How Living in a Van Made Me Rich (in Time, Not Money)

Living below your means isn’t about deprivation. It’s about freedom.
In this video, I talk about why I choose to live in a van even though I could afford a more conventional lifestyle — and how this choice has allowed me to work only 6 months of the year, travel, spend time in nature, and live in alignment with what actually matters to me.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you really want the life you’re chasing… or whether you’re just doing what everyone else is doing… this is for you.
What I talk about in this video: • Why living below your means is a superpower
• How van life helps me avoid lifestyle inflation
• Working half the year and still thriving
• The pressure to “prove yourself” and impress others
• Choosing freedom over status
• Imagining your life if money was no issue
Thank you for watching 🤍
If this resonates, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

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