I love and appreciate your comments, so please leave them, but I am attending a silent retreat completely unplugged. I will be able to reply on September 8. Thank you for understanding! I am grateful to all of you! Also, I will have the continuation of the rodent saga up when I return.
Most people who judge others are often unhappy with themselves. Life is too short to give your attention to those people. You're living a life of true freedom that makes you happy everyday that you wake up. That is priceless.
I think that is very cool! I would love to do that and I will at some point. My issue is my dogs. I just met a woman at my meditation retreat that lives on a sailboat. She loves it. Enjoy!
I'm 64 in 1979 I left New York in my 1973 Dodge custom van for California got a job immediately but had no place to live so since my van was a custom van I could sleep in it. I got the dreaded knock from the police a couple of times and actually got a ticket for illegal camping that was back in the late seventies but I was actually living in my van not for pleasure but because I had no other choice! Don't pay any attention to haters or the stigma! People that don't know you have no idea who you are or how wonderful a person you are just go on enjoying life and please be careful out there❤
Thank you so much for sharing that! It sounds like you had a lot of fantastic life lessons at a young age. That contributes to what a lovely person you are today.
As a nurse, you’re literally saving lives. As a travel nurse, your income is higher than most or all of the people who don’t allow your rig into their places or disapprove in whatever way they disapprove. I think you’re the winner! Keep winning.
You go girl! I’m a retired male ivy leaguer former medical executive, and I’ve been a full time RVer for several years. Of the three RVs I’ve traveled in, my current Arctic Fox 865 truck camper on a RAM truck is my favorite. The lesson I’ve learned is to not disclose to transient campgrounds that you’re a full timer, just on a camping trip in the TC. Apparently, campgrounds have experienced lots of full timers in beat up old truck campers that obviously don’t look nice next to a new Tiffin Class A. So they have been burned by those old wrecks, and they haven’t kept up with the new truck campers like yours and mine that are as expensive and luxurious as many class C’s. Also, when reserving online there often isn’t a TC option on the vehicle form, so just check Class C. They’re virtually identical! Good luck out there!
What is most likely Steinbeck's overall reason for writing Travels with Charley? He wrote that he wanted to get to know his country again, to learn more about this "new America." "For many years I have traveled in many parts of the world.He bought a new GMC pickup truck, which he named Rocinante, and had it fitted with a custom camper-shell for his journey. At the last minute, he decided to take his wife's 10-year-old French Poodle Charley, with whom he has many mental conversations as a device for exploring his thoughts.
@reedprior4255 Thank you for sharing your experience in traveling in a truck camper and insight into why some campgrounds don't like them. An RV repair guy told me that some campgrounds don't want you to remove them in case of a fire. I remove mine often and no one has said anything to me about that. You are right. Sometimes there isn't a TC option online. I usually check van but a class C is more comparable.
Fellow nurse here! I love your setup and approach to life. While we shouldn’t worry about others’ opinions, it’s harder when it’s family or someone close to you. I admire your decision. I have a truck camper and used it to stay in while finishing out my degree. My family thought I was crazy and couldn’t understand it was cozy and made me happy. They were perfectly fine knowing I go backpacking in the winter with a tent and no electricity, but being in a functional “camper” was a bad idea. 🤣 Glad I found your channel. Keep doing what makes you happy! 💕
Thank you! My family is ok with it now, but my parents still worry when I am traveling. I am almost 60 years old! That's funny! I am glad you found my channel, too!
Anything is possible, but the most important thing is to live a life full of joy and love no matter what you do. Thank you for watching and commenting!
I decided to buy a travel trailer in 2022 brand new, paid cash and wanted aluminum siding instead of the more common fiberglass siding due to staying in the extreme heat of southern Utah. Sometimes the high heat can delaminate the siding by heating the glue too much. I was living in the camper taking care of my elderly mother near by until she passed. I was amazed at how judgmental people were because they thought my camper was old! Parks would say your camper is too old we have a 10 year or less criteria. I would say, it’s new? And have to prove with a vin number. So, I get the judgement and it’s ridiculous. I have since purchased a 5th wheel 42’ and live full and travel full time with my spouse and work online. No more judgement. Sad that this is what society does to people. As you point out, we all deserve kindness, love and respect. We are all unique in our own way. Love your video, transparency and kindness, Thank You for sharing 😊
May I ask…what will happen when your fifth wheel becomes older than ten years? Have you discussed that with the RV Park managers? I lived in a 36’ new Redwood fifth wheel for five years…but sold it and moved into an apartment.
@@TrilobitesRTasty it will depend on if the place you wish to stay will allow you into their park. Many places I have been to while traveling have this “standard” they want to maintain so I would assume you would be turned away. They want to keep the aesthetics of the place looking good and I guess old campers don’t fit the mold! It can be difficult to choose other options such as state parks due to size limits, being in a 42’ makes it difficult, but living full-time with 2 people and a dog requires a bit more space, especially if you work remote and need office space or at least a place to have your laptop etc. Once you reach your 10 yr mark, I guess you upgrade 🤷♀️
@5dognight422 Your story made me chuckle! That's extreme heat to delaminate an RV! Sounds like you and your spouse are living a good life! Thank you so much for sharing and watching!
We all go through trauma in our lives a lot of times it starts very early and it affects us for the rest of our lives. Whatever trauma you have been through, you have turned out to be a lovely wonderful person🙏
Thank you for your kind words and wisdom. I agree. We all suffer and deal with it the best way we can. It is one of the things that connect us as humans, but most people keep it hidden. I appreciate you watching.
You are delightful, Kim Ann. Beautiful message. I am almost 4 years in my Sienna Camper. I find it hard to think about living another way. So many people stop and admire my home on wheels, they express their desire to do something similar. There is however that segment of society who look down at me. Even other Van (Sprinter) lifers, who consider my mini van a joke. But I dont care! We strive on and have our best life! God bless you and your fury companions. 😊
A minivan makes a very comfortable home with many benefits that larger vans don't have. There are pros and cons to each rig, but you chose the one that's right for you! You have a great life outlook. People will always judge but it's not about you, it's about them. Yay for you!
@@KimannChessa I pray that your silent retreat was a blessing. I often think about going completely off grid only checking things from my laptop one day per week. 😊 remembering when pagers and push button phones didn’t even exist. What fid we do?
I am so happy that you are able to love yourself! That's amazing! You were always complete, worthy and lovable just the way you are! There was never anything wrong with you ever!
@KimannChessa Thank you 💯... i don't believe it or not. He was watching Van life and all the accomplishments. Each and every individual was able to make what saved me from myself sabotage.
Unfortunately, events have happened, but you are still living your life and planning your adventures! That's amazing for you! Bad things will always happen in life, but not getting stuck in them is all we can do. You are doing that! I'm excited for you!
Had to listen twice, u made some big points; "their perception", And "when did u feel hurt like this before? Going back n realizing it's from a past experience, n it brings up the trauma of it...use it to heal..". Your right! It's all their perception, and even misperception of reality. "And it's not about you...". Yeah that's where the hurt comes in because u think it's about u, when in fact it's just their reality. Mind blowing 🤯. Great insight! Thx. 🤗 🍻
Thanks for sharing! I'm so happy that you get it. It not an easy concept to understand and it took me a while to fully get it. I'm late with replies because I was totally unplugged at a silent meditation retreat.
You are not homeless , you are "houseless" and there's a big difference. Being homeless is not a choice and like you said it's a sad situation most times why they ended up there being houseless is an awesome choice. I think you have an awesome lifestyle, the missus with the big camper who actually started to avoided you after needed to get her narcissistic nose out of the air LOL. I can't believe a RV Park not allowing a truck camper that blows my mind. I read, when someone points a finger at you they have three pointing back at themselves like you say it's a reflection of themself not of you. Keep on TRUCKIN because you're certainly living my dream right now LOL. Have an awesome time away my friend.
Thank you, Gary! I agree with you. People who judge are judging themselves harsher. The Ho'oponopono Song says "Love the one who judges. Love the one who lies. For they are the one who's hurting deepest down inside." I always try to remember that and it puts any judgement in perspective. Good to hear from you! Keep hiking with Tucker!
You are a very caring and compassionate person. You are living a life that is right for you that doesn't hurt anyone or do any harm to anyone. You send a good message to us in your videos. Don't let anyone put you down for how you live. It's good to see that you enjoy life on your terms and share you experiences with us. God bless you and love to you. Vinny in CT
Hugs!! Your story resonates with me cause I struggled with loving myself in the midst of harsh judgement & relentless bullying from others, & then, in adulthood, love & acceptance & self-forgiveness for beating myself up for how others treated me, & for the narcissistic abusive husband I had trying to gain everything from me!! I know now, to love myself & be who I am cause nobody else or no man will ever love me the way God & I love me!!! And I’m good with it!! And….. I no longer care what people think of me! As long as I know what makes me happy is good for me, acceptable to God, & it won’t hurt anybody, then I’m gonna do it, and be who I am, & it’s nobody’s business to tell me otherwise!! Their opinions of me do t matter anymore! And that’s what saves & protects my self-preservation & dignity!! Not let what others think of me bother me!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂 I like your rig, btw!! It looks comfy & homey!! I’d just opt for something lighter in weight so it doesn’t squash the payload of the vehicle!!! Like I’d go for the project m pop top by @fourwheelcampers.
Hugs back to you, Jenny! You weathered the storm and are a better person because of it! Learning to love yourself and your devotion to God is an amazing gift! Yay for you! Btw, Four Wheel Campers are great rigs! Sending you love!
I’m in tears. You are full of wisdom. I understand and I know I still have soooo many emotional triggers. I need to find my 4 agreements book! Thank you for being so open.
The Four Agreements is a great read, I discovered it 20+ yrs ago when I was reconneting to my spiritual path. I had to digest it one agreement at a time, reading it many times and slowly incorporating what had resonated with me and then connecting the dots to my current foundation of my spiritual beliefs. I continue to learn more evry day as it is an ever evolving path as I discover more of the actual truth!!!
Yes! That's amazing for you! Learning more every day is a beautiful way to live! It keeps you growing and becoming a better person. You are humble and wise enough to be walking a noble path.
I keep a picture of my younger self on my dresser so that I can offer her love and compassion and forgiveness for marrying and staying married to a narcissist for over 20 years! It is a powerful act, offering love to our younger, wounded selves. Doesn’t sound silly at all!! Love the 4 agreements book too. Very powerful when taken as practice. And look at how much JOY you have now❤ Keep thriving and sharing your journey with us. It’s inspirational!
I love that practice!!! ❤❤ Thank you for sharing it! It's beautiful! Often times, we beat ourselves up about choices like that, but it was along our path to teach us something! I love following your journey too! You are living life and having fun!
I spend weeks per year in my truck camper. I love it. Soon to retire and hit the road for part of the year. Keep on truckin and don’t worry about what others think. You do you. 👍
I can so relate to you doing inner child work. For years what I thought was love was what I was taught; I didnt deserve it. Coming back from that dark night of the soul but still on the mud, wading through. New sub here
Thank you for the kind comment! I know the dark night of the soul. I am so glad you are back! It is painful, but so much healing can come from it! Keep wading through! I am so happy you are along for the ride!
You are a compassionate soul! I can feel your hug! My pain is not unique, but it's all ok. I learned so much, and I want to share to help others. Thank you for watching! 🙏🤗
Beautiful video. Judgments (both positive and negative) are everywhere and for a myriad of reasons. Human nature, I think, probably going way way back to life and death assessments. Apparently I was very lucky when I stayed at a lot of Thousand Trails parks 2004 - 2007 in my 1984 Toyota Dolphin. They didn't have the vehicle age restrictions that so many parks have now. Kimann, I very much appreciate your view of the world, how compassionate, emotional, authentic, empathetic and open minded you are. Glad you're living your best life. Just do you! Also, I had the exact same take-away after reading The Four Agreements one time. I'll have to read it again ;)
Thank you, Monica! I always love to read your comments. I had to read the Four Agreements several times before it fully sunk in. It is such an impactful book!
Beautiful message. ❤ I wish I could live the life I wanted, not able to at this point. I am doing the work on myself through EFT and Ho'oponopono. I'm so grateful that your video was in my feed. ❤❤❤
That's so amazing for you, Andrea! A healing journey is painful at times but so worth every moment! Be kind and compassionate with yourself and walk the road to how you want to live, even if there are two steps forward and one back. You will get there! I am sending you loving kindness! ♥❤🤗
Never-ending what anyone says you are FREE you are HAPPY you get to travel visit friends/family YOU ENJOY EVERY MOMENT ❤ life is a precious gift. Soon after I retired I was stricken down with stage 4 cancer that paralyzed me. I will never feel the sand or waves of the beautiful Florida beaches I am confined to living out my life in a nursing home.... it's miserable.
@virginiawestcot3111 I am sending you love, Virginia! It's so sad that bad things happen to lovely people, but you are still living a life of purpose by sharing your experiences and wisdom with others. I appreciate you!
You're exactly right about triggers and the deep dive into shadow work! I've discovered that no one is required to understand me, but they should respect me and my choices, not that they will. If someone is willing to connect with me that is always a good thing and if they don't relate, that's OK too regardless of how we choose to live. I generally don't judge which doesn't stop others from judging me and that is their issue to dive into, not mine. I feel like I could dive so much deeper into this rabbit hole of discussion. I am too familiar with the experience of a narcissistic relationship while recognizing it as a teacher that influenced my alchemy and transformative power. Setting boundaries and preferences and maintaining them is a first step to self-love.
Wise words from a wise man! I got the same lessons from my seventeen year narcissistic relationship. It was my greatest teacher and I had to go through it to learn. I am a slow learner but that's perfectly fine. I always appreciate your honestly and your ability to openly share your life lessons. Thank you!
What a beautiful and powerful video!! Thanks for your honesty and transparency. I truly believe that most are probably jealous of your new found freedom. Material possessions will never fulfill anyone. I want less stuff and more freedom. I once heard the saying “hurting people, hurt people”. I highly doubt that lady with the huge R/V and a house in NY is truly happy. You can’t buy happiness!!
Thank you for your insight! I often say that phrase, "Hurt people, hurt people" because it is so true and puts everything in perspective. I usually get the vision of an injured animal that licks their wounds and can only focus on the hurt. If other animals come close, they lash out. It allows me to view the person with compassion but not get sucked into their suffering and take their words and actions personally. Thank you for watching and commenting.
Kimann, I appreciate you sharing this video. I'm confident many will find your wise advice useful. Thank you for uplifting others who may be in a similar situation. I too am sending my best wishes and love back to you. 🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️
Never feel guilt and shame for living your life on your own terms. Anyone who has issues with it or judges you because of it has their own issues to deal with. Not worth a second thought on your part. Many of us wish we could live like you.
Good point! I have never been to SF but will someday. I tend to steer clear of cities but I do enjoy them for a limited time. Good restaurants, museums, theater!
Just be yourself, don't care about what other people say. You're not harming anybody and I agree with that book.. Don't take what they say personal. Good video 👍 ❤
Being in debt is the American way. LOL... I did what you are doing my entire adult life and now that I'm up in years I finally decided to settle down. I have a nice home base and I go out on the road from there. Love having a nice secure place to come back to though.
I'm happy for you! Sounds like you have a good life. Constant traveling is awesome but it can get tiresome, because you don't have a stable, comfortable refuge from the world. You have the best of both worlds!
When my 2 daughters were little and would have issues with other children,I would tell my girls that.⚘👍❣❣❣❣ so very true,we need to love ourselves and yes it is other peoples issues that make them judge others,Very sad but true. My girls are grown and they are beautiful women and I am so proud that I was able to strengthen them through their young lives. We do need to be who we are and yes be happy within will make you a much happier soul. Thank you f ok r being you and being a beautiful soul. ⚘👍❣😊⚘👍❣ You are living your dream and I am so happy for you,be safe,be happy and always stay as you are; Beautiful ⚘❣👍
@@KimannChessa aaawww,thank you for that sweet replu,⚘😊 your children are so lucky to have you for their mom.👍❣ hope alls well with you out there.?. Take care my friend ⚘😊👍❣
Really enjoyed this video Kimann,Loved what you had to say,If you can,Come on down to southwest Florida,We’ll go get a beer,I’d love to see your rig and meet your 2 travel buddies
I am very fortunate to have learned something extremely important in my early twenties. No matter what you do in life someone is not going to like it so screw'em. At 64 I've lived my entire life the way I want.
Yay for you! That's an amazing lesson to their early on in life! I didn't learn it until much later but the realization was very impactful. Many people aren't as fortunate and live in the fog for their entire lives.
Hi Kimann, it's the Prez Enjoy your quiet retreat and I love your inspirational video. You helped me realize I need to work on a few things.lol Thank you for that... love you ❤️
This is great! Sometimes i think having grown up with super critical parents makes some of us a little unsure how to love ourselves. By the way, your truck camper is awesome and anyone would be lucky to have such a nice rig. :)
Yes! You are so right! Learning to love yourself is a long road if you weren't accepted as a child, but it is possible, and you learn so much in the process - love and compassion for yourself and others. Thank you, Keya!
❤wow I'm so happy for you,I'm just learning about this kind of lifestyle/van life, And I'm also 22yrs in to a Narcissist relationship and I do have a truck but it has 257,000 miles and what I wouldn't give to just be able leave, one day,and start loving myself and my pupps❤
You can get there! You are with a narcissist because you are a loving, compassionate person with a bright light. Narcissists drain that light. I put others first, always thought things were my fault, and had wishy-washy boundaries. I walked on eggshells and censored everything I said. I hid myself in order not to make waves. That was familiar because I had to do it my entire childhood. You are worthy of being accepted and loved for who you are. I am sending you love. It is very challenging. 🤗❤
I love and appreciate your comments, so please leave them, but I am attending a silent retreat completely unplugged. I will be able to reply on September 8. Thank you for understanding! I am grateful to all of you! Also, I will have the continuation of the rodent saga up when I return.
You keep doing what your doing as long as you enjoy what you are doing.
I'm back from my very insightful silent meditation retreat! I appreciate your understanding of my delayed response. I appreciate all of you! 🙏😊❤
@@KimannChessa enjoy and be safe 😁👍🏽
@@KimannChessa Happy to have you back 🌹
Most people who judge others are often unhappy with themselves. Life is too short to give your attention to those people. You're living a life of true freedom that makes you happy everyday that you wake up. That is priceless.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me! You are very wise!
Owning things ties you down and just brings more problems. You have freedom.
Very true! Thanks for sharing your wisdom. Still, our society always tries to persuade us to buy more and more - everywhere we look.
Been living on a boat for 6 years. Funny, some people think it's really cool and others don't get it at all. I really like it
I think that is very cool! I would love to do that and I will at some point. My issue is my dogs. I just met a woman at my meditation retreat that lives on a sailboat. She loves it. Enjoy!
I'm 64 in 1979 I left New York in my 1973 Dodge custom van for California got a job immediately but had no place to live so since my van was a custom van I could sleep in it. I got the dreaded knock from the police a couple of times and actually got a ticket for illegal camping that was back in the late seventies but I was actually living in my van not for pleasure but because I had no other choice! Don't pay any attention to haters or the stigma! People that don't know you have no idea who you are or how wonderful a person you are just go on enjoying life and please be careful out there❤
Thank you so much for sharing that! It sounds like you had a lot of fantastic life lessons at a young age. That contributes to what a lovely person you are today.
As a nurse, you’re literally saving lives. As a travel nurse, your income is higher than most or all of the people who don’t allow your rig into their places or disapprove in whatever way they disapprove. I think you’re the winner! Keep winning.
I love your positivity! I can feel it! Thank you!
@@KimannChessa ❤️❤️❤️
In all honesty I think living outside the box is so appealing. You’re living an adventure. I love it.
I appreciate you sharing that with me! 😊🙏
Good for you. People forgot what camping means. It's a getaway to nature not how much money you're made of. Good video. Have fun and enjoy.
Thank you!
You go girl! I’m a retired male ivy leaguer former medical executive, and I’ve been a full time RVer for several years. Of the three RVs I’ve traveled in, my current Arctic Fox 865 truck camper on a RAM truck is my favorite. The lesson I’ve learned is to not disclose to transient campgrounds that you’re a full timer, just on a camping trip in the TC. Apparently, campgrounds have experienced lots of full timers in beat up old truck campers that obviously don’t look nice next to a new Tiffin Class A. So they have been burned by those old wrecks, and they haven’t kept up with the new truck campers like yours and mine that are as expensive and luxurious as many class C’s. Also, when reserving online there often isn’t a TC option on the vehicle form, so just check Class C. They’re virtually identical! Good luck out there!
What is most likely Steinbeck's overall reason for writing Travels with Charley?
He wrote that he wanted to get to know his country again, to learn more about this "new America." "For many years I have traveled in many parts of the world.He bought a new GMC pickup truck, which he named Rocinante, and had it fitted with a custom camper-shell for his journey. At the last minute, he decided to take his wife's 10-year-old French Poodle Charley, with whom he has many mental conversations as a device for exploring his thoughts.
@reedprior4255
Thank you for sharing your experience in traveling in a truck camper and insight into why some campgrounds don't like them. An RV repair guy told me that some campgrounds don't want you to remove them in case of a fire. I remove mine often and no one has said anything to me about that. You are right. Sometimes there isn't a TC option online. I usually check van but a class C is more comparable.
I was a travel nurse for 14 years and lived in a small travel trailer and loved it. Retired in the rv is better. Good for you.
It is a great way to live!
Fellow nurse here! I love your setup and approach to life. While we shouldn’t worry about others’ opinions, it’s harder when it’s family or someone close to you. I admire your decision. I have a truck camper and used it to stay in while finishing out my degree. My family thought I was crazy and couldn’t understand it was cozy and made me happy. They were perfectly fine knowing I go backpacking in the winter with a tent and no electricity, but being in a functional “camper” was a bad idea. 🤣
Glad I found your channel. Keep doing what makes you happy! 💕
Thank you! My family is ok with it now, but my parents still worry when I am traveling. I am almost 60 years old! That's funny! I am glad you found my channel, too!
Girl! I hate working my life away. You have the life I want to have one day. Cheers!!
Anything is possible, but the most important thing is to live a life full of joy and love no matter what you do. Thank you for watching and commenting!
I decided to buy a travel trailer in 2022 brand new, paid cash and wanted aluminum siding instead of the more common fiberglass siding due to staying in the extreme heat of southern Utah. Sometimes the high heat can delaminate the siding by heating the glue too much. I was living in the camper taking care of my elderly mother near by until she passed. I was amazed at how judgmental people were because they thought my camper was old! Parks would say your camper is too old we have a 10 year or less criteria. I would say, it’s new? And have to prove with a vin number. So, I get the judgement and it’s ridiculous. I have since purchased a 5th wheel 42’ and live full and travel full time with my spouse and work online. No more judgement. Sad that this is what society does to people. As you point out, we all deserve kindness, love and respect. We are all unique in our own way. Love your video, transparency and kindness, Thank You for sharing 😊
May I ask…what will happen when your fifth wheel becomes older than ten years? Have you discussed that with the RV Park managers? I lived in a 36’ new Redwood fifth wheel for five years…but sold it and moved into an apartment.
@@TrilobitesRTasty it will depend on if the place you wish to stay will allow you into
their park. Many places I have been to while traveling have this “standard” they want to maintain so I would assume you would be turned away. They want to keep the aesthetics of the place looking good and I guess old campers don’t fit the mold! It can be difficult to choose other options such as state parks due to size limits, being in a 42’ makes it difficult, but living full-time with 2 people and a dog requires a bit more space, especially if you work remote and need office space or at least a place to have your laptop etc. Once you reach your 10 yr mark, I guess you upgrade 🤷♀️
@5dognight422 Your story made me chuckle! That's extreme heat to delaminate an RV! Sounds like you and your spouse are living a good life! Thank you so much for sharing and watching!
We all go through trauma in our lives a lot of times it starts very early and it affects us for the rest of our lives. Whatever trauma you have been through, you have turned out to be a lovely wonderful person🙏
Thank you for your kind words and wisdom. I agree. We all suffer and deal with it the best way we can. It is one of the things that connect us as humans, but most people keep it hidden. I appreciate you watching.
Do not listen to other peoples damn options. You make your self happy. You go girl!
Very true! Thank you!
I think that You are beautiful, inside and out. Thank you for your candidness.
Wow, thank you for watching!
Happy to find your channel.
Love the pups too!
Great show thank you from NZ. I live full time in my truck camper and I love it to.
That's awesome! I would love to go to NZ. It seems like a beautiful place to be in a camper.
I admire how you are living. Those snobby people did you a favor. They showed you right away that they aren’t worth your time. ❤
Very true!
You are delightful, Kim Ann. Beautiful message. I am almost 4 years in my Sienna Camper. I find it hard to think about living another way. So many people stop and admire my home on wheels, they express their desire to do something similar. There is however that segment of society who look down at me. Even other Van (Sprinter) lifers, who consider my mini van a joke. But I dont care! We strive on and have our best life! God bless you and your fury companions. 😊
A minivan makes a very comfortable home with many benefits that larger vans don't have. There are pros and cons to each rig, but you chose the one that's right for you! You have a great life outlook. People will always judge but it's not about you, it's about them. Yay for you!
@@KimannChessa I pray that your silent retreat was a blessing. I often think about going completely off grid only checking things from my laptop one day per week. 😊 remembering when pagers and push button phones didn’t even exist. What fid we do?
@@VinnieVan Being totally unplugged is wonderful! It takes a lot of stress off, and you can be fully present.
Yes enjoy your life 🎉🎉🎉🎉thanks much
Thank you too!
❤🫂🫂🫂🫂 You're not alone. I felt the same. It took me a few years to start liking myself. To realize that there's nothing wrong with me.😢😢😢
I am so happy that you are able to love yourself! That's amazing! You were always complete, worthy and lovable just the way you are! There was never anything wrong with you ever!
@KimannChessa
Thank you 💯... i don't believe it or not. He was watching Van life and all the accomplishments. Each and every individual was able to make what saved me from myself sabotage.
Trauma Head injury 11-26-13 and stroke 10-20-2019. Now, I'm trying to get out of here, Ford Transit vans. At least I can drive.
Unfortunately, events have happened, but you are still living your life and planning your adventures! That's amazing for you! Bad things will always happen in life, but not getting stuck in them is all we can do. You are doing that! I'm excited for you!
Had to listen twice, u made some big points;
"their perception",
And "when did u feel hurt like this before? Going back n realizing it's from a past experience, n it brings up the trauma of it...use it to heal..".
Your right!
It's all their perception, and even misperception of reality.
"And it's not about you...".
Yeah that's where the hurt comes in because u think it's about u, when in fact it's just their reality. Mind blowing 🤯. Great insight! Thx. 🤗 🍻
Thanks for sharing! I'm so happy that you get it. It not an easy concept to understand and it took me a while to fully get it. I'm late with replies because I was totally unplugged at a silent meditation retreat.
You are not homeless , you are "houseless" and there's a big difference. Being homeless is not a choice and like you said it's a sad situation most times why they ended up there being houseless is an awesome choice. I think you have an awesome lifestyle, the missus with the big camper who actually started to avoided you after needed to get her narcissistic nose out of the air LOL. I can't believe a RV Park not allowing a truck camper that blows my mind. I read, when someone points a finger at you they have three pointing back at themselves like you say it's a reflection of themself not of you. Keep on TRUCKIN because you're certainly living my dream right now LOL. Have an awesome time away my friend.
Thank you, Gary! I agree with you. People who judge are judging themselves harsher. The Ho'oponopono Song says "Love the one who judges. Love the one who lies. For they are the one who's hurting deepest down inside." I always try to remember that and it puts any judgement in perspective. Good to hear from you! Keep hiking with Tucker!
Your rig seams to be fantastic , I like it. I judge you: you are genuinely a very nice and lovely person, I think your patients are glad to have you.
Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!!
I love that you're smiling with joy through it all!
I try! It helps to have a positive attitude.
You are a very caring and compassionate person. You are living a life that is right for you that doesn't hurt anyone or do any harm to anyone. You send a good message to us in your videos. Don't let anyone put you down for how you live. It's good to see that you enjoy life on your terms and share you experiences with us. God bless you and love to you.
Vinny in CT
Love to you, Vinny! Thank you for your kind encouraging words!
And I always wanted to go on the road. So keep doing what you're doing you're so beautiful
Thank you so much!!
Hugs!! Your story resonates with me cause I struggled with loving myself in the midst of harsh judgement & relentless bullying from others, & then, in adulthood, love & acceptance & self-forgiveness for beating myself up for how others treated me, & for the narcissistic abusive husband I had trying to gain everything from me!! I know now, to love myself & be who I am cause nobody else or no man will ever love me the way God & I love me!!! And I’m good with it!! And….. I no longer care what people think of me! As long as I know what makes me happy is good for me, acceptable to God, & it won’t hurt anybody, then I’m gonna do it, and be who I am, & it’s nobody’s business to tell me otherwise!! Their opinions of me do t matter anymore! And that’s what saves & protects my self-preservation & dignity!! Not let what others think of me bother me!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂 I like your rig, btw!! It looks comfy & homey!! I’d just opt for something lighter in weight so it doesn’t squash the payload of the vehicle!!! Like I’d go for the project m pop top by @fourwheelcampers.
Hugs back to you, Jenny! You weathered the storm and are a better person because of it! Learning to love yourself and your devotion to God is an amazing gift! Yay for you! Btw, Four Wheel Campers are great rigs! Sending you love!
Zen and the art of truck camping. Keep up your awesome attitude and travels.
Thank you! Zen! Love that!
I love what you said about comforting your inner child. Actually, I loved everything you said. Good stuff.
That makes me happy that it resonated with you! I appreciate the fact that you shared it with me. 😊
I’m in tears. You are full of wisdom. I understand and I know I still have soooo many emotional triggers. I need to find my 4 agreements book! Thank you for being so open.
Thank you for watching! I have tears now, too!
You would be so enjoyable to talk to. Love how open you are. Thanks for sharing.
😊 thank you!
The Four Agreements is a great read, I discovered it 20+ yrs ago when I was reconneting to my spiritual path. I had to digest it one agreement at a time, reading it many times and slowly incorporating what had resonated with me and then connecting the dots to my current foundation of my spiritual beliefs. I continue to learn more evry day as it is an ever evolving path as I discover more of the actual truth!!!
Yes! That's amazing for you! Learning more every day is a beautiful way to live! It keeps you growing and becoming a better person. You are humble and wise enough to be walking a noble path.
@@KimannChessa Thank you for your kind words.
I keep a picture of my younger self on my dresser so that I can offer her love and compassion and forgiveness for marrying and staying married to a narcissist for over 20 years! It is a powerful act, offering love to our younger, wounded selves. Doesn’t sound silly at all!! Love the 4 agreements book too. Very powerful when taken as practice. And look at how much JOY you have now❤ Keep thriving and sharing your journey with us. It’s inspirational!
I love that practice!!! ❤❤ Thank you for sharing it! It's beautiful! Often times, we beat ourselves up about choices like that, but it was along our path to teach us something! I love following your journey too! You are living life and having fun!
Good for you ❤
Thanks, Virginia!
I love that life style also. Nothing beats the freedom
Very true! There are pluses and minuses, as with anything.
What a beautiful life you’re living! Thank you for sharing this video. Will help so many! 😊
Thank you for watching it!
I spend weeks per year in my truck camper. I love it. Soon to retire and hit the road for part of the year. Keep on truckin and don’t worry about what others think. You do you. 👍
Thank you so much! Happy truck camping!!
Wow, you opened something up for me… brought tear’s to my eyes. Girl, I like who you are too!❤
Thank you so much for sharing that with me!
You are so pure and a breath of fresh air ❤
Thank you so much!
I can so relate to you doing inner child work. For years what I thought was love was what I was taught; I didnt deserve it. Coming back from that dark night of the soul but still on the mud, wading through. New sub here
Thank you for the kind comment! I know the dark night of the soul. I am so glad you are back! It is painful, but so much healing can come from it! Keep wading through! I am so happy you are along for the ride!
I'm glad you like who you are, keep living your life and love yourself that's what matters
Yes! Thank you!
I love your words of wisdom! Your genuineness comes across. Great video, thank you!
Wow, thank you!
You are awesome😊
Thank you so much 😀 I appreciate you watching!
Love the four agreements! Great book to live by!
Totally agree!
Sorry for all the pain. Sounds like you need a big hug. Keep up the good videos! Happy trails.
You are a compassionate soul! I can feel your hug! My pain is not unique, but it's all ok. I learned so much, and I want to share to help others. Thank you for watching! 🙏🤗
Do what you want life is short. Enjoy and be safe out there!
Very wise words!
Beautiful video. Judgments (both positive and negative) are everywhere and for a myriad of reasons. Human nature, I think, probably going way way back to life and death assessments. Apparently I was very lucky when I stayed at a lot of Thousand Trails parks 2004 - 2007 in my 1984 Toyota Dolphin. They didn't have the vehicle age restrictions that so many parks have now. Kimann, I very much appreciate your view of the world, how compassionate, emotional, authentic, empathetic and open minded you are. Glad you're living your best life. Just do you! Also, I had the exact same take-away after reading The Four Agreements one time. I'll have to read it again ;)
Thank you, Monica! I always love to read your comments. I had to read the Four Agreements several times before it fully sunk in. It is such an impactful book!
Kimann thank you for your openest, my only advice would be just stay you. You are a beautiful person with no tattoos 😉, stay that way.
😊 Thank you so much! That's so kind! Tattoos are just not for me, but never say never, right?
Thank you 🙏 This is an important message and it helped me immensely. I’m not there yet, but folks like you are a great inspiration.
You are so welcome. Thank you for watching and sharing your kind words with me!
Beautiful message. ❤ I wish I could live the life I wanted, not able to at this point. I am doing the work on myself through EFT and Ho'oponopono. I'm so grateful that your video was in my feed. ❤❤❤
That's so amazing for you, Andrea! A healing journey is painful at times but so worth every moment! Be kind and compassionate with yourself and walk the road to how you want to live, even if there are two steps forward and one back. You will get there! I am sending you loving kindness! ♥❤🤗
Never-ending what anyone says you are FREE you are HAPPY you get to travel visit friends/family YOU ENJOY EVERY MOMENT ❤ life is a precious gift.
Soon after I retired I was stricken down with stage 4 cancer that paralyzed me. I will never feel the sand or waves of the beautiful Florida beaches I am confined to living out my life in a nursing home.... it's miserable.
Thinking of you ❤
Just remember, as long as you’re alive, you have a life you can make the most of ❤
@virginiawestcot3111 I am sending you love, Virginia! It's so sad that bad things happen to lovely people, but you are still living a life of purpose by sharing your experiences and wisdom with others. I appreciate you!
Wonderful video.
Thank you very much!
Great video! I hope you have many more. This is a journey. People can learn to be kinder. These kinds of videos really do help people. Thanks!
I appreciate you kind words so much!
Great message. You keep doing you. Beautiful truck and camper.
Thank you!
You're exactly right about triggers and the deep dive into shadow work! I've discovered that no one is required to understand me, but they should respect me and my choices, not that they will. If someone is willing to connect with me that is always a good thing and if they don't relate, that's OK too regardless of how we choose to live. I generally don't judge which doesn't stop others from judging me and that is their issue to dive into, not mine.
I feel like I could dive so much deeper into this rabbit hole of discussion. I am too familiar with the experience of a narcissistic relationship while recognizing it as a teacher that influenced my alchemy and transformative power. Setting boundaries and preferences and maintaining them is a first step to self-love.
Wise words from a wise man! I got the same lessons from my seventeen year narcissistic relationship. It was my greatest teacher and I had to go through it to learn. I am a slow learner but that's perfectly fine. I always appreciate your honestly and your ability to openly share your life lessons. Thank you!
You are so right and so beautiful!❤
Thank you! I appreciate you! 😊
What a beautiful and powerful video!! Thanks for your honesty and transparency. I truly believe that most are probably jealous of your new found freedom. Material possessions will never fulfill anyone. I want less stuff and more freedom. I once heard the saying “hurting people, hurt people”. I highly doubt that lady with the huge R/V and a house in NY is truly happy. You can’t buy happiness!!
Thank you for your insight! I often say that phrase, "Hurt people, hurt people" because it is so true and puts everything in perspective. I usually get the vision of an injured animal that licks their wounds and can only focus on the hurt. If other animals come close, they lash out. It allows me to view the person with compassion but not get sucked into their suffering and take their words and actions personally. Thank you for watching and commenting.
Following your videos has been both inspirational, and makes me reflect on my whole personal growth in life. Thank you for sharing.❤
That is so sweet! Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I am literally teary-eyed! ❤🙏🤗
Kimann, I appreciate you sharing this video. I'm confident many will find your wise advice useful. Thank you for uplifting others who may be in a similar situation. I too am sending my best wishes and love back to you. 🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️
Thank you for sharing! I can feel your well wishes and love!
Never feel guilt and shame for living your life on your own terms. Anyone who has issues with it or judges you because of it has their own issues to deal with. Not worth a second thought on your part. Many of us wish we could live like you.
Thank you for telling me that! I love your positivity! I can feel it!🤗🙏
It works in SF Bay Area; otherwise, towing a trailer will get you extra bridge tolls and certain parks and roads have length restrictions.
Good point! I have never been to SF but will someday. I tend to steer clear of cities but I do enjoy them for a limited time. Good restaurants, museums, theater!
You seem like an absolute delight! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us in spite of receiving some negativity. You are an inspiration!
Thank you for watching!
Just be yourself, don't care about what other people say. You're not harming anybody and I agree with that book.. Don't take what they say personal. Good video 👍 ❤
Well said! Thank you!
Kimann you have a great Attitude…I find that most people don’t like themselves, so why would it matter if they like me
I love that! I am going to remember that! Thank you! 🙏😊🤗
Thanks for sharing. You are loved!
You are loved, too!
I’m so glad I found your video. Keep on keeping on! I identified with a lot of the things you said. It’s sad that people judge you based on your home.
Glad it was helpful! I appreciate you watching it!
I love the way you look life, it's great to see your videos
Thank you so much!
Being in debt is the American way. LOL... I did what you are doing my entire adult life and now that I'm up in years I finally decided to settle down. I have a nice home base and I go out on the road from there. Love having a nice secure place to come back to though.
I'm happy for you! Sounds like you have a good life. Constant traveling is awesome but it can get tiresome, because you don't have a stable, comfortable refuge from the world. You have the best of both worlds!
Good information! Thank you!! ❤
You're welcome. I appreciate you watching!
Thank you for such an empowering message ❤️😁👍🏽💪🏾🙏🏽
I appreciate you watching it and commenting! 🙏🤗
When my 2 daughters were little and would have issues with other children,I would tell my girls that.⚘👍❣❣❣❣ so very true,we need to love ourselves and yes it is other peoples issues that make them judge others,Very sad but true. My girls are grown and they are beautiful women and I am so proud that I was able to strengthen them through their young lives. We do need to be who we are and yes be happy within will make you a much happier soul. Thank you f ok r being you and being a beautiful soul. ⚘👍❣😊⚘👍❣ You are living your dream and I am so happy for you,be safe,be happy and always stay as you are; Beautiful ⚘❣👍
You are a beautiful soul! How lucky your daughters are to have a mom who supported and accepted them just as they are! What an amazing gift!
@@KimannChessa aaawww,thank you for that sweet replu,⚘😊 your children are so lucky to have you for their mom.👍❣ hope alls well with you out there.?. Take care my friend ⚘😊👍❣
I admire intelligence. This is a no brainer but you did the intelligence already 🎉
Thank you! It is, but it wasn't for me for a long time. I had to come to that realization and live by it, but I am grateful. Many people never see it.
Loved your video! Can really relate and appreciate your words of wisdom!
Thank you so much!
Thank you....makes sense to me..
Really enjoyed this video Kimann,Loved what you had to say,If you can,Come on down to southwest Florida,We’ll go get a beer,I’d love to see your rig and meet your 2 travel buddies
Thanks, Burnie! I appreciate the invite. When I make it down there I will let you know!
I love your attitude. You’re the BEST ❤!!
Thank you!!
Good video! Thanks!
Thank you too!
Btw I think you’re a sweetheart. My husband and I are going to buy an rv, I hope I run into you one day while on our adventures.
If you do, be sure to say hi! I love to meet my subscribers!
Thank you for taking us to places like this!
Thank you for coming along!
Awesome message !
I am very fortunate to have learned something extremely important in my early twenties. No matter what you do in life someone is not going to like it so screw'em. At 64 I've lived my entire life the way I want.
Yay for you! That's an amazing lesson to their early on in life! I didn't learn it until much later but the realization was very impactful. Many people aren't as fortunate and live in the fog for their entire lives.
@@KimannChessa That they do. Dreams can be achieved with sacrifice and risk tolerance.
Understanding myself helps me understand others..
Yes! Wisely said! Thank you!
Great video, thank you for your honesty!
My pleasure! Thank you for watching it!
I'm only 43 seconds into this vlog and am already nodding in agreement! Yes yes yes!
Great video kimann😊
Thank you!
Hi Kimann, it's the Prez
Enjoy your quiet retreat and I love your inspirational video.
You helped me realize I need to work on a few things.lol
Thank you for that... love you ❤️
Hi Prez! My retreat was hard at times, but very insightful! I am happy that you got something out of my video! I hope you are doing well.
@@KimannChessa I'm doing well, let us know about your retreat in the next video ❤️🌹👍
@@johnadams7323 That's so good to hear! I will do a livestream about it this weekend. Yikes! Livestreams make me nervous.
@@KimannChessa ❤️
@@KimannChessa ❤️
Kimann you are a special person just as I am. Believe me I experienced the same path. Stay strong and choose friends that support you as myself.
Thank you, Friend! 🤗🙏❤
Kimann I’m so impressed with you 🙏🏼
Thank you! I appreciate you watching! 🙏😊
You are pretty brave to share so deeply Kimann. Thanks for sharing. God Bless with prayers, Hugs&Love Big&Wide🙏🏻🕊💜...
Richard🚴🏻♂
Thank you so much, Richard! I appreciate you 🙏😊.
@@KimannChessa 👍🏻😉💐...
This is great! Sometimes i think having grown up with super critical parents makes some of us a little unsure how to love ourselves. By the way, your truck camper is awesome and anyone would be lucky to have such a nice rig. :)
Yes! You are so right! Learning to love yourself is a long road if you weren't accepted as a child, but it is possible, and you learn so much in the process - love and compassion for yourself and others. Thank you, Keya!
❤wow I'm so happy for you,I'm just learning about this kind of lifestyle/van life, And I'm also 22yrs in to a Narcissist relationship and I do have a truck but it has 257,000 miles and what I wouldn't give to just be able leave, one day,and start loving myself and my pupps❤
You can get there! You are with a narcissist because you are a loving, compassionate person with a bright light. Narcissists drain that light. I put others first, always thought things were my fault, and had wishy-washy boundaries. I walked on eggshells and censored everything I said. I hid myself in order not to make waves. That was familiar because I had to do it my entire childhood. You are worthy of being accepted and loved for who you are. I am sending you love. It is very challenging. 🤗❤
Kimann ❤ thank you for sharing your thoughts, you assured me of the path I am on. God Bless you 🧚🏻 Safe travels
Thank you! I am sending you positivity and warm fuzzy vibes!
I love you and your self love. Please keep bringing us along :>). Thanks
Thank you for your knowledge YOU are helping me ❤
Thank you for sharing that with me! I love to hear that! I appreciate you watching!
Well said.
Beautiful truck, beautiful you 😊. Happy travels 😊
... nomad for over 30 yrs , really don't care what others think , keep on live'n the life YOU want , ya only get one ... safe travels ...
I appreciate the nomadic wisdom and positive outlook! Thank you!
Well said. I also feel like I'm being judged, but I have never been happier, so I just ignore those comments. I love being a nomad. Just subscribed.
Thank you for subscribing. I know you can relate! Happy travels! I love being a nomad, too!