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Come visit Malaysia! I’m Malaysian and I used to think that I would make the U.K. my forever home. However, the past few years have really made me appreciate my country just a bit more. If you do visit, we will welcome you with open arms !
I left and never came back. That was 20 years ago. It was supposed to be 6 months, and eventually I made a life all around the world. Lived in Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil and South Korea in that time.
You never know where life will take you. Enjoy the adventure.
That sounds awesome! Love to hear from people that have done it before, thanks for sharing.
Brilliant John, except that u missed out the true 'paradise' Msia where I was born?!😂 I left Canada for London 25 yrs ago & 9 yrs & 3 months ago I quit London & m still on the road after having enjoyed my "slow travel" across 35 countries since leaving London and tho life's never a bed of roses but it's incredibly enriching! SEA's the way to go, esp. Msia, sososo much cheaper & people are the friendliest & English's widely spoken, tropical rainforests, mountains, beaches & tons of healthy fruits to enjoy economically, can't say enough!!!
There is no RIGHT choice. Live your life, not by what others think. I've been quietly watching your videos and relate a lot with what you've been talking about. I'm 35 and quit my high paying job last year, so far had 4 months out trying to repair myself and also like you seeking change. Therapy has been great to keep me in check and I hope you enjoy your holiday and making the change you want.
Sounds like you're on a real journey yourself, thanks for sharing and watching the channel.
You are right, it's easy to let life pass you by while you're trying to make the right choices.
Congrats and good luck! 🎉
We're so proud of you! 👏🥂
Thank you! Appreciate the support :)
Good luck to you mate and hope you get you what you need from your trip. I travelled solo to Morocco when I was 30 and met and hung out with people of all ages from 25-60. Had a great time and never felt out of place so I’m sure you’ll be absolutely fine too!
That's good to hear. Always wanted to check out Morrocco
I can totally relate to this…and I think a lot of people are feeling like this right now.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts…you’ll be helping a lot of people 🙏
Moving to dubai or america in 2026. Good choice lad. Dont come back. Nothing left here
Im heading dubai soon UK is finished
@@kayn6858 agreed. How old r u? I feel like a lot of young people want out
@@kayn6858how is UK finished?
@@My_Secret_ArtSketchbookthe system is bankrupt, the social level is evil
Good luck and enjoy. I am also trying to get out of this routine work-home. no time to enjoy life in the uk....trying to keep on top of bills etc. life is slowly slipping away. anyway nice move
Thank you, it is especially tough in the UK at the moment for people. I'm sure better times are on the horizon
I'm happy for you, well done! Looking forward to hearing how you get on!
I'm planning on traveling more this year, but I'm always delaying the date due to contract extensions etc. I know how it is to feel "stuck" in the normal patterns
I know the feeling, there's always another reason to wait. I very nearly postponed this trip but feel like it's now or never. Good luck with your projects
I’ll second a lot of these comments Jay. I think the thing which interests me the most is the pure honesty in you vids and the fact that you’ve started recording the journey from day one… from the not so good feelings, I am intrigued to see how in time things change for you. Keep it up.
Thanks so much man, means a lot. I'm hoping I can eventually build an awesome life for myself and record the journey from rock bottom up to inspire others.
I feel the same way… I’m Irish living in Barcelona… love every minute of it and I couldn’t move back because I do love open nature, landscape, mountains, and cultures… also I had lived in Canada for 2 years…. I do worry about the EU if it did collapse (I really hope it doesn’t) I would leave Europe all together… great video btw :)
I've been sneaky watching your videos. I'm struggling with taking solo trips to other countries. Any advice?
Face your fear. You have the POWER to achieve anything GREAT NOW
It was really interesting to hear you planned a trip to Bangkok, because last week I booked my own. I'm Dutch, so we are neighbours. My social group was massive, but is now virtually non existend, I'm 38. I have never felt truly at home here. I have always felt more connected with international people. My trip will be for a couple of weeks, but it is also to see if I can picture myself living in Thailand, near the beach for the better climate. The weather in Holland and the UK is depressing. Simply seeing the sun would be a massive help. But the most interesting thing is going to be the international expat community of people there. Since most come there being alone, most will be open to meeting new people. I believe your decision of becoming a digital nomad will be the best decision you will ever make. Enjoy.
Brilliant & u should also visit the true 'paradise' Msia where I was born?!😂 I left Canada for London 25 yrs ago & 9 yrs & 3 months ago I quit London & m still on the road after having enjoyed my "slow travel" across 35 countries since leaving London and tho life's never a bed of roses but it's incredibly enriching! SEA's the way to go, esp. Msia, sososo much cheaper & people are the friendliest & English's widely spoken, tropical rainforests, mountains, beaches & tons of healthy fruits to enjoy economically, can't say enough!!! I'm presently in Copenhagen & for the past 6 weeks I hardly get to see a few days of sunlight & it's still puzzling as to how Denmark won the "happiest country in the World"???
Well done mate,this country as had it make no bones about it
I think a lot of places have it hard but we do seem to be especially bad in the UK right now
You'll be fine mate. 30M from Uk I was in Bali solo for 3 weeks this summer and had a class time. Socialising with 25-34 year olds mainly, I would say Bali was a younger crowd than the phillipines (when I went in 2019). Probs depends on where you go to the demographic you'll meet/just fluke. You'll have an unreal time, enjoy :)
That's good to know, Bali does seem to be a younger crowd but not sure if I'll make it to Indonesia...
Men , i spent last winter in Thailand and i can tell you that there a lot of travallers 60+ old. For such places you are never old)
That's great to know, thanks
Arrive in 1999 ... left UK in 2019
I undertand you .. and im even foreigh good luck to you mate
I’ve just got back bro, £1200 a month you will live well for sure
Awesome, I went once before in 2019 so going to be interesting to see how much it's changed
@Jay Wallace Any updates on your move,
How is it & how is the cost of living in Bangkok?
Maybe you are thinking of the digital nomad scene which might be a younger crowd, but when i was in Bangkok/Phuket last year on vacation, there were many foreigners in their 30s and 40s, you will definitely fit in. In fact, I think most guys your age go to SEA for the same reasons you stated (perhaps also to find a wife). Wish you exciting travels, and this is a good update video!
That's good to know. At the risk of sounding really old, last time I was in Thailand you have to go to an internet cafe to access your emails so things have a changed a lot! With a lot of people working online, hadn't considered there might be more people my age, thanks :)
@@JayWallace Oh yes, I remember those times, I'm 32, so I can relate to what you're going through. As many commenters have said, you really express it really well and clear, listening to you is a joy. I'm in the same boat, and am planning a drastic move as well. Men need difficulties to derive meaning. We are all on the same quest, thanks for sharing yours, looking forward to more! :)
There are even tons of Europeans in their 70s, 80s and 90s living all over Southeast Asia. Westerners integrate pretty well in Southeast Asia.
Hi Jay! I'm curious about your new adventure in Southeast Asia and especially what insights it will give you, now that you have the chance to reflect on your current life from a distance. Hopefully we will see this in a video.😉I'm a 31-year-old man from Belgium and have been following you for a while. I don't know any person (online and in real life) who reflects my thoughts as accurately as you do. It's even frightening at times.😆 Your content is super helpful (definitely don't underestimate it). I wish you all the best!
Thank you, really glad the videos are helping. It's funny, I cringe when I edit these videos thinking "no one is going to be interested in this" but great to know that at least a few people find them useful!
Definitely will be sharing the journey with you on the channel. I'm anxious about the trip, but in a good way :)
I live alone but i do exercise daily walking, cycling, walking group many dont go out at night but can chat on video I livr in terrace but go 5 star many are pretty wealthy around here so comfortable and most free, Scotland highlands, but Glasgow. Leith. Edinburgh not isolated i been 65 countries
I red 600 books i saw 120 live music acts, plus volunteer film extra. Etcv
Good luck Jay and all the best in your travels. Are you travelling alone by any chance?
I’m just asking as travelling is also something I’m currently thinking about and wondering if you’d advise travelling alone or in a group?
This is a solo mission for me.
I've done both. I traveled to Thailand with my brother back in 2009 and went to India in 2020 solo.
I would say it depends on what you're looking for.
If you're going somewhere just to explore the country, culture, food etc then you can do that on your own or with someone. Sometimes it's nicer to share those experiences with someone close to you.
If you're like me and want to challenge yourself, to learn and grow then you're going to give yourself a much better chance on your own.
You'll be challenged constantly which helps you grow, you'll get lonely and want to talk to people which can help with social confidence and there's no better builder of self-esteem than only being able to rely on yourself when times are hard.
Hope that helps.
@@JayWallace
Thanks Jay. Yes I’ve been leaning more towards travelling alone tbh as I quite like my own company and I’ll have the time and space to learn and explore without being tied to someone else.
Might start somewhere closer like Europe for an easier challenge then gradually branch out to more faraway places like Southeast Asia or even Qatar, UAE as I’ve become interested in exploring those countries.
Anyway best of luck in your travels and looking forward to watching your future uploads.
Most English people leave the UK and immigrate to Australia 🦘 first destination.
Brilliant Jay! I left Canada for London 25 yrs ago & 9 yrs & 3 months ago I quit London & m still on the road after having enjoyed my "slow travel" across 35 countries since leaving London and tho life's never a bed of roses but it's incredibly enriching! SEA's the way to go & make sure u spend quality time there, esp. Msia, sososo much cheaper & people are the friendliest & English's widely spoken, tropical rainforests, mountains, beaches & tons of healthy fruits to enjoy economically, can't say enough!!!
I did this with Brazil. Went for 3 months. Not sure it really fixed anything, but it was fun.
I left the UK 18 years ago, it was an obvious choice the writing was on the wall. Singapore, UAE, Russia, Malaysia and Georgia are all fantastic compared to the UK/US/EU. Singapore is virtually impossible to live full time now and UAE requires 2,000,000 AED investment for 10 year golden visa. Golden rule stay away from western countries - due to uncontrolled immigration, degeneracy, taxes, lgbt, feminism, poverty etc
You have said everything correct BUT ARENT YOU A IMMIGRANT
Exactly my thought!
Are you homophobic?
Good luck for your new journey, are you going alone or with somebody else
I'm on my own for this one
@@JayWallace I hope you will find what you are looking for and please keep us updated about your life there 🙏
Enjoy mate ❤
Thanks!
@@JayWallace No probs, can’t wait to see the footage
What genres of music do you listen to?
Depends on my mood. Listen to a lot of acoustic folk/country at the moment but anything from rap to classic.
bro how's thailand?
dont forget to keep up with your stamps for your pension if you pay state pension but whilst the laws are changing you will not get a state pension instead you will have to pay into a private pension
I'm 44 and would love to leave the UK. It is just going from bad to worse and no one seems happy here. Immigration is out of control and consequently crime is out of control. We pay high taxes for little in return. The cost of living is high and wages don't cover it. The quality of life in UK is generally poor. The government don't care and are corrupt. By 2030, I'm certain the UK will be a 3rd world country.
Good luck in whatever you decide to do in the future and my advice to anyone that can get out of this place, then do it. Life is too short.
Spot on 👍🙏
So you don't like immigrants in the UK, so would like to emigrate and become an..... Immigrant😊😂
👍
Dont go….
The UK recently got crowned the second most miserable country in the world and I’m starting to believe it 😢
Hi Jay, well done mate what an amazing choice. I totally understand your reservations and your reasons the UK has become a meaningless toxic rat race Now. Have a great time it'll be enriching and you're likely to feel a cocktail of emotions for sure. Try to find "The Beach"😉
It definitely a challenge for a lot of people here. I actually went to "the beach" in 2009, that film was the whole reason I went to Thailand!
@@JayWallace well maybe Now you're older and probably a lot more mature than the first time you'll see it with different eyes and it'll be a good experience. Of course you can get lonely and alienated as well as having a great time too so don't worry about that. Stay safe, keep your wits about you, live well and enjoy some beautiful sunsets.
Don't forget to do the "dairy diet" us westerners eat a lot of Dairy and it makes us smell unpleasant to Thai people. Kind of a sulphur/acetone type smell.
Out there they hardly use any fresh dairy anyway.
Namaste 🙏
Come back with a wife :D
Not sure my girlfriend would be too happy about that!
How come you are not taking her with you ?
Dot get married w asean woman u ll be their atm...
I have known at least over 50 people in the last year leave the UK for south east asia or china. Spain is nice but the EU is expensive and its economy crashing, south east asia is the best place to live, cheap to run, nice weather
bye