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- Dani tours us around and through his amazing DIY Minivan build that he lives in full time, He spent many hours on this passion project with the idea that the build process should be fun. This van has a full electrical system a bed and unique storage systems that are accessible from inside the van our outside. He has a kitchen that slides out the back of the van and the hatch acts as a weather cover. He has a fridge that fits between the two front seats of this dodge caravan, and his bed folds into a couch. Pretty cool designs! If you enjoyed this video feel free to share it with a friend, and subscribe for new van tours every Sunday at 9am EST
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He's the Matthew McConaughey of van life. He has definitely figured out a way to calm his anxiety. Nothing better than putting your bare feet on the Earth, and grounding yourself. Thanks for sharing this artful build, and your insights.
Haha!! Thanks 🤙
Matthew McConaughey actually did live in a van with his dog for many years!
TQ.69Dude!
Absolutely. And what a great looking functional build.
Love this guy setup wish i can hire him. To buil me s system in my van
That's a liberating quote! "anything worth doing is worth doing poorly." Frees you up to go for it, whatever it is.
His goal is to be kind. That just blew my mind.
I really like this guy and agree with him 100%. Life is very short. I'm 65 with a health issue and I have more time behind me than ahead of me. You only live once...do whatever makes you happy...and yes, be kind. His build is amazing and I love it! Thank you for the tour.👍🙂♥️
Thanks for calming my anxiety. Really. I clicked and in 30 seconds I took a deep cleansing breath. Glad you found the first piece of plywood..good job. I'm working on finding a van to do this myself for the same reasons. I'm 61 and want to stay alone but not stuck.❤
Following our hearts content is a healing balm for those anxieties. I know ❤
Daniel, You are so very well spoken... a natural in front of the camera. It's a real talent. Your van build is amazing. Well done.
Well thank yah. I have a background in speaking in front of others. Helps a bit. Plus I just got so much to say. Product of many quiet days.
And thank you 🙏
I think you’re a nomad at heart! Good for you to realize you won’t live forever… see the world!
I definitely am, and surrendering to the freedom these choices have brought me during a time of such high costs
I have to say I agree very well spoken and love your van your very creative ❤
One thing Van Life proves is that we don`t really need that much to live.
Came for the van. Stayed for the philosophical message. Thanks!
Great advice- remember everyone is going to die at some point, so why not appreciate what you have and be kind.
You have a great skill. You could just speak,and it’s healing.👏 You are right about wisdom. You’re wise beyond your years🇨🇦
omg! Thank you for all the positive wording. I needed to hear that.
Yes this is what I need. After failing at six long term relationships and being lost and miserable for sixty years, this kind of minimalism is quite attractive. Wonderful
Sorry to hear that, bit on the flip side congrats. You're free! There is so much life to experience beyond those endings 💜🤟
Wow Wendell exactly my thoughts too. I am looking for a van today! If I can get away from suburbia as much as possible I know ill be happier than I've ever been in 2 failed marriages as well. Being solitary and alone isn't lonely, it connects you with more people and planting bare feet on soil is so vital I feel for our happiness being connected with the source. Thanks Dan you are an inspiration. I might even do a few vids on my van build!
The most important relationship anyone can ever have is with our Creator, Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." (Matthew 11:28-30)
Do you know how to get forgiven of your sins?
“ …turn to God in repentance and have faith in our Lord Jesus.” (Acts 20:21)
“ repent and turn to God and demonstrate their repentance by their deeds.” (Acts 26:20)
Sincerely and humbly cry out to God for mercy. Turn away from your sins for they are dragging you to fiery torment. Place your 100% submissive faith in the Lord Jesus to follow him faithfully till death.
Then he said to them all: “if anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23)
“We have come to share in Christ, if indeed we hold our original conviction firmly to the very end.” Heb. 3:14)
The Son of Man will send out his angels, and they will weed out of his kingdom everything that causes sin and all who do evil. They will throw them into the blazing furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. (Mat. 13:41-42)
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R u a man or a woman?
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Why did you even start the last 4??
So frequently, people who are real and need real meaning in life seem to struggle with their mental health in the unreal, fake, surface, meaningless cultural landscape humans now occupy. Glad Dani has found a good life for himself. He inspired me.
That’s my dream when I retired. Enjoy my life fully before got expired.
This guy has some serious talent.
Thanks so much! I had no idea I had it in me!
@@danielshaw9465 ,do you have a TH-cam channel?
You definitely have an interesting perspective on life.
@@jimsteele7108 I do not. Not yet that is. We will see what the future brings
@@danielshaw9465 I hope you do! I would definitely subscribe. You have immense talent and an insightful and inspiring outlook on life. I’m really impressed with the way you’re living life the way that’s fulfilling for you. 👏🏻
your choice of words to describe your vanlife and soul journey are so deep and inspiring Dani
Awesome! That's all I hope for 🙏
I resonated too with your connection to your spirituality and like you have an apostles philosophy of being kind and loving everyone you meet. 😍
choosing to do this sort of living is probably one of the biggest challenges for someone with packrat/ collector tendencies
Oh my gosh, this is an art work. He should be an architect! This is a truly beautiful creation.
Funnily enough, I took a career test when I was younger and architect was it!! I'm looking into building smaller homes now 🤙
@@danielshaw9465 Fantastic job on your build ! I am going to use some of your ideas for my van project !! Thanks for sharing !! :) So great you are truly enjoying life !
That is the main point of fulfilment and contentment. To find and do things that serve you.
Different Media is a fantastic channel. Sincerely, not condescending, I'm so proud of you and thankful that you are bringing this content to the masses.
Thanks to Daniel for showing off his home!
Oh my god...I totally know about the anxiety...I'm 70 and started having panic attacks!!.. I like the feeling of being able to get in my car and not deal with people... I need a place to rest.. read...eat...alone...when I'm experiencing anxiety...which helps...ɓut want to sleep...and maybe just be away for a few days...so thanks for all the great ideas.....bless you...and be good to youurself°°❤
He keeps his van so neat and tidy,and I think being a minimalist is the best way to live,most people have so much stuff they never use in their lifetime,so its good to only have things we really need and use in daily life.
U sure he didn't clean it for the video???
@@GratefulOverlander Well what's wrong with that,if you have guests coming,most people tidy up their houses don't they?
I keep it clean!!! I GOT OCCCCD 🤣😵💫
@@wildcat.7834 Their saying he probably cleaned before the cameras came bc the og comment said he keeps it so tidy. Their saying how could og know that. He could've just cleaned for the video
@@micaretakersuxaz What difference does it make either way,I 've seen plenty of messy vanlifers.Sometimes living in a small space can be messy.
Thank you for sharing this video! Above and beyond the beautiful interior you’ve created are the words of encouragement and inspiration. Thanks for your honesty. This hits on so many topics that have been rolling through my mind lately. I’m 70 yrs old and have lived on the road twice before. I’ve been fearful of doing it again because of my age. This video has encouraged me to take the leap & just get back out there. I’ve never been as happy or peaceful as when I’m living full time on the road with LESS. Bless you my friend!
"keep it amber, keep it stealth" what a fkn legend...
Bahahaha, I laughed at myself when I heard that one 🤦🤣
I am so happy to see a wise young man!
What a lovely, calm, inspiring, witty, humble guy. And a great van build too.
Thank you! Glad you saw my wit 😉
I love that you have been going through a place of emotional distress but can turn around and create such a great tutorial with what looks like such comfort and ease. A true inspiration to the rest of us gypsy spirits. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for meeting up with me and sharing my van with the world!!
For anyone who may have questions about my build, I'll do my best to answer through the comments section!
Great build and I love the chill vibes! Where did you get the window mesh or what's the name/brand?
Daniel, do you have a youtube channel that shows your journey?
Dan, your peaceful quiet demeanor really speaks to me. Living out of my car is something I’ve dreamed of for several years but you’ve helped me see it’s time to just do it. Thanks so much! Do you have a place where I can follow you and your journey?
Nice home and a nice man!🙂
@@simiswimlife589 thanks so much! I don't know the brand. It's plastic gutter guard. Picked it up from Home depot
I did it because I’m tired of rent raising. Now, my monthly payment is few dollars cheaper. I love it how I could take my home anywhere I want to go.
I am actually getting to the stage of my life of this is what I want and what I can afford.
I hate the judgement that people assume when some of us choose to live this way
same here❤
Since our countries are struggling so much to have housing and affordable housing, it should be okay and normalized for folks living in their vehicles if that is their wish. Great van build
So your wife doesn't have to worry about just cooking because you diligently like cleanliness and tidiness 🎉🎉😂❤😂😂
Wow…I dont know what was more impressive. The van build, or the philosophy. So much wisdom in a young person…
I want to say the same!!! he totally captured me with the philosophy of what van life has genuinely brought to his life - and his build of course, nice and simplistic
nothing more relatable than "complicated, yet simple, like me " 😂
I clicked into this just looking for some shelving inspo for my build, and ended up with some life inspo 🥹 really beautiful van build and even more beautiful soul! thanks for the video!
I’m impressed with how you’ve thought out everything in your van so well. You are living the simple life and it’s a happier way to exist.
Be kind and grateful like you are, your on a wonderful path
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Out of the many van life videos I've seen this is only the best. Thank you sir many blessings your way.
That was the most open and honest video I’ve seen in some time, thank you.
Keep Rockin' and Rollin' down the road dude! Remember God as you see cool stuff and witness the awe of HIS creation! Stay free!
Attitude of Gratitude, Amen!
This guy is cool AF. Such a class vibe and the van is unreal too!
So many creatives finding their outlets thats what the movement is about...love to ya'll
I resonate with everything he’s saying! Especially the part about being more existentialist in traditional living. It’s a lot better being on the road full time. I mostly appreciate the constant problem solving. Yes, it can be tiring but it’s reduced depression for me personally. If you’re considering this, stop over thinking it and just do it! 🩷🩷🩷
I know that a person can do almost anything they really set out to do or be! At 67 years old I am living proof of that fact! I grew up poor and without any kind of mentor in my life. At 18 I joined the U.S. Navy and never regretted that decision. I created me in my own image of who I wanted to be! Stumbled a lot but kept getting back up! It's our choice and no one else's! I live comfortably on a small fixed income and can look back and say, I was and did all that by myself! Your van and your attitude are spot on! Happy travels my friend!
Getting back up is the best thing we can do in life. After all, what else can we do that will help us grow and be greatful for the changes that come. I grew up quite poor as well, no mentor, had to find my own way. It's a hard road at times, but with time we can find the blessing of working hard and building ourselves from the inside out.
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@@danielshaw9465 Couldn't have said it any better my friend! I wish for you the best this life has in store for you! Never look down, unless you dropped something!
@@gmb5370 bahahaha!!! That's so good. I had so much trouble finding the pot lids at my friends place till the told me they were hanging above the sink 🤦 I learned that day to look up more 😉
Wishing you all the best and a wonderful journey along your way
I love this van build, comfortable and very functional. Daniel is so creative with clever ideas that makes the best use of space. I also like his honesty about life.
Dani, your project is pretty darn beautiful. Thanks for all the encouraging words! Hope you have many happy travels.
You're so welcome! And Thank you
May you be successful and always lucky in your life. Aameen
So true Dani, I think if we could all just figure out how to forgive ourselves, be kind to ourselves, and be with ourselves, it would show in how we treat others. You seem very happy. Great build out.
Travel seems to have a positive effect on people, and here's a great example. Well done mate, on your build and your attitude.
Thanks!
I love Dani's life philosophy, and he did a great job on creating his mobile HQ! I have to agree that it is sad that people have to go around hiding in their cars and vans - and hopefully one of these days it'll just become normal. Good luck to you, Dani! May you find lots of peace and quiet along with good companionship when you want it.
Be kind,use your hands,dont be afraid,be yourself and make things right,your awesome man
this is one of the best car camper builds ive seen. Simple, clean and functional. Ive been researching this niche for over a decade, and you sir put all the Mercedes Benz driving hobbyists to shame, well done.
Thank yah very much 🤙😌
Amazing designs throughout, with attention to detail. Nothing is sloppy. Nothing takes up too much space. This guy is quite a designer/carpenter.
Thanks so much 🙏
The actual calmness I feel from viewing this experience… 😌Thank you for this beautiful authentic presentation or your truest present Self Danny!
You're so welcome! It's a daily practice and it's paying off 💜
And I just realized it's you amigo!!! So glad we met and got to hug 💜🤟🥰
I love your van !!! ❤️💯💕
Very much a self regulation thru chosen habitat build. “Worth doing poorly” is the right mantra for perfectionists to get started.
Like the radiator mesh backed screens, and dividing a generic pocket organizer.
"Why Not" that's the answer!
Thank you for this GREAT lesson(s)!
Lovely man with a good philosophy of life. I wish him the very best in his project. 👏
Thank you so much 🙏
You’ve become the little old wiseman in the van.:-)😊😊😊
Is it normal to cry when watching these videos?
It struck a nerve with you. Now your task is to figure out why.
The closing comments moved me to tears. Incredible insights.
AWESOME VAN BUILD. OUT THE 100'S OF VAN VIDEOS IVE WATCHED, YOURE BUILD IS IN MY TOP 5! YOU DID AN EXCELLENT JOB AND YOU HAVE A GREAT PERSONALITY!
Thank you!!! It's been a labor of love for me. 🙏
I love his work he did on the van.
Like he said, it takes months to get each part done.
People need to acknowledge he is happy and down to earth about his lifestyle.
Tonnes of people are getting into the life style as the cost of living skyrockets.
Indeed it takes a long time to get things right, and or make mistakes and do it again a better way.
And yah, sheesh, I'm so grateful to save money during this crazy time for everyone.
Thanks!
@@danielshaw9465 Ya its hard to do that is for sure. My van is broken down with a bad axle that needs replacing and not one mechanic will do it for me.
@@mylifejourney74 that's sucks Ryan. Well, we all got goals. Yours is a new axle 😉 you got this
I love Daniel’s van build and his words of wisdom. ☮️
Coming back to this video a year later, so many layers, wisdom and creativity, love it !
Dude I did this with a 2002 Caravan in 2015 .. went to work a oil refinery SHUT DOWN for 4 months in Baton Rouge .. I lived on the Canadian border area ... Saved me Motel rent , parked in the contractors yard in the refinery , answered all the OT extra calls .. got lots of rest , it was good ... .. May the road raise up to meet you wheels, may the sun always shine upon your face and the wind fill sail , young man , Caravan on dude 😄😃 🐢🌴🐬
Yeah brother! 🤙😎 thanks!
We are 'educated' for the first 20 odd years of our lives.. The education system is designed to pump out/create, good tax paying citizens.
The system is NOT about educating on self sufficiency, life skills or working and building with your hands & brain. Good on ya mate! This is what life is about ! :)
Hey I know that guy! :) This is such a great video. I've seen the shifts in you, the commitment, creativity, hours and hours of work and frusteration at times but look what you have built. It is absolutely incredible!! I love the ending. Perfectly imperfect. Love you broskie. ❤️
Thanks seester 😉💜
@@danielshaw9465 Dani, do you have your own channel? If so, please post! I would love to see plans for what you did, and I think you'd find lots of people are interested in your projects and how your life unfolds in practical as well as philosophical ways.
U certainly have a calm & very nice voice. Not hard on the eyes either😉Beautiful work, especially wood slab 4 counter Good 2keep one's hands n mind busy.
Dude that long drawer is brilliant, accessible from drivers seat AND the back 👍🏼 solid values too 💯
I have never seen a nicer van build. This person is wise and very skilled. Kudos to him and the life has has created❤
Very, very intelligent man.
Joan. And wise!
This is the EXACT build I want for my 2004 Toyota Sienne. Unfortunately, very few people here in New York City understand this lifestyle, let alone have the skills or "know how" to help me with a van build 😞. Thanks for the van tour Dani. You did a great job!
To be honest. The only skills I had when I started this was patience, knowing how important measuring is and confidence with my hands. I never built anything like this before so I surprised myself. The basic tools that will take you far is a drill, skill saw, jigsaw, tape measurer, pencil and sanding paper (preferably a palm sander). I believe in you!
I own 04 Sienna too in gold color. Very versatile and reliable.
Damn, he achieved it. That feeling… you know what I mean too. He achieved that inner peace. I’m working to get there right now.
Can't say I've achieved it. No badge yet 🤣 life's a day to day thing. Little w's 🤙
"I'm taking care of myself more because I'm going places..." STEALING THIS BUDDY!!! (rather than just comfort)" 🥰🥰🥰 I relate ..... Thank You so much🥲 Needed this right now !!! 😍🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Dan, you're so articulate and your van build is simple but functional. What else do you need? Journey on!
This is one of the most beautiful, simple van builds I've seen (not simple to create, obviously!). Daniel is a true peaceful road warrior. Thanks for sharing.
How is it even possible to have such healthy, glowing skin living out of a van?! This guy is so attractive!
Eat healthy, don't drink, don't smoke 🤙
It’s an ingenious build with a level of polish you don’t often see in these “vanlife” builds. Takes a special breed to do this though. For me this would be the opposite of freeing... I’d be so stressed, having to park, where is safe, where to shower, where to simply go to the toilet. The loneliness would kill me. I could never.
Yes! The best part of camping is finding out how much you can do with what little you have, and whatever the place you're in gives you.
i Hear this man when it comes to anxiety, I went 20 years without travelling, then I built a simple van and you can't keep me at home anymore!
Its a great option for anyone. But for me, I found the anxiety was really about having what I needed and a safe space to move from. Turns out, having a moving space checked alot of boxes 🤙😊
I'm old. My regret is I didn't work and save more when I was young with the strength, stamina and sharp mental abilities that come with youth. I traveled and had fun in a 1972 VW Bug. Now, I don't remember those trips but regret the savings I could have started back then to have a more comfortable older age. I did get busy in work and savings by age 40, but could have been slowing down by that age had I worked when I was young. I now own a home and a nice van conversion. Love the van trips for a week or two then can't wait to get home to a full bathroom, kitchen, washer dryer, high speed internet. The older I got the more I appreciate a house and the comforts it provides.
That was THE best answer I've ever heard to "what is your personal philosophy on life?" Well said and so true!
Glad to know there are kindred spirits out there. I lived in my 2015 Altima for a few years, my favorite thing was the challenge of thinking of "upgrades" and building little things. Also, the spirit of just being kind.
I loved this video not only for the fantastic build....but for Dani's amazing message and wisdom. Thank you ...I'm about to embark on this journey as well. very inspiring !!
Spent 3 months in my caravan this year - still have a home base, but hoping after working this summer in Alaska i can spend all of the following year in the van again. I share your last name... sort of. Long story. lol Thanks for more ideas on my van, still refining it! :) Life is short... i lost my husband a few years ago, he died fairly young, so I try to live life fully as much as possible. Grief can be crippling at times though... but he'd want me to live my best life, that I do know.
I've lived on the road over a year and it does occupy your mind much better. I always have a purpose to make sure I have what I need to survive.
What an awesome young gentleman
Dani is a clever and resourceful person. I think he has a grasp on where is in life and where he what is important to him. I wish him the best.
This build and the thoughts behind it are so inspiring! Freedom, creativity, connection, and fun!!
Kind, wise, forgiving, open, and a great van build, all the makings of a great life.
I like this guy and his philosophy on life. It took me many, many more years to get to that point. Like the van too.
The minute you opened the back of the car I thought "oh how cute". That quote at the beginning is real cute, too.
Great character, I think a van that you'll be comfortable in, a dog or cat and the ability to go wherever you want sounds idyllic.
This is so clean and neat. Love it! 👍🏿
Totally agree with this man. Van life is very peaceful & calming. 1st was my Grand Cherokee Laredo 94 = 7 months, now 1 yr in my '99 E150 passenger van. No a/c, no heat. I used my van to haul away so many loads of stuff to good will. I have a small storage now which I'm getting rid of stuff in Spring, raising my van roof, etc. I LOVE VAN LIVING, WINT GO BACK. Getting land in a few month hopefully! Great video !
“Remember when you cast judgments, you’re actually just missing out on life.”
Simple life thats it matters in this world.
I live full time in my Toyota Estima 1996 model. I have full kitchen at back, built in slide draw Porta Potty, 455watt solar panel 5×100amp batteries. Epever 30watt mppt solar charge controller with 2 circuit breakers, wires from the front batteries to my solar batteries engine powered, battery charger for mains power. Single bed, single lounge chair, spice rack, lpg gas tank with an lpg cook top stove. Kitchen draw, fire extinguisher, 5 x 12v cigarette lighters, two fridges, 12v water pump for showers. Hot water shower unit.
Dang that's alot in one van! Good job 🤟
I just rewired my system and added in a mains charger. So I got solar, alternator and mains now 🤙
This has to be the best van build I've ever seen, no kidding. Just wonderful. Thanks for the ideas!!!
You're so welcome and thank you. I wanted so much to get this video out cause I haven't seen many built this way and wanted to spark some similar ideas 🤜🤛
If we followed his advice to be kind, just imagine how lovely this physical existence could be.
You are actually a very intelligent and clever man. You are doing what is right for you. It doesnt matter if your dreams dont look live a 9 to 5 job ,kids and the house and wife. I love how amazing your vehicle is and how you have organized it. Happy life to you.
Thanks so much, I need to hear that today