Building an Affordable Off-Grid Homestead | PARAGRAPHIC

Starting a homestead and living off the grid can be achieved with as much, or as little as you have. In fact, it's much more about your attitude and mindset than having a lot of expensive equipment. After all, there's no one-size-fits-all approach so it's about finding the elements that work for you. John went off grid his own way and has found joy, peace, and satisfaction living on his own in the high desert.
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[@mjdetailsgb]

Hands down one of the best channels on youtube these days. Always a good day when you guys upload, such amazing quality videos and the stories they tell are just. Wow.

[@lbrown7164]

The content on this channel is off-this-world keep it coming ;-)

[@mysideofthemountain5563]

I relate to this guy a lot. I am 42, lived alone my whole life, I now have my own little cabin in the forest away from most of society. I loved the line, " I am just a peaceful man, I want to be left alone, I enjoy my solitude" This is me, to a T. It's a great life, and enjoying it is what it's all about. At the end of the day all I need is food and water with a warm safe place to live. Just supplying myself with those things is a full time job. I also have found a way to make more money working for myself from my homestead than I ever did working in society. I started this life 4 years ago and wish I did it sooner. Never even touched a chicken before and last season I incubated my own eggs and raised the entire flock for meat. I did all the processing by myself in the forest. It's a huge accomplishment and something I am extremely proud of, I am still a long ways from self sufficiency but it's a start and I am truly happier doing this than anything else in my life.

[@markadams2907]

Nice!

[@plonialmoni4232]

Where generally do you live?

[@mysideofthemountain5563]

@M S I don't get it? Are you a city boy trying to be funny? Keep your misery to yourself, no one's interested.

[@janetazthehomesteader1966]

That’s my goal!!! Last year I purchased 40+ acres not far from this guy “frugal off grid” for the purpose of moving off grid soon… then I got pregnant lol.. obviously slowed some things down but that’s my plan sooner or later once my older kids move out etc. meanwhile I’ll be working slowly on my property.

[@Christianwarrior2014]

That’s paradise bro! Stay blessed

[@juanmacias5922]

This guy is such a legend, total main character vibes.

[@Andyzelinsky]

I don't know whether to watch all the videos or savor all the amazingness every once in a while

[@togetherwegrow8340]

I can't wait!!

[@aurimasb1732]

Hahah

[@dertythegrower]

💯😎

[@fatboygrows]

This guy understands the good life

[@JOSEPHELBOSS]

This man is a legend.

[@KWC0]

Put those egg shells in the soil compost bro👌

[@hathmurl8664]

My favorite channel as of late production quality just can't be matched. Thank you guys

[@uncorked_life]

Fantastic video! John is an inspiration for all. Can you imagine how much better the world would be if we all aspired to live this way? ❤️

[@4wdboss230]

John is the best. Love his channel, and watching him grow his homestead. Great interview 👍

[@youcanknowanything8489]

i respect and can relate to what he says when he just has to do things himself first...without checking youtube first👍👍

[@paintediva]

I really miss Apache County and living off-grid.

[@kevinadams9468]

Good job! I would much rather watch your channel than a bunch of cutesy 'tiny house' living single women (who are all independently wealthy in case it gets hard!) who walk around flowery meadows with their border collies called Berkeley and Chaz, making sure you see all the cute shots of their dogs lying in front of a wood burning appliance...You took on a challenge, bro! I did the same but not nearly as risky. I'm in a small Nebraska village in the drought zone (10 years now, they say). We are out in the boonies, too, but I wouldn't trade it for anything. Great video quality, btw.

[@strongandnerdy]

Frugal Off Grid x Paragraphic crossover this early in the year? 2022 content gonna be good

[@feathersky860]

I also Enjoy My solitude ✔️ 🦅

[@kerlyn3582]

I get this guy 100%...he is rich because he knows what makes him happy and happy doing what gives him fulfullment

[@skippyjl1]

Absolutely wonderful video! God bless all the people with a vision👊🏻✌🏻 The universe is there for us.... caring for our world and creatures👊🏻 fantastic job John✌🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻😊 I am extremely proud of you young man✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻

[@offgrid4peace]

I can watch and learn from you all day John! 1. You are Fantastic 2. Down to Earth 3. Straight to the Point 4. Entertaining (love how you raise your animals) 5. Just what the doctor ordered! Thank you again, I can God honestly say I’m about ready to live sustainably on my land! You Rock!

[@RVBadlands2015]

Have you thought about building a small house out of earth bags.

[@ronethridge9875]

thanks john-you are doing it/thanks much

[@TheUltimateSimpan]

Action Bronson looks like hes doing great man!

[@RDK210]

Outstanding Brother !!!

[@voltcorp]

"even if I'm sick as a dog, I still have to go out there and do the work" that's why truly sustainable living is not only going off-grid, but also building community and recuperating a notion of solidarity and collectivism.

[@markadams2907]

The best channel on KZbin by far. Gives one the impetus when change is needed. Thanks for posting all the episodes to date!

[@sticksstones4978]

Dude is awesome and i definitely need some of those teas

[@RumiSleem]

Wow this is so dope. Doing it in Arizona too is so crazy.

[@youssefrochdi1994]

It's not crazy. We falsely believe that life is only possible on lush green pasture lands and cities with slabs of concrete. It might be easier in a city or a rural area. But at what cost? Life is possible everywhere. We need to get out there and start colonizing more land

[@dertythegrower]

Respect. Great production 💯

[@MaximMarininLos21ed]

Thank you for this channel. It is awesome works.

[@robbiewillford4601]

Nice summary of how things started and have progressed. Best of luck brother

[@rebeccashomespun604]

I love this because he's not all fancy like most off grid youtubers. It's refreshing to see.

[@Avelanche]

Thank you for your work! It's a great change of pace to take in these insightful videos with the wild and crazy world we live in.

[@rollpros7766]

Always check in to see some great new videos!

[@catzcradle]

Live it! Love it!

[@billv6557]

Amazing video!! Great job!!

[@vivianzuniga8814]

45 days is the average age of store bought eggs. I love my chickens!!!

[@willstokes7266]

They are back! Great to see twooo videos!

[@PARAGRAPHIC]

🖤

[@freekruka3705]

this channel uploads, i watch. its that simple

[@proph3t195]

Amen brother. I made 6 figures but was routinely working up to 84 hours a week. I realized that all the money in the world is good but if u literally don’t have time to spend it then what’s the fucking point.

[@waronfearmongering6751]

Hello :) I have a video suggestion.. There is a lot of talk of what you can and cannot do living off grid in AZ. Some say the county has gotten stricter and tells you septic before you can even move in, and need a permit to live in your RV, and need a permit for your solar, and a permit for discharging grey water. But yet here you are doing exactly what a lot of us want to accomplish. So maybe a video touching on the topic of what you can do and your experiences with the county. Great job on your accomplishments.

[@faithsfarmlife1424]

Too hard do , you have got it down. I have ten acres but not the muscles. I’m impressed

[@debbienewman7923]

I love this video and his lifestyle. He is true to himself, and he knows what will make him happy and live a peaceful life. This is so inspirational. I can't wait to find my property and make my dreams come true.

[@skippyjl1]

Absolutely wonderful video! God bless all the people with a vision👊🏻✌🏻 The universe is there for us.... caring for our world and creatures👊🏻 fantastic job John✌🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻😊 I am extremely proud of you young man✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻 Happy new year my friend, you're in my heart and prayers.. Life has many turns, and your life is turning out beautiful👊🏻 You're a good man John, and good men are hard to find.. if you Ever need anything John, you have my number & I'm here for you.. bless you my friend and I mean that from the deepest part of my heart.. Again I could not be any more proud of you, then if you were my son .. Be strong and be happy and always be who you are! You're an inspiration my friend

[@joshweld3564]

This guy is awesome!!! 🤙

[@DavidFlores]

The man put his money where his mouth is, went off and did the thing 😎

[@kellyrichards1354]

Love your story here. Challenges of being frugal, even when don't need to, are actually rewarding. I'm learning what plants to forage, make tinctures, oils, ferments, dandelion jelly and such. Makes sense to go to stores less often when much of what I need is just outdoors.

[@fartsackjack7081]

LOVE SEEING THIS .....been watching john almost since the start ....he is a great dude !!!

[@ChumBait]

this is some uncontested quality. editing, great. video quality, amazing. audio, professional. I don't know who you guys are but if you don't already know it yourselves, this channel is going to be big. Keep up with this amazing quality work. Love it!!!

[@joshuapayne668]

"And what not." Love it!

[@angiesgarden1724]

Loved this video! Thanks for sharing!!

[@r.dinesh5026]

Post Content more often 💯

[@openhearthealing]

I 💗 John! He’s one of my favorite humans.

[@jerbear7952]

You are one of my favorite people out of A LOT of people doing homesteader stuff. All of these comments say the same thing. So real so genuine, simple, humble, and you seem to be thriving from the experience.

[@enhancedsimplicity9708]

Healthy, Happy Lifestyle 👌🏾... YES!!! I just wanna live in Peace and Solitude 💯💯💛💛

[@williamnelson4736]

"you're feeding all those other families" so bloody true brother

[@Chicago8756]

Whoop whoop!!!! This is so exciting!! 🥳😎

[@AbirHasnat95]

8:05 I think he could use a worm bin to turn those manure into fertile soil much easily.

[@kaushikraj4324]

Inspired by this same channel.😁

[@seawitch77]

You are a great inspiration to others who want to live the same way.

[@mariecoleexperience4494]

Inspirational!!! I have some property in Az I can’t wail to get out there. I absolutely agree with you when you made the “ I’m alway early” segment. I have always worked corporate and felt like I’m here working my ass off… for very low rewards. Keep making great videos. Thanks

[@tomazgaber3798]

Uaaaauuuu, congrats mane I wish you a happy and peaceful life!!! Greating from Slovenia EU 🤙

[@Linkolite]

This dude is fantastic. Really motivational perspective. I love his ideas of everything being utilitarian and not really planning his builds. Just do it!

[@molelekengtsiane3466]

7:36 I can relate so much

[@fabiolacanta]

Ok, you are my new favorite person! I will probably binge watching your videos now! Thank you for sharing your experiences!

[@AnnaBananaRepublic]

2:34 I learned at a monastery in Safford Arizona, that the ones in the store also have a special natural coating rinsed off. The coating keeps it fresh without refrigeration.

[@AnnaBananaRepublic]

Those nuns are homesteading heroes

[@AnnaBananaRepublic]

I love this guy, all of his videos. But this one really made me think I am already established on a house with land, but I am too close to the city for comfort, and I am on a well agreement, which is basically an HOA and I hate it. I think I am going to save up to buy land with cash and just start working on it here in there and then move out there when I am ready to make income outside of the city. I might even be able to do it in a rural community with my profession, but it’s few and far between.

[@Imperial1975]

Excellent video :-)

[@tammywhitten6248]

Awesome video John, this is exactly how I have been feeling. Hope to meet you one day soon.🙏👀🙏

[@2alawabidingcitzen]

Brooo at 7:40 you hit the nail on the head. Thats why i started my own business land next. Coming very soon.

[@georgehayduke6717]

You’re doing it. Congratulations

[@pinkgirl3895]

Very nice land I love your dogs and all of them.. I'm new to your channel and I love it keep making more shows..👍😸😻💜

[@RobbyTripp]

Been a fan of John for a while. Glad to see him getting some much deserved recognition.

[@dysfunctionalhero]

You are definitely off grid. Nice job! Keep up the good work! You are definitely self sustainable.

[@monobatiz]

Really inspiring, thank you for sharing, I relate to you & I’m working my way through!

[@markschneider2307]

This guy is Arizona gold

[@AnnaBananaRepublic]

I didn’t even know I was clicking another channel. I thought it was John’s!

[@wendyamrhein1710]

love this guy....

[@Thejourney464]

I got some of your tea today :-) Love it 😍

[@barrymcelhaney190]

bought your book. love your videos. Thanks

[@ZOEYLLWP]

From day one, you rock!

[@SC-fk9nc]

Way to go man!

[@pacman5511]

@ 7:38 I felt that bro I’m tired of feeding others

[@davidwall1045]

I like that water filter. I 👍

[@laurieedeburn2449]

excellent..... hope your soul mate is headed your way....

[@tiiinarose133]

❤️❤️❤️

[@richgarden]

You rule !

[@bryansmith5366]

NICE 😁✊🏿... Respects!

[@charliekraggle9224]

Very wise

[@mladyhazel]

this guy is lovely

[@r.dinesh5026]

🔥💯

[@ethanad]

Nice

[@areyoureally123]

Hell yea

[@blackweed3078]

👍👍👍👍 high expectations👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@anthonychiappalone7745]

Nice video :)

[@shaikh5565]

You speak the truth more money more stress,

[@mari-leefiducia8640]

#FRUGALoffGrid !!

[@johnhalm4812]

I'm curious who is following you with the camera love your channel thank you

[@Stephon723]

Just watching enjoying taking it all in and then suddenly My attention is grabbed by a little red coffin😅

[@F.S.O]

Genio🥰🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@thunderrollsmedia]

I hate the high desert. Putting my house and property on the market. When it sells, I’m heading back to Oklahoma. Good soil, most places. Humidity, and regular rains to water my garden. It should be much easier!

[@gemihouston]

i love the your story and what you've done, but i really miss the "low production - high quality" longer videos. every other youtuber has the loud music and drone shots... its unnecessary. I love following you around knowing what you do and what you think, that's real. you have personality, don't need all those bells and whistles.

[@deecooper1567]

You’re my kind of people John! I know I could live that way cuz our family is used to dry camping ⛺️. It’s so peaceful where you are 😊 Question…. Do you forage for your teas or buy in bulk? 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️