documents with a trusted friend or relative. I hope you don't regret your decision 20+ years from now. I wish you well.
ive been doing solo-nomad for this 28 years, most of u explained i done that n thought that n still doing that. i thought im the only one till i found this vlog, damn, im so relieved. to give back to the mother earth i love to clean n restore things ecologically everywhere i stay, n my name r already on every valounter lists in my whole country 😀. lots of people thought im crazy but im fine witih itu. coz this kinda life is not for everybody. im ur new subs, greeting from west papua of Indonesia
This is amazing how transparent you are, how open you share your thoughts and that is so refreshing and beautiful. I am amazed by your lifestyle and I tend to it too as much as I can where I live in France. I moved to the countryside two weeks ago, I buy in bulk as much as possible, natural food, use only raw products for face and hair, natural products to clean... But it has its limits, I cannot live EXCATLY like I would love to, but slowly I learn, test and now I'm reducing my clothes by buying good quality, simple and less worse for the planet ! Thank you for what you share, I've been following you since years now and I really loved this video.
I'd be interested in knowing what you do in the winter months when you can't live in this place. I have come a long way, now living as I do in a cabin (in a pretty cold-winter part of Canada) without running water or indoor plumbing, using an outhouse that came with it, and with much of my belongings coming from the 2 "Re-Use" centres in my area - volunteer-run places at the local dump sites where we can leave useful things for others to pick up free, or forage for things we need. It is quite a lovely syatem that keeps so much out of the landfills. I see where I can live even more simply, something I would like to do. I do grow some of my own food. Thanks for the inspiration!
You have to be careful with peppermint, as bears love peppermint. It attracts them. So if you are out camping or live in an area with bears, be careful with the use of peppermint.
What a wonderful life! I grew up this way. The water came out of the side of the mountain. We grew our own food and we grew tobacco. I didn't care for the tobacco, it was extremely hard work for a child but I remember being very happy!
This is beautiful. I appreciate your rawness with us. I resonate with so much of this and as I prepare to move for the 17th time in 13 years, I am minimizing my possessions. Unfortunately I rely upon a lot of my possessions to make a living (making vegan organic tamales, and farming no-till) but finding a balance that works for me.
Hi Rob! Still happy to hear from you. Brilliant to see you alive & kicking and full of beans (not necessarilly those you keep in your jars) Take carexx
I can't believe I stumbled across your video. This is remarkable. If I was younger, I would consider this. Thank you for letting me live through you for the past 40 minutes!!
A video on the death beans would be great and helpful. I too live off the grid on the mountains in central Europe in a small very old stone house, I grow my food and don't go to any supermarket...I also live alone without family and don't plan to have any...I'm thinking when I get old I want to go and stay under a tree until I die...I invest heavily in my health through living without any toxins either through foods, personal products, clothes, house stuff, electricity or internet, etc...I eat the food I grow and ferment almost everything and I'm the healthiest and happiest I've ever been...my possessions are mainly jars, haha. Thank you for sharing your experience and beautiful life.💚🥰
Love the message Rob. I've been following you for a while and somehow got disconnected. Great to find you again and get a dose of the greenfield way! Although most of us can't completely disconnect, we can certainly incorporate at least some of your minimalist and earth responsible ways of living and reconnect with this amazing planet we call home.
Your amazing. I think most of us think we need lots of “stuff” to fill our lives. Your video is inspiring and the amount of courage you have is incredible. I too, am downsizing now too selling most of my possessions to move to a smaller apartment with less possessions. Its a journey for all of us and each step brings me more freedom. My Best, S😊
Hi Friend, Please be careful regarding your death beans. People suffering with mental illness or kids/adults looks into suicide, that could be horrific! I love your life style and Congratulation on all of the wonderful things you are doing and experiencing in life. Where are you going after NC for the winter months? Also, I'm curious about wild animals entering your home, especially at night when you're sleeping. Those bears and Bob Cats are not so nice! Please stay safe.
I'd love a video on the death beans and your thoughts on death! I think it's really facinating that you have those beans and to be honest, it kind of makes sense to have control over the last day or so of your life when your body could potentially be moved
Hey man you are a big inspiration for me. I have already built an earthbag house with my wife and we try to live as simple as possible for ourselves. Please keep it going what you are doing ;)
Tiny house with so much to convey! I kept wondering with every word you uttered! Although I don’t wonder why, how, when, what like words ever. But today NO! On one point I am similar to you, and that’s no ownership of land ever in my life. Thanks for sharing this wonderful life style, which is out of my reach now, because I understood it very late. Thanks again 🙏
Stumbled upon this but wow am I glad I ever did. “Earth-code” and “The American dream is the world’s nightmare” really struck me. Escaping the claws of systems … seeing you get rid of passport, bank accounts, even birth certificate was so liberating to watch. And those death beads … you choose to live or die … you choose how, when, why and where you leave (hopefully). Thank you for this. 🌸🙏🏼🌸
I can totally see how the discipline and commitment is rewarding towards the things that matter most to you, I appreciate being able to see your journey!
Oh definitely need to hear about the death beans. An honest convo on death is always needed. Our societal take and rituals following death are so twisted.
You are an inspiration my friend…. If more of us understood your concept of living a healthy life,,, our world wouldn’t be as ugly as it is today….. thanks for sharing your awesome life my friend….🙏
I am really inspired by your lifestyle! I may never go as far as you have, but I think I can do so much more. I am striving to reduce my carbon footprint and also really want to reduce my reliance on technology and modern conveniences. Striving to live tiny and simply!! Way to go. Robin!!
Simple life! No stress! No depression. No anxiety. That’s my dream.
Me too
The guy has death beans for when he decides to off himself. Did you even watch the whole video?
But you've got other issues you will not have otherwise, pros and cons to everything.
except the deathbeans
@@mirola73 Getting the feeling that the pros of his lifestyle are beginning to outweigh the cons of our lifestyle
“The American dream is the world’s nightmare.” Wow! I thought I was watching a vid of a tiny house tour, but got so much more. Kudos to you Mr. Greenfield and thank you for being a good steward of your human experience.
It's called the American Dream because you've got to be asleep to believe it. -- George Carlin
Amen and Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
So If the American dream is the world's nightmare then why in the hell do most of the world try to come here?¿??? Must be one really very comfortable and great nightmare. 😅
Awesome quote!
And that quote is deep. I am going to use that. Ty!
"I'm disconnected... so I can be connected." - this statement is so nice. thank you
But needs to go elsewhere to charge his battery... lol
It's not possible for everyone, but we can change somethings , and live a simple life 🙂 is what I do
I had several items in my shopping cart, but after watching your video, guess what - I removed all of them. Thank you so much for reminding me that I already have plenty in my life to bring me happiness
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His channel is monetized? Who manages it. Dental and medical?
Hey there Robin, Just want to let you know you were the inspiration behind our food not lawns garden. We`ve turned our 1/3 acre plot of land into a food and polinator oasis in suburbia.
Your enthusiasm, encouragement ,and example have given us a lot to strive towards. Thanks for sharing your amazing life with us . Wishing you all of the best always.
Fabulous 💖 👌
I lived to Thailand 🇹🇭 & realized they never separated from the land and the nature of nature..
All persons moving to the south of America might learn much from Thai
and the likes of your good heartened will
Thank you 😊 💓
Hello Dear Friend,
I am full of joy hearing that my life has been of service to you. I will continue to be of service for you. I look forward to meeting you one day.
Love,
Robin
@@Robin.Greenfield
Sweet life. For me, my ugly never been washed forever 1984 g20 Chevy camper van, with high top so I can stand up in my van and exercise is awesome freedom on wheels, I am camped north of Vegas out in Great Basin Desert, nobody around me, the wilderness is my yard. Montana to Mexico up and down Rocky Mountains. Catch fish, dry meat out in my van and outside, cheap Walmart food doctored up, every thing in my van up on shelves or under my bed platform, solar power, solar shower and small plastic bathtub, 3
@@robertvann7349that’s sweet, I think I’d really enjoy that
@@robertvann7349 ♥
This man is one of my favourite people in TH-cam and planet earth.
Thank you for your undying service to the Earth and teaching humans how to reconnect with nature. I feel so inspired watching this!
Hello Dear Friend!
You are very welcome!
Here are 100 suggestions of how to put that inspiration into positive action!
www.robingreenfield.org/100
Love,
Robin
💕💕💕💕💕💕
Hi, Rob !
I've missed you during the stress and strife global conflict. I need the balance and serenity that you offer .
Take care,
Cynthia 🌷
Texas
Great website!
Great videos ! Your posts popped up yesterday, since then I keep on bing watching them
Wow!!😮 I am going to be putting much of what you shared into action!!!! Thank you for caring and sharing. Recently my spirit has been leading me in this direction, and next thing I know, you showed up on my YT feed!!!😊 Your 100 changes to live happy and healthy is a game changer!!!
Can't do like U did, Robin, but surely I can reduce & reuse. Thank for the inspiration.
This is how we live in Africa Love and Light!❤❤❤
93/93
What about biting insects ?
Lol pls go on TH-cam and check the village life in SA. Not everybody lives like this in Africa. Again, which part of Africa are u from🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄.
Im moving back to South Africa from Ireland next month! To join a tiny home community farm. Its taken me some time to realise that simple living and a genuine connection with nature is truelly happy living! Love you all: )
@@benjamindrysdale2816 Hi there. Fellow South African here; would like to know where this community farm is that you refer to? I want to try this life just for a temporary change of pace sometime.
This is all I want. I am 28 years old and have been imagining myself living this way until I die. I do not use social media but hook into watching videos like these on TH-cam which I think is more satisfying. Thank you for everything that you do for our Mother Earth. I'll get back on this comment once I finally make it to reality. To all your lovely viewers, your kind comments and pure heart is what we need for a quality life.
Can’t wait for the update!
Mee too
I’m 28 and on the same journey. We aren’t getting any younger. Might as well.
For our mother earth? Lmao
@@Charlimarteli Yes, the earth sustains us. We're made of earth and will return to the earth when we die. Not sure what's funny about it.
Minimalism, sharing with other people, community above all personal needs and keeping things simple. Got the message.
You have more courage than 99.99% of us Robin. I think a video on the death beans would be good, death is a subject that many people are terrified to even think about, from birth we're programmed to think death in hospitals or a nursing home by the hand of pharmaceutical companies is anything other than the deplorable human torture it is. The thought of a calm peaceful and connected death in nature is a shining light compared to wasting away on a drip fed concoction of medications until the lights go out or the doctor decides you've had enough
Another part of that greater discussion is assisted suicide which should be a right for all. Thinking another human being has the right to take away your power and freedom, to force you to live in excruciating and incurable pain just for a few psychopaths to profit is so disgusting its sad that it even has to be a conversation. No decent human being can support the chemical genocide that the lower classes are subjected to
Agree. What's the (Latin or other exact) name of those death beans? Thanks in advance.
Yeah I'd like to know more about the death beans too. I hope it's not a painful poison
I too would like the video on the death beans.
And alsp not good to talk about death in the sense of suicide it might encourage children or anyone to do so too.God Bless you and keep you safe.
Wow.i actually started crying when i heard u talk about all the things im interested in and ive felt so lost becuz i never realized i could do what you do with other people in a community. I have no family or riches but ive always wanted to feel needed and with other like minded people. A community sounds so lovely. Thank for teaching me alot. ❤❤❤
Everything you said here make sense to me. I used to live in a remote village with a small community surrounded by mountains, we did most of the things you did there, we don't live like that anymore however it give me the confidence in this world that no matter what happens, i know what to do even with little money.
Life begins with dreams. You want become rich person, own large house or mansion and fast cars. But as you grow up or get older, you learn to appreciate small things in life. You don't need expensive things to live in this world. This man has everything he needs and he is content of what he has. A beautiful life you living dear sir.
Like Henry David Thoreau.
this is true, and you dont need to be as social as you might have been either..
I'm not ready to go this far, but this makes me think about changes that I can make. I wish you the very best.
You can tell he's living a good life by the muscles of his face. No tension around the eyes, a natural smile.
His face is even slightly up-turned and heallthy in a way that's now foreign to us. Staring down at phones/books/newspapers/work instead of looking out ahead to the horizon. This guy is helping us as a species just by doing this and sharing it with us.
Hmmmm yeah that's nice!
Wait when he’s not that young and his teeth begin to deteriorate. I feel bad for the guy.
@@TTatiana-nj3tw He's eating a natural diet and uses a toothbrush/floss. There's no reason whatsoever for his teeth to deteriorate.
@@letsrock1729 that’s funny)) human’s body does deteriorate whether you eat healthy or not. It’s a natural process of living and dying.
I really enjoy your videos. I just turned 80 years old. I retired a couple years ago and enjoying my time foraging. I am drinking nettle tea as I am watching your program. I would love to be able to achieve this goal.
You have my absolute respect.
Thank you for acknowledging the brutal land disposition from indigenous people through colonization and genocide.
Lmfao! They stole it from each other before 1 European set foot on the north American continent. Read a history book…and no, I dont mean “history” written by white men.
A modern day Thoreau... Such a beautiful life. I hope you are always able to live in your beautiful little abode. Sending love and light to you.
My dude, the fact that you live in bear country with no windows and doors is mind boggling. 😮 You are inspirational. It is an extreme way to live from most people’s point of view, but you are encouraging us to do what we can and move the needle for ourselves and our families. Thank you for the lessons. Be well on your way 🙏🏻
yeah and sleeping right next to all that yummy food too.
Gotta speed up the "return to earth" process a little, getting excreted by a bear does the trick
does he really live in bear country? I would like to hear him respond to this. Surely he would not keep the house so open if there were a high risk of bears. Perhaps there is an explanation?
He has electric fence? 🤔🤔🤔
I live in tennessee near the Smoky Mountains ..my grandson and I came 30 feet from two and they walk the streets...the death beads are a bit daunting to hear about. Given that suicide is at a all time high..Yes the right to die should be considered in some cases..we are not guaranteed of that option but too much...
Also, speaking of books, every time I read the Bible it seems to make so many connections to living off the earth and growing food. I thank God for even the simplest things throughout my day. It is one book I cannot live without.
Yes yes yes
The Bible
Such a comforter
Amen!
Amen to that
Yes, thank you Jesus for unconditional love and grace.
whomp whomp
You said it all
Like when I talk to myself
From our relationship with electricity to how we should decay, even the step for the toilet
WHAT A GREAT LIFE
Hello Julian I couldn't stop listening to you because your match so much with mine. I do a lot of pickling, canning, vinegars and dehydrating herbs, fruits and vegetables. I forage too. I also love being in the open, in a wooden house, eat plenty of available fruits and vegetables like the birds. Although I've been office based most of my life but I've always had that crave of being in the wild. Well, as I'm from a very small island called Mauritius there's not so many so-called wild here. But I love the mountains, rivers and nature. I never thought of coming across someone like you, such an inspiration and charming fellow you are indeed. I really appreciate and enjoy listening to you. Keep the good work going and stay safe.
Asha from Mauritius
I gotta say, at first I didn’t know what to think about the death beans… but as I reached the part where you said you composted your birth certificate and social security card, it made sense. You set up your life so that nothing can control you, even frailty and sickness.. yet you seem radiant and at peace with the world like nobody else. With such passion in your voice.. your eyes.. I feel inspired.. and maybe a bit in love from seeing such a brave man🙈 sitting in my apartment accumulating my commercially produced possessions… I am learning how to to impact less.. to connect more with mother Earth. Which is I guess how the algorithm found you for me in the first place. Thank you❤ best regards, Ruben, Norway
If he has no ID, does that mean he can vote?
I mean all the identity paper only has the meaning we place on them. I believe in reincarnation so. 🤗
I'd also like to add that it's a legal, fairly comfortable, extremely natural, and even a common practice at the end of life to voluntarily simply stop eating and drinking (other species do it all the time, but even humans do, often under hospice care). It takes about 10 days on average, depending on various conditions, of course, for dehydration to fully shut down a human body.
Many good ideas, but i see two things Missing. Art. ❤And God❤❤❤...
@@valerieadams3944 Some people like to experience art in the outside world, rather than take it into a private space. As for God/gods, there're no material objects needed to be connected to the creative forces of the universe. That's in your actions and intentions.
In 2016 I hiked the Appalachian Trail, and really appreciated the community, trust, simplicity, and natural beauty that I experienced. Afterwards I had a hard time trying to incorporate those into my everyday life, and thought maybe it was too idealistic of a goal, until I discovered your youtube channel! Sometimes I doubt myself whenever I do something unconventional, something that nobody around me seems to be doing, but when I see your lifestyle I see that it can be done - not only can it be done, but I could even go more unconventional if I were to choose. It helps to have someone else to do unconventional things with, even though we don't actually know each other. I enjoy your videos about your lifestyle, and I enjoy watching "everything I own" videos on youtube, so I'm looking forward to watching!
PS: I am inspired by so many things! I have also realized that my worm bin that I have in my dorm room is supporting your message (I get to see the things I no longer want benefit other beings and the earth!)
PPS: inspired again!!
Yes. And such a positive role model. No anti-social vibes just deep conviction and commitment...
the non industrial diet really shows!! you radiate health and vitality...and with no filters!!
Wow. I've gotta digest what i just witnessed here. I'm blown away at the thought and introspection that has gone into the re-creation of youself. Time to take a good look at myself and the impact i have on the world.
Thanks for this Robin. You may not be a millionaire, but you are one in a million. ✨✨✨
I'm impressed. Especially as you mentioned textiles which are one of the most exploitative and heavily polluting industries, and perhaps one of the most difficult for the average person to create their own. In a lot of self sufficiency and sustainable living vlogs I've seen, textiles are ignored and yet noone lives without them and they are usually always produced using industrial processes and fossil fuels. It would be educational and inspirational to see more people creating their own textiles from home grown plants so that others could learn. It's not an easy process but it's what our ancestors used to do! Thank you for sharing this video. I really enjoyed your cabin tour and all your thought processes behind what you do. You have come a long long way in reducing your consumerism of the earth's resources. Thank you for inspiring me bro.
You certainly are “wired” differently then your average sleeping citizen .
That’s a good thing 👍
Kudos to you for living your life ,
your way.
We come to this earth to live authentically !
Most people are just unknowingly following a program , honestly , I am no different .
But I do see the program .
Society is so lost , & empty , without purpose & in a constant state of fear .
It’s so sad .
Your a joy to watch ,
Thank you for sharing your life’s journey ✨
I hope many see this video & become inspired ✨
Much love
Thank you for inspiration. So little to be found these days. Beauty of Spirit is so vital, but we live under this dark cloud. You are total sunshine.
Admirable acts of humanity.❤️🙏 God bless you more.
Been a fan for a very long time, I envy you my friend your living in a natural way, no distraction, no stress no hurrying.
You are an inspiration!! I completely understand why you have chosen to live this life. You're a beacon of integrity and of light in a world where we are encouraged to be self-centered, self-absorbed and where everything is about more, more, more. I can't stand it. Yes, you inspire me to be more courageous. Thank you and well done!!!!!
I salute your courage and bravery. Have never seen a true sage like you.
It takes a lot of strength and determination to live this way, you are so extraordinary!
No it doesn't, it is easier than you think. I have been real camping for years and it was super easy.
@@ladybird491how real is your camping compare to this man living in woods
No kidding be a family guy with 4 kids 3 dogs wife that's a hard life keeping them all fed and safe this takes no motivation just day to day.
It is extreme way of life, no bank account, no savings, not sure if it is true, no birth certificate, but i love it. I love simple life, stress free, and care free.
But its not very realistic.... ;-)
@@AmberV1978Monks, etc live this way of life so it can be accomplished with the right mindset.
@@jayadams8159 Entire communities support those monks. It isn't done independently.
I am 55 years old and am almost done building my 198 s foot tiny house. I hope to get away from lights, LP gas and just live as you are living here. I live in a colder climate so have to deal with that. I have chronic health conditions and am hoping to retire in one year... it's a big challenge... but I appreciate your great videos. I am starting a food forest on my .69 acres in suburbia.
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Wow super🎉
So fun, your tiny home is wonderful gift to yourself for retirement. Party🎉
Check out Dr. John and Mary McDougal, Dr. Neal Barnard.
Give these lectures to Africans
Well done Robin! You are a great example of simplification, disconnecting from 'the system', connecting to the Divine Energies and community, and being HAPPY with little. Maybe not for everyone, but it shows people that there are many things possible to reduce our footprint, connect and become more conscious and sovereign - and no ownership! Bless you!
No fault in your lifestyle, it’s a great stewardship you have found on.
Thinking of others equally and above with your life is commendable. Thank you for the inspiration to dissect my own life to live more simply and more minimally, clutter is truly bondage! Letting go takes personal power back!
I am SO jealous! I would give anything to be younger (currently 74) and have the desire the that I have now for a simple, natural life. I so admire what you have done - good for you, your neighbors, and Mother Earth. I just wish I had come to this knowledge and desire earlier in my life. At this point, I can still become more conscious of the balance of life when it’s in tune with the earth. Every little bit helps . . . Bravo with what you’ve done. Again, I am SO jealous! (Thanks for sharing.)❤
It’s not too late for you. Or maybe this doesn’t need to be full time - just go out and breathe.
You had life to do it
I like that narrative of yours, that goes, "my need for freedom is met in certain ways and lost in certain ways.." 👍👍👍
🙏Thank you for reminding about simplicity & the difference between needs & wants. That shows a lot of respect for earth & people & not to waste resources.
I live in almost the same geographic climate in NW Georgia. I lived in a camper on my land for 6 mos. and really enjoyed it. The only real issue is the humidity, you have to watch that depending on the materials you have in the home and what it is made of. I had to wrap my books in plastic. Really love your lifestyle! Good way to decompress... you are doing it so well! So much to learn in one video! I would have to wash my feet tho before I got into bed so I would have to wear shoes LOL.. i still harvest rainwater too.. I water my plants and use it for outdoor cleaning and rinsing. My cats kept everything rodent free. Even if you don't go to this extreme, we can all find ways to cut down our affect on the environment.
as a Black woman (from a partially multiracial family) I appreciate how aware you are of the systems that make up this country. even as a military veteran, I appreciate your views, your consciousness, + your desire to be a good global citizen. I'll be slowly creating something special on 50 acres that's been in my family for a long time not far from where you filmed this video. if you're still in the area by then, I would love to have you be in community with us for a couple of days. I look forward to learning from your website as I'll be brand new to the off-grid life. btw, I love seeing Black earth wisdom + farming while Black on your bookshelf. take good care, brother.
He is a wealthy man. Don't be fooled. Wake up!
Hello Dear Morgan,
Thank you for sharing what is alive in you. I am very grateful for you sharing your experience. I would absolutely love to come stay with you for a couple days in community. I'd be happy to share my insights and experience from living this life if it would be of service to you in deepening your connection to Earth and growing into your new space.
You can email me and I will surely respond: robingreenfield.org/contact
Sending love sister!
Robin
Thank you for opening up a whole new world to me. I’ve leaned so much from you today about living a simple life without a lot of distractions and a lot of unnecessary stuff. 🌳🌲🌿🍂🌾🍁💕🤗
You reminded me of one of my brothers When I watched the video, I wanted to share it with him to show him how he will live a life peacefully rather than feeling exhausted and depressed by life pressure, but he is already gone; he quit his life on 2023, Feb.
But I feel extremely happy and relieved to see your happy face, It feels like my brother lives this life, he talks! Coincidentally, my other brother's name is Robin. He is alive.
Love from Bangladesh dear. Live a true happy life. My dream is also like you. And I am doing my best to fulfil this dream.
Good to see someone with the same mindset. Where I live, people can't understand why I prefer to use my bike and a trailer to transport items to our cabin or why we even care about a simple life. I think they see this as a kind of offense to their lifestyle, even if I never mean to judge them. I wish your example inspires a lot of people to head in this direction too. Thanks a lot for your courage and clear mindedness.
If you watched this video, please don't commit suicide. We need you on this planet and you are a valuable human being, no matter what your life situation is. I care about you and your wellbeing. Thank you. ❤
What we chose to do with our lives is nobody's business but our own. It's selfish to think you would have a say in the life and situation of someone you don't know. I understand you think you are coming from a place of caring but you are way out of line.
@@jerbear7952 It is not just your own business if you commit suicide. It affects your parents, your brothers and sisters, your children and grandchildren and your friends in very profound ways. Their lives will never be the same and they will probably feel guilty for not understanding or preventing it. Sure, we are all responsible for what we do, but if someone is suffering from severe depression they will not see clearly because their whole life will seem black and this action might feel like the only way out in their darkest moment. They may need help and support from other people not to act on that impulse. Suicides can be triggered by reading or hearing about how to do it. That was the reason I wrote this comment: to possibly prevent a tragic death.
Your message was simple and clear… you care. Thank you. 🙏. There are a lot of people that will be happy to hear your message. 🌻
What about bathing in the winter when the lake/water gets colder? 🥶
I'd like to learn more about your thoughts on death. It's really encouraging to see how you manage "without" so many things and still so healthy and active in the world.
Thanks for sharing!
Going where the weather suits your clothes. Good thing others believe in land ownership or he wouldn't have a place to stay or work the land.
Bathing simple jost fill a pot up hest the water. Use a cup to shower with. Did it all winter here due to broken pipes. Simple easy and clean
Hey Robin,
You’ve inspired me to make so many changes in my life. To start a veggie garden (which we eat from year round), to go foraging (which we also eat from year round), to minimize, to live more outside, to reduce waste, to compost, the list goes on…
And you keep inspiring me! 😁
I really enjoyed the update on you life and your frequent uploads!
I would be really interested in the video on the berries! 💀
I was wondering, how do you wash you clothes and bedding?
And do you plan on staying within the US borders for the rest of your life? (since you got rid of your personal documents..)
Thank you for shining your light on so many important topics, in such a beautiful, joyful and loving way 💚
Sending a big hug your way! 😊
Hello Dear Friend!
Awww, I am so happy to hear this. I am here with you breaking free and connecting more deeply one step at a time.
I often wash by hand with water from a natural source. When I am traveling I do often use washing machines.
I may stay in the US for the rest of my life. I may travel internationally without an ID. I may get a passport once again. Time will answer this for me and for you.
Sending love,
Robin
@@Robin.Greenfield thank you so much for answering Robin! I really appreciate it! 😁
Without any firm of identification, he would not be able to physically leave the United States.
Your way of living on earth is by far the best and normal way to live. Simplistic, clean, and pure. Remain blessed
Outstanding. A ample life where you can exist without commercial influence. I enjoyed this video and am committed to downsizing my life as well. I have lived my life without borrowing any money and have been very independent and self supporting. I am now taking another look at my live as it is and would like to live more like you do with some differences. Living and working to better serve the restoration of the earth is my goal. You have given me many ideas on how to better serve the earth. I'm 77 years old and I want to reduce my impact on the further destruction of the environment. Thanks for this outstanding video.
Hello and many blessings to you Robin Greenfield. Thank you so much for inviting us into your temporary home. Thank you for showing us that we can live more happy and simple by connecting with the earth and eliminating all of these distractions that serves no purpose in our lives. Distractions disconnects a lot of people from themselves and the most high God.
That was a genuine moment of happiness when he opened that pickle jar, I crave that for myself
You are a unique and special soul❣️ Your video is very well presented and brings enlightenment to many. I am 77 yrs old and constantly evolving...(as are we all). I thank you so much for your service to the many lives you have/will touch through your life choices. 🙏❤️🥰
I am definitely interested in your rosary beans and your thoughts on death. Please share. Love you Robin.
Ypu have honestly changed my life for the better, seeing all the things we can do as a society its amazing, i honestly didnt know anything about sustainability and you have been that idol man. I love the way you look at things and how you adore mother earth. Since i binged watch all ur videos ive been taken out of the matrix im not gonna lie, people need to wake up and see the real reality thats right under our feets. Wish i could go barefoot like you but also know it takes time to find freedom and taking step by step is important and thanks to you ive started my own journey in my own way of sustainability. Thank you so much Robin❤
I am here with you Dear Friend! Together we are becoming the change we wish to see in the world!
Love,
Robin
@@Robin.Greenfield yess💕
A simple life is living happy just because you are contented of what you have.Your story makes me inspired to go on my everyday life.This is the most inspiring video that i ever seen.May the good Lord bless you always idol in everything you do .Watching you from the Philippines.❤️👋👋👋
7:27 as a Indian I really appreciate you for the quote of Mahatma Gandhi on your laptop.. ' We must be the change that we want to see in the world '.❤❤🇮🇳🇮🇳
Your bed looks comfortable. That's the most important things
Fascinating video and fascinating lifestyle. Every time I see one of these videos it makes me reflect on my own life and how I'm living it, and reminds me to keep things simple and not get caught up with the ideas around me that involve buying more. I will never have that super simple nature connected lifestyle, (it wouldn't really be do-able anyway in England, but also I now have severe ME), but I do still really like trying to make my life more in line with the natural world within my limitations. These videos are so inspiring.
I always did want to live more simply, but over the years I found myself getting distracted by how the world says you should live, let my pride get in the way where work was concerned (needing to prove myself following a career that made me unwell working so hard and not meeting my body's needs ) and allowed myself to get taken off my path a few times. It's nice to come back to this kind of video, to remind myself that I don't NEED all of that out there as my goal, that actually I'm very happy when I live more simply and focus on cooking good whole foods, and walking outside and being out there (when I was able), I don't need a fancy job with lots of money to be happy, neither do I need loads of stuff
I bet your parents are so happy for you, that their son grew up to live a life that is fulfilling to him and giving to others. As a parent, I pray my children don't get caught in the rat race - instead, I pray they live a life of meaning to them. Best wishes to you.
I enjoyed your video. Learned so much, how to live minimalistic! Great tips! I have always believe in helping others, because, it's what makes me happy. I agree with giving back and taking care of the Earth.
Thank you for being an Awesome Steward🥰
Hey brother , thanks for your video. Years back, I gave drug’s up thanks to your message to the world.
It helps me a lot tonight. French time, tomorrow afternoon I ll face à jugé for things I ignore. But I truly think it has something to do with freedom. For that thank you.
Much love ❤️
Aymeric
I love to hear this Brother. I am here with you and will be for many years ahead.
Love,
Robin
Sure, would like to hear more about the beans of death ☠️😀
You could find, or make, a gutter for that roof and be able to collect a lot more rainwater. Dark storage containers/tanks work best to discourage algae growth. You can get those 200L/53 gallon blue, food grade drums pretty cheap second hand, and you'd put some mesh on the top to stop bugs/mozzies getting in. Then the water would stay nice and clean.
they are plastic 😊
I bet he already knows all about collecting rainwater using gutters and a 53 gallon drum. This guy's been living this way for a long time and he said this is just a temporary living place for him.
I love love love your lifestyle. Here in Australia you have inspired me to slowly let go where I can live with the basics and eventually very little.
Wonderful video Rob thankyou.
Absolutely a huge eye opening for me..thanks for sharing
"Absolutely loved your insights on [specific topic] at [timestamp]! 🌟 You always manage to make complex ideas so clear. Keep it up!" [0:01]
Interesting to see the transition and adjustments over the years as someone who has been following you since the tiny, tiny 'house' in San Diego. Almost an evolution over the years
I am glad to be on this journey with you Dear Friend Brandon!
I do want to know more on those death beans...very interesting
I really needed to find this video
A bit of plastic won't kill you
If you're healthy you don't need deodorant
Very rustic. You're proving that abundance is the natural state of the Universe. We honestly can live without slaving our lives a way
We live a very simple, off-grid life with minimal possessions and I commend you for your dedication to extreme simplicity. However, destroying your birth certificate, social security card and driver's license seems irresponsible. I would let the DL expire, but still store these documents with a trusted friend or relative. I hope you don't regret your decision 20+ years from now. I wish you well.
ive been doing solo-nomad for this 28 years, most of u explained i done that n thought that n still doing that. i thought im the only one till i found this vlog, damn, im so relieved.
to give back to the mother earth i love to clean n restore things ecologically everywhere i stay, n my name r already on every valounter lists in my whole country 😀. lots of people thought im crazy but im fine witih itu. coz this kinda life is not for everybody.
im ur new subs, greeting from west papua of Indonesia
Wow, so many answers on the most urgent questions concerning everyday-life-stuff. Respect to you, Robert Greenfield and thanks for your being.
This is amazing how transparent you are, how open you share your thoughts and that is so refreshing and beautiful. I am amazed by your lifestyle and I tend to it too as much as I can where I live in France. I moved to the countryside two weeks ago, I buy in bulk as much as possible, natural food, use only raw products for face and hair, natural products to clean... But it has its limits, I cannot live EXCATLY like I would love to, but slowly I learn, test and now I'm reducing my clothes by buying good quality, simple and less worse for the planet !
Thank you for what you share, I've been following you since years now and I really loved this video.
Hello Dear Friend Sara,
I am here on this journey of living closer to Earth with you. I am elated to hear of your positive steps forward.
Love,
Robin
I'd be interested in knowing what you do in the winter months when you can't live in this place.
I have come a long way, now living as I do in a cabin (in a pretty cold-winter part of Canada) without running water or indoor plumbing, using an outhouse that came with it, and with much of my belongings coming from the 2 "Re-Use" centres in my area - volunteer-run places at the local dump sites where we can leave useful things for others to pick up free, or forage for things we need. It is quite a lovely syatem that keeps so much out of the landfills. I see where I can live even more simply, something I would like to do. I do grow some of my own food. Thanks for the inspiration!
You have to be careful with peppermint, as bears love peppermint. It attracts them. So if you are out camping or live in an area with bears, be careful with the use of peppermint.
This is another level of minimalism. Congratulations!
What a wonderful life! I grew up this way. The water came out of the side of the mountain. We grew our own food and we grew tobacco. I didn't care for the tobacco, it was extremely hard work for a child but I remember being very happy!
This is beautiful. I appreciate your rawness with us. I resonate with so much of this and as I prepare to move for the 17th time in 13 years, I am minimizing my possessions. Unfortunately I rely upon a lot of my possessions to make a living (making vegan organic tamales, and farming no-till) but finding a balance that works for me.
Hi Rob! Still happy to hear from you. Brilliant to see you alive & kicking and full of beans (not necessarilly those you keep in your jars) Take carexx
This is one of the most inspiring videos on off grid living. Thank you for sharing your views.
You are so lucky and one of the riches man on earth!
I can't believe I stumbled across your video. This is remarkable. If I was younger, I would consider this. Thank you for letting me live through you for the past 40 minutes!!
A video on the death beans would be great and helpful. I too live off the grid on the mountains in central Europe in a small very old stone house, I grow my food and don't go to any supermarket...I also live alone without family and don't plan to have any...I'm thinking when I get old I want to go and stay under a tree until I die...I invest heavily in my health through living without any toxins either through foods, personal products, clothes, house stuff, electricity or internet, etc...I eat the food I grow and ferment almost everything and I'm the healthiest and happiest I've ever been...my possessions are mainly jars, haha. Thank you for sharing your experience and beautiful life.💚🥰
Love the message Rob. I've been following you for a while and somehow got disconnected. Great to find you again and get a dose of the greenfield way! Although most of us can't completely disconnect, we can certainly incorporate at least some of your minimalist and earth responsible ways of living and reconnect with this amazing planet we call home.
Your amazing. I think most of us think we need lots of “stuff” to fill our lives. Your video is inspiring and the amount of courage you have is incredible. I too, am downsizing now too selling most of my possessions to move to a smaller apartment with less possessions. Its a journey for all of us and each step brings me more freedom. My Best, S😊
Thank’s for everything you do Robin! Sending warmth your way!
Hi Friend, Please be careful regarding your death beans. People suffering with mental illness or kids/adults looks into suicide, that could be horrific! I love your life style and Congratulation on all of the wonderful things you are doing and experiencing in life. Where are you going after NC for the winter months? Also, I'm curious about wild animals entering your home, especially at night when you're sleeping. Those bears and Bob Cats are not so nice! Please stay safe.
They will find a way regardless.
I'd love a video on the death beans and your thoughts on death! I think it's really facinating that you have those beans and to be honest, it kind of makes sense to have control over the last day or so of your life when your body could potentially be moved
Hey man you are a big inspiration for me. I have already built an earthbag house with my wife and we try to live as simple as possible for ourselves. Please keep it going what you are doing ;)
What is an Earthbag?
Tiny house with so much to convey! I kept wondering with every word you uttered! Although I don’t wonder why, how, when, what like words ever. But today NO! On one point I am similar to you, and that’s no ownership of land ever in my life. Thanks for sharing this wonderful life style, which is out of my reach now, because I understood it very late. Thanks again 🙏
Stumbled upon this but wow am I glad I ever did. “Earth-code” and “The American dream is the world’s nightmare” really struck me. Escaping the claws of systems … seeing you get rid of passport, bank accounts, even birth certificate was so liberating to watch. And those death beads … you choose to live or die … you choose how, when, why and where you leave (hopefully).
Thank you for this. 🌸🙏🏼🌸
I can totally see how the discipline and commitment is rewarding towards the things that matter most to you, I appreciate being able to see your journey!
This is truly independent life. I feel like you look very healthy. and have a life of choice Your home is livable and beautiful, blending with nature.
Oh definitely need to hear about the death beans. An honest convo on death is always needed. Our societal take and rituals following death are so twisted.
You are an inspiration my friend…. If more of us understood your concept of living a healthy life,,, our world wouldn’t be as ugly as it is today….. thanks for sharing your awesome life my friend….🙏
I am really inspired by your lifestyle! I may never go as far as you have, but I think I can do so much more. I am striving to reduce my carbon footprint and also really want to reduce my reliance on technology and modern conveniences. Striving to live tiny and simply!! Way to go. Robin!!
I love what you’re doing and support you. We don’t see eye to eye on everything but we don’t have to. Blessings to you
Your mind set and life style is like or even more than Buddhist monk. Respect!