Howdy everyone! Im glad Ive stumbled on this forum .. seems to have quite a bit of helpful information for someone like me whose still unsure of quitting the 8-4, and selling the car for the sake of travel and adventure.
For a while now, Ive been pondering some sort of long term travel. I grew up a book nerd, studying computer science and physics from 10 years old. When I turned about 16, my goals in life changed radically. My passion for modern technology and hopes of a jetsons future, died a sudden death.
I felt (and still do) like my purpose in life is about making positive change. I also wanted to live a simple poor mans life. Something told me then that I would be happier with less. So far that has proven true for the most part. Having less to me means having less to maintain, less to keep up with, and less that keeps me away from the important things in life.
So over the years (Im 24 now), Ive been somewhat happy, battling long bouts of depression. A year ago I had the best year of my life, literally since childhood. Part of that was definitely due to me getting my ass out of bed and having a jog for about a half hour every day. But for someone who is used to a sedentary lifestyle, trying to stay active is a pain in the ass.
This is part of why I feel like a nomadic lifestyle would suit me the best. I work as a front desk clerk at a motel currently, which is okay since I get to meet a variety of people from all over. But its not enough. I need something more fulfilling then the 8-4. Im ready for some adventure, something that will force me to stay active. I feel like its time in my life I test my limits. This is why I feel like a nomadic lifestyle is perfect for me. For me, being able to live life instead of watching it pass by just makes sense.
It started 3 years ago with the thought of hiking the AT, but lately Ive been thinking more large scale. Why confine myself to a thoroughly traveled trail when I can travel anywhere in the country? Hell, if I had the balls, Id even try traveling between continents.
Recently, Ive accustomed myself to finding food in dumpsters, but am still not confident I can make this lifestyle work. Id like to be able to roam in the woods if I like, or go into town and hitchhike if I want. I dont feel like I have the skills yet to be successful at making this a permanent change.
For the past week, Ive been camping with my friend at a local campground, trying to test the waters a little. Its been okay, but having a car and the money to get what I need, I havent pushed myself really at all. I did get to fire up my portable wood burning stove a few nights ago, which was a start at something.
Im looking to learn how to sustain myself physically and mentally. Im very open to ideas, and am not too worried with whats "allowed by law". If I want to fish, hunt, or forage my food, I have the god given right to, so I will. If I see food thats being thrown out and Im hungry, Im going to eat it so it doesnt go to waste. Trying to get an appetite for bugs, since I can find em anywhere.
Writing this short book makes me feel like a total newb, but gotta start somewhere, right?
For a while now, Ive been pondering some sort of long term travel. I grew up a book nerd, studying computer science and physics from 10 years old. When I turned about 16, my goals in life changed radically. My passion for modern technology and hopes of a jetsons future, died a sudden death.
I felt (and still do) like my purpose in life is about making positive change. I also wanted to live a simple poor mans life. Something told me then that I would be happier with less. So far that has proven true for the most part. Having less to me means having less to maintain, less to keep up with, and less that keeps me away from the important things in life.
So over the years (Im 24 now), Ive been somewhat happy, battling long bouts of depression. A year ago I had the best year of my life, literally since childhood. Part of that was definitely due to me getting my ass out of bed and having a jog for about a half hour every day. But for someone who is used to a sedentary lifestyle, trying to stay active is a pain in the ass.
This is part of why I feel like a nomadic lifestyle would suit me the best. I work as a front desk clerk at a motel currently, which is okay since I get to meet a variety of people from all over. But its not enough. I need something more fulfilling then the 8-4. Im ready for some adventure, something that will force me to stay active. I feel like its time in my life I test my limits. This is why I feel like a nomadic lifestyle is perfect for me. For me, being able to live life instead of watching it pass by just makes sense.
It started 3 years ago with the thought of hiking the AT, but lately Ive been thinking more large scale. Why confine myself to a thoroughly traveled trail when I can travel anywhere in the country? Hell, if I had the balls, Id even try traveling between continents.
Recently, Ive accustomed myself to finding food in dumpsters, but am still not confident I can make this lifestyle work. Id like to be able to roam in the woods if I like, or go into town and hitchhike if I want. I dont feel like I have the skills yet to be successful at making this a permanent change.
For the past week, Ive been camping with my friend at a local campground, trying to test the waters a little. Its been okay, but having a car and the money to get what I need, I havent pushed myself really at all. I did get to fire up my portable wood burning stove a few nights ago, which was a start at something.
Im looking to learn how to sustain myself physically and mentally. Im very open to ideas, and am not too worried with whats "allowed by law". If I want to fish, hunt, or forage my food, I have the god given right to, so I will. If I see food thats being thrown out and Im hungry, Im going to eat it so it doesnt go to waste. Trying to get an appetite for bugs, since I can find em anywhere.
Writing this short book makes me feel like a total newb, but gotta start somewhere, right?