For THIS, We Traded Our $700,000 Salary and Top 0.1% Life in Korea

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

**Please Read Before Leaving a Negative Comment:** Our intention with this video is not to insult anyone or boast about our wealth. Instead, we aim to encourage people to pause and reflect on their lives, even if just for a moment. In a world where KZbin is flooded with travel and self-development content, we chose a provocative thumbnail and title to ensure this message reaches more people. We took a leap of faith with this approach, not because we've accumulated enough wealth to retire, but because we value the truly important things in life: health, time with family, and meaningful experiences. We understand that if we were living on minimum wage, this decision might not have been possible, and we're genuinely grateful for the hard work that allowed us to save and reach this point. We respect your right to your own opinion, but we ask that our decisions and privacy be respected as well. If you disagree with our message or don't like the content, please feel free to skip over it rather than engage negatively. Sharing our personal journey was not an easy decision, and we hope you can show respect and understanding. Thank you all for watching and for your kind, encouraging words!

[@gregoryquach3179]

Thanks for your inspiration. Life is more than just making lots of money

[@1969mmoldovan]

It is impressive how well-spoken you are, how well you managed to word your thoughts and ideas. I wish you two an amazing life journey, and may you find the peace of mind needed to decide what is right for you for the remaining leg of your journey.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes it is, thank you!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouraging words!

[@Livelovelaughes]

Enjoy your holiday ❤❤ mental n physical health, balance life, and family are equally important as money in the bank 🎉 cute horse n great scenery there❤

[@fekkim1]

After 20 years working as an engineer, and getting laid off, I've decided to travel the world for the next 10yrs. No wife, no kids (due to work) and now enjoying the world we all share. I'm also Korean (Korean American). Thanks for sharing your story. It adds to the confidence in my decision.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

thanks and good luck on your journey!

[@hannawoods5838]

Where in US do u live?​@abitdifferentkoreans

[@fekkim1]

@@hannawoods5838 Not sure if this question is directed to me or the content makers, but I'm from the great state of Texas!

[@hannawoods5838]

@fekkim1 yes to u....I m originally from Belarus but hav been livin in Ca for over 14 years...got my citizenship....but just saw u korean...n I m crazy abt whole korean thin🥰🥰🥰🤩🤩🤩

[@fekkim1]

@@hannawoods5838 well most Koreans are awesome lol. I was recently in Serbia for a month, then Greece, and now in turkey. Making my way around the world as stated in my comment.

[@claudiarobins1562]

As the actor James Dean said “'Dream as if you will live forever; Live as if you will die today”. Wishing you health and happiness now and in the future.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

wow, very inspirational statement indeed. Thanks for your encouragement!

[@sassisanrod204]

Baja la intensidad, que James Dean murió a los 23 años, Todo en su justo medio.

[@claudiarobins1562]

I think you are misinterpreting the quote. It means to love life to the fullest

[@claudiarobins1562]

Apologies typo “LIVE” life to the fullest, be inspired every day. Sean and his wife have made a brave and inspiring decision which I greatly respect. We have to find joy in the smallest of moments.

[@jarrett7774]

He had that mentality, that's why he died young

[@leonardoaguilerahonduras2067]

I am an architect, 39 years old, I never sleep well, bad incomes, so I am planning to become an orphan volunteer in Vietnam and forget about living as an architect. Thank you for sharing your life biggest change to the world.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

thank you and good luck on your journey in Vietnam!

[@stevenliew2507]

Being an Architect in Malaysia and Singapore is terrible, likewise in China & Korea.

[@leonardoaguilerahonduras2067]

@@stevenliew2507 wow 😯 really? Can you explain to me a little bit more? Because I always work day and night, no family time, too much stress, and bad incomes here in Honduras.

[@jiminswriter4209]

​@@stevenliew2507 Not necessarily.

[@noladroop284]

Come to Australia. We are a laid back country with a work/life balance.

[@toniwatson1400]

I admire your decision to live your lives your way. For 40 years I worked for a global corporation.. I was promoted through the years from a hourly position to Vice President at the local company and on to a Sr Director working at the global company headquarters. I put work first , made a lot of money but my family life suffered. retired in September of 2022 at age 66 and was finally ready to spend quality time with my husband and grandchildren and found out I had stage 3 breast cancer. I have been fighting since ..with 2 rounds of chemo, radiation, surgery and a stroke. Chasing the dream is definitely not worth the sacrifice. Enjoy your trip! I’m a new subscriber and look forward to seeing your posts. 🙏🏽✝️💜😇🤗

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for sharing your personal story. Stay strong through fighting the cancer! I hope you and your family truly enjoy this precious time:)

[@toniwatson1400]

@@abitdifferentkoreans ✝️🙏🏽💜💕

[@deepthoughts8612]

You will be fine

[@Jody-xe4bk]

Thankyou for sharing. I'm planning to travel to Korea. Come to New Zealand, I'm sure you will enjoy it here.God bless.

[@pixelmasque]

Fast for 40 days and go carnivore, search KZbin, dr Eric Berg, search cancer fighter Owen, you will beat cancer with a no sugar fasting diet❤

[@MA-vf2zz]

You guys are so sweet, i love how she intently listen to you talk, and you give her opening to share her opinions without being prompted to do this. This is what mutual respect looks like. When it comes to your journey I think it's diffidently the right choice, there are so many people thinking about the same but never have the guts to do so. I hope you will discover what you are looking for, maybe you already discovered it but failed to nice. :)

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouraging words!

[@chrish.4729]

Congrats, you made a great decision. I left the rat race in Seoul 10 years ago at the age of 40. Enjoy your freedom, good health, and exciting travel adventures. Life is short and precious.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

yes, indeed! thank you:)

[@travelswithminky246]

Congratulations on realizing what is important in life and having the wisdom and means to change for the better. I wish you lovely couple all the hapiness and sucess going forward. Looking forward to your adventures.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouragement!

[@MM-TheEnd]

Just discovered you guys today. I never usually subscribe so quickly, but your warmth and genuineness comes through so strongly in your videos that I couldn't resist. You guys have reached a level of wisdom at your young ages that is rare for people in their whole lives. You have a warm, easy chemistry together and are naturally funny. Thank you for sharing your lives with us.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Welcome! Thank you for your kind words:)

[@shondiaevans12]

Me too! This just demonstrates that you “Find your Tribe” online. Excited to see this beautiful couple in future videos…

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your supports!

[@Alex-mt7vg]

I'm a Korean American, 27 years old in graduate school. Everyone around me is pushing to get to the next level (residency) but my heart isn't in it. I've been feeling very burnt out and lost in my life and I've realized I have to put the brakes on career and develop other parts of my life. Thanks for your video. I can relate and your experience is very encouraging and inspiring. Good luck with your channel!! :)

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Glad it's inspirational. I hope you would figure out your unique life path!

[@paolafiora4170]

I loved the moment you said " i am ok now" the horse moved its head affirmatively like saying :" you are indeed ok". I am glad you both prayed for the road to follow. God bless.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes the horse may nod indeed as well~ thank you!

[@dodgergirl8831]

The animals know that you're good people. Some how the algorithm sent you to me...I needed to hear this. I just retired and you reminded me why I made the decision. Many Blessings to both of you.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Glad it was a good message to you. Thank you!

[@sorrynerozumim8605]

Recently took 3 months off to travel around Japan and Korea. It was financially challenging, but I'm so happy I did it. Now I'm back at work, but I'm looking forward to finding the time and opportunity to do it again soon. You're a great inspiration ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Glad it was inspirational and thank you for your support~

[@ellybrown6369]

I went to korea solo for 2 months and came back mentally fresh. I haven't felt like this in years

[@crimsonpak4640]

So happy for both of you to discover the truly important part of life that we have on this beautiful world we live in. Hope both of you find the “ Happiness “ as a loving couple. Those horses n cows are also essential part of making us so much part of God’s creations.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

@@crimsonpak4640 yes, thank you!

[@TheBONDFamilyy]

I'm smiling the whole time you are talking with all the horses and cows in the background. What can be better than that company?! Amazing testimony. We all are getting wiser and ending the "matrix." Have a wonderful journey!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

haha yes, they were the scene stealers indeed. thanks for watching:)

[@shareman99]

Thanks! Enjoy your trip. I know how work can destroy your health. I am still working 60 hours a week with no family time.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you! I hope you're able to make time for your family, even with your busy schedule. They would definitely appreciate and cherish those moments together:)

[@orrindavies]

I work 75 hours a week and I feel for you. I have no family and my health is deteriorating as well.

[@DonutAgain]

I work like 30 to 35 hrs a week as softwareengineer in the US. I don't know why the algorithms decided to suggest this video to me. I guess I was burned out mentally. But I felt I have no rights to complain compared to people making comments on this video.

[@mis8024]

Congratulations! I have recently retired at 52 and is so happy to have the freedom. I am willing to live without all the shinny objects and have a life is richer than the shinny objects. I am so happy now. I hope you both have a happier and fulfilling life.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes, freedom is important! Thank you~

[@janel9468]

"It is okay to hit pause in your life" This hits me so hard. My last day of work was a week ago. I was burnt out and I felt that God asked me if I was willing to take a pause. It is still a struggle when people ask me when I am looking for a next job or think I'm nuts to quit my job because of stress that every job has.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

I support your decision. Nothing comes first than your mental and physical health. Enjoy this precious time God has stored for you! Thanks for watching and welcome to our channel~

[@GinJ1337]

Work is not life. Work is something we do to pay for things we need or want. Take a break however long you need / can. You might even get a new idea on where to take your life when you're not stressed out grinding in the rat race everyday. I've retired early this year at age 34 and some people call me crazy because I could stack up so much more money if I keep working. But I genuinely don't care and I don't care about material possessions. They're bothering me. I don't want a big house that needs a lot of care or a car. I don't care for fashion.

[@raukanai]

Hello from Kazakhstan. I can fully understand you guys, even I'm not from Korea. Travelling around the world is always giving me the real sense of life. Your video expires me. Thank you, guys. Hope you will enjoy your traveling.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you!

[@Trisonss]

This break will make both of you healthier and happier and after that things will solve itself. I myself immigrated to US from Korea and worked hard nonstop to reach a certain level of success and while the journey was hard I am now enjoying life and enjoying the fruits of my labor. Everyone has a different journey and so just be happy and healthy in whatever you do. Rooting for you guys!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouraging words!

[@JojisamAkosua]

New Subscriber from South Africa 🇿🇦! Going through your recent videos and I am thoroughly enjoying your content! I’m a junior medical doctor and I also feel like I’ve been in a constant rat race so I definitely resonate with this video. Congratulations on CHOOSING LIFE rather than status or money! All the best to you both - I personally feel this was the best method of “self care” and that you both have a good outlook on the true fruits of life, very proud of you both!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Welcome to our channel~ thank you for your encouraging and thoughtful words!

[@Linda_Ann-ex9cm]

I am so happy I found your channel, or should I say it found me. Thank you for sharing. I am from the US & worked for a company for 25.5 years, only to be told the company would close. While I was married & had children my life was my career, it was backward. Upon hearing the news & knowing my end date, a year in advance, left me feeling numb. I went through the 7 stages of grief & then realized I have no control over what is happening & embraced my final months of employment, with joy, knowing, while my life would change, I would be better for it. I am now doing what I want to do, I am stress free & it is an amazing, freeing, peaceful, feeling. I’ve decided to do a little traveling & will visit S Korea April 2025. Life is short & if we lose site of what is important what have we lived for? Listening to your story made me realize I am not alone. For years I wanted to break free but was afraid, now I have no choice so I will embrace it. God’s got this, he will never lead us astray or give one more than they can handle. Much love, take care & may you both have a blessed weekend ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Wow thanks for sharing your story! Yes, God is in full control. Let's stay strong:)

[@Nathavolt]

Sim, você não está sozinho. Acompanhando vários vídeos do KZbin eu percebo que há muitas pessoas abandoando seus empregos e procurando sua felicidade na simplicidade. A sociedade criou uma situação que cria um sentimento nas pessoas de obrigação pelo "sucesso" que ela mesma definiu e que todos "devem" correr atrás. Muitas vezes os maiores culpados são os pais, que competem entre si utilizando o "sucesso" de seus filhos, muitas vezes para tentar amenizar seus próprios fracassos. A sociedade criou uma "prisão sem grades" com suas regras e imposições e uma "ilusão de felicidade", tudo isso para fazer as pessoas continuarem trabalhando, consumindo e girando a economia. Quando uma pessoa rompe tudo isso e sai dessa "prisão" encontra um outro mundo com muitas outras pessoas que também foram para esse outro mundo. Esse outro mundo é composto por pessoas que não se importam com o tamanho da tua casa ou de teu carro, etc, mas sim com outros valores como educação, inteligência, honestidade, empatia, etc. O problema desse outro mundo é: onde encontrar essas outras pessoas? A felicidade de um pode não ser para o outro. Para alguns a felicidade são bens materiais e luxos, para outros a felicidade são relacionamentos humanos saudáveis, paz e saúde.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Wow very well said! Fully agreed and I hope because of this content, people like you and me can connect, share and strengthen our value amd belief:)

[@billynash6768]

@@Nathavolt Very wise and great comment.

[@raenakim-geyer]

As a Korean American I applaud you both. My parents never truly lived their lives, always worried about money and status. It was sad to watch them struggle with their PTSD from their traumatic childhoods in Korea. Live your life how ever that looks. Horse represents free spirit, they were very playful... interesting that they both came over to say hello! and the cows too.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your words!

[@irenemeek722]

Just beautiful you two....I teared up several times feeling your sincerity .....loved how the horses wanted to interact with you and cows being their usual inquisitive selves. All the best, come to Australia !

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you so much and yes, we plan to visit lovely Australia!

[@lisaj.917]

Very proud of you and I love your courage! God will take care of you both! Awesome insight! Thank you!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks for your encouraging words :)

[@lisaj.917]

@@abitdifferentkoreans Absolutely! You are welcome!❤️

[@julianabezandry3690]

You got new subscriber from France. Do what makes you both happy, looking forward to watching your adventures around the world.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Welcome to our channel and thanks for your words!

[@lisabethb1978]

The stress of horses and cows being too close has to be better than the stress of the “rat race”!!!😂 Kudos to you for following your heart and realizing life has so much more to offer! Hope you two have amazing adventures!!! Thank you for sharing and take good care of each other!!🙂❤️🇺🇸

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Haha yes, we should have better welcomed the animals. Thank you for your support!

[@RAISEVERYDREAMFORWOMEN]

Thank you for sharing your story. It really inspires me. One of my goal was to travel with my partner and see the world together. I look forward to see more of your videos.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks!

[@Petteriks]

Horses and cows are not dangerous when they approach you like that.. they're just curious and stay calm if you don't make sudden movements or loud noises.. you can basically pet them if you want to. They're sensitive to sensing fear though so I usually just talk to them with a soft voice 🙏🏼

[@o1-preview]

fuck that, sounds like a stupid way to die

[@mrcelvdw]

Very inspiring; thank you for sharing your story so honestly. Timing perfect too as I am at a crossroads, planning the "next step." Looking forward to your next chapter unfolding, and hoping someday you'll visit South Africa - Cape Town in particular...

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you. I visited Cape Town a few years ago and absolutely loved it! Unfortunately, Jin and I passed South Africa for this trip.

[@azwileetoyote]

Similar story although I’m a bit older than you… I retired at 55 after finding a malignant tumor in my chest when I was 50. I walked away from a big salary at a Fortune 500 company also because of the high stress levels. We saved just enough to live a comfortable life and 2.5 yrs into retirement, things have been great. Been surprisingly busy between travel, older kids and now new grandkids. No regrets whatsoever

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Good choice, health should come first.

[@debasishbanerjee9294]

The horse came and validated the life decisions that you took. The background looks so serene.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

yes they did. thanks!

[@janicegardner5027]

I enjoyed your thoughts so much. You speak excellent English by the way. Thank you - I love that you mentioned the happiest day of your life was when you married your beautiful wife and how you have prayed about your future.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for the compliment~

[@ole9236]

Thank you for such humility. Praying God will send you like minded people and reveals purpose He has for you both.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your prayer!

[@frauleintrude6347]

All good but one is in need of pocket money to travel the world. Reminds me on my son who did exactly the same because he is an artist and artists are not interested in money. They live for their art and are much in need of inspiration. Thankfully he has parents to send the not so much needed money, every time he was in need. He made quite a living in Thailand working on a rice farm and he lived a few month in a Buddhist monastery. Right now he is in China, working 20 h a week. Longer work hours are not to his liking. He still thinks Singapore would be the next destination. Sometimes we have to pay for his flights back. If you are looking for someone who lives carefree and is never stressed out, he is the man. Advice from my point of view: Just do whatever suits you both best but stay independent from your parents.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks for sharing your son's story and advice. Yes, I fully agree that financial independence should be the base. Luckily we've saved some money to travel the world for a year. Maybe we would share how we can sustain without making money in another video:)

[@AmbientofLight]

Had parents that pressured me, i allowed became what i hated the most (psychiatry degree) and just stopped altogether. I am now receiving government funds and in kenya where rent can sustain me AND i can simply save for the next travel... Returning back home next week and have enough saved to live in a caravan while stepping into my next duty to be more independent.

[@AmbientofLight]

Rent here is £100-200 , im in a two bedroom so it is 200 a month. To clarify. Your son should come here, get a remote job and save money. I advise it.

[@citrinehills7131]

I think your son is trying to find himself. I too wanted to be an artist but I am too uncomfortable not having enough to support myself and family. My family is middle class so not well off and I feel a responsibility to take care of them. I hate not having money. It really stresses me out. I am most happiest when I have alot of money.

[@SwetaO2Iwavy]

Yes, with financial independence, it will be bit easy to pursue passion. I also love art but at the same time, I like to work in sw and systems engineering as well since it keeps my mind sharp and it is quite stable from money pov. I get to learn new things everyday. Going off track, but yeah, for the next couple of years , I guess I will be working as an engineer full time. And art will be in the hobby seat for a while.

[@CosmicAlchemistCenter]

Both of you are inspired people around the world! Health is Wealth. Now or Never! It’s never too old to dream a new dream! Love & light, Kathy 😇🌏🫶🌊🪷👼🏻🦋🌿🌏🇹🇭

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you Kathy for your words!

[@Maggie-tq1du]

I'm happy for you. To be able to travel the world while young... priceless. Much❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouragement!

[@lizajane7406]

Very proud of your decision to leave the "norm" to seek adventure and enjoy the life given to you. Blessings on you both!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you:)

[@imdee9024]

Jin is just the cutest human being. You both deserve a fabulous story for both working so hard and now embracing change and having an open mind. The very best to you both. Just love how you credit God in this video. It's true.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you:)

[@FueledSelf-Discovery]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us! It's truly inspiring to see how you've chosen to prioritize health, happiness, and the simple beauty of life over a high-paying job. Your decision to travel the world is a beautiful reminder that the most important things in life are not material, but the experiences we gather and the joy we find along the way. God will take care of you on this path, and I wish you continued happiness and adventure!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

thank you for your encouraging words!

[@kudos2writers]

Watching the two of you so honestly, clearly and decisively describe a distinct change in your lifestyles made me feel as if we've been friends forever. I'm looking forward to accompanying you on your journeys. I wish both of you, Sean and Jin, a lot of love, affection, happiness, good health, deep, everlasting friendship and safe and enriching travels. God bless!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Wow thank you for such warm and encouraging words!

[@kudos2writers]

@@abitdifferentkoreans you're so welcome! Enjoy your journey and your lives together. That's what's most important. You can always make money later on. It was really cute how you interacted with the animal visitors!

[@ADJoshua1]

Loved the horses and the animals coming to say hello!… Congratulations on finding the courage to seek your own path in search of your fulfillment and happiness. One day at a time, all will be ok. 👍 ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks for your encouragement

[@audisiojunior21]

The horse was the best part of the video. It remembers us how chaotic life is and It doesn’t matter how serious we take life. Pretty important to have a easygoing behavior and how to adapt changes in life.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes, that's right!

[@suemccortney592]

Thanks!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you very much:)

[@lijelhearteuJK]

Glad you're ok and it definitely is a wake up call. Health is wealth. I absolutely love your story and your conviction to do what is right for you.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes for sure! Thanks~

[@marioadantuyul]

Thank you for this! I’m from Belize 🇧🇿 and I resonate with similar experiences. I cannot express the gratitude and inspiration and what I’ll hope to achieve my future!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you and best of luck on your journey!

[@BossLadiesTV1]

Wow! This was a beautiful video! It takes a lot of courage to quit a high paying job. I can resonate 100%! I, too, had a career making multiple 6 figures. Doing 3-4 vacations a year. Traveled to 60 countries, I loved my job but not so much the people I had to deal with. The pressure, the stress, the corruption and back stabbing, lying, at the top I just couldn’t take it after almost 20 years. I almost died from all that stress and I became unhappy in that job. So I decided to create my own company and do what is soul fulfilling instead of soul destroying as I build back up my health. It hasn’t been easy but necessary. Stress kills. It isn’t worth it. You only have 1 life to live. The Universe will provide a way. Good luck guys.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

yes, it's so true. Thanks for your support!

[@ardeshir1912]

Wow, what a great Video and message specially coming from successful young Korean couple who realize happiness is not defined by money but by one's prospective. Time is the most valuable commedity we have. I wish both of you many happy traveling and life - From SF USA

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you:)

[@doreenmorris6556]

I'm so happy to have found your channel. I subscribed instantly. I wish you well on your journey and send you much love from South Africa.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Welcome to our channel and thank you for your encouragement! I visited Cape Town and Kruger national park a few years ago and loved it~

[@anthonygilbertson9140]

Awesome so good , thanks for posting I've been struggling with , not living a purpose . I really want to visit Korea and will keep watching

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks

[@Tw1nkyyso2]

Oh you changed, your name of channel, keep going sean I’m gonna support you

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks bro!

[@NahreSol]

Thank you sharing your story - it’s very inspiring and helps me reflect on my own life as well. As a fellow Korean, I resonate with a lot of the things you mentioned…

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you~

[@leg1229]

Congrats on your decision. I’m sure I join your many subscribers in looking forward to experiencing the next year with both of you! Here’s wishing you safe and rewarding travels!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for the encouraging words!

[@ziyadtariq]

Very interesting video, thank you, I look for more videos like this

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

We are so glad you enjoyed it! More to come~

[@jada1230]

why call them "upper class" ? when most of them are unhappy, sick, cheating among themselves, their kids hate them for pressure...etc... Sean you go live your best lives!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

yes, agreed. Thanks for your support.

[@boo-11]

Or suicidal I heard Korea have the highest rate of suicidal which is very heart breaking and so sad

[@sheilasf195]

You were so lucky to have the horses and cows approach you. Enjoy the journey and adventures!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes the horses and cows :) Thank you~

[@qtdcanada]

Glad to come across your video! You two made a very courageous decision about changing your lives, leaving behind good careers & materials possession to be free and pursue your own true happiness and healthy lifestyle! Good luck with the new lives! I met a South Korean engineer who came to Canada to pursue a Ph.D. degree in Petroleum Engineering at my university. He then went to work for a few years in Canada, but then went back to become a professor at one of the big universities, as his wife & child didn't adjust well to Canadian society.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you and yes some Koreans have difficult times outside of Korea.

[@Luuminous_Luu]

Thank you for sharing your story!! It’s amazing that you are so willing to live a courageous life together! May God lead and bless your journey!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your blessings!

[@santosakowski9846]

I loved the video, but only because it was photo-bombed by horses and cows! It was so funny the way the animals seemed to want to investigate what these intruders were doing in their domain. I wish these young people good luck and much happiness on their journey of discovery.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Haha yes, horses and cows seemed to check on us indeed:)

[@LifeWithLissett]

Those animals really love you two! Congratulations on choosing to live your lives as you choose. You’re both very brave and I hope others like you take inspiration

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

thank you for your encouraging words and support!

[@octohex2908]

You will outlive many people and still have a good retirement. Because you choose inner peace and authenticity

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes, that's more important, thank you.

[@ramadhuwaraha397]

Remember crazy ideas are what help you achieve your dreams. As long as you follow it . This completely resonates with me because I did it .

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for the advice!

[@neildbarker]

Thanks for sharing your stories. I spent some time living in Korea and saw much of what you described about the long hours, social pressures, etc. Many of my Korean colleagues seemed to be stressed out so often. On a positive note, those encounters with the horses and cows would not be something you'd easily see living in Seoul! Best wishes and good luck on your journey.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your support!

[@addytude]

Congratulations on your brave choice. I love your Korean content but look forward to watching your next adventures.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you! Will do!

[@sydney8382]

I’m korean and understand all you have said. Your mental and physical health is most important thing over anything or anyone, I fully champion your decisions ❤👍🌈

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your support!

[@defectiveclone8450]

LOL The horse was just saying hello.. "runs for her life" haha soo good love it. nice to see your living life to the fullest. I'm retiring next month at 44 year old.. :) already in Australia so no need to travel far to get view like that.

[@Dream_more_age_less]

You are blessed, doing things differently is a just a manifestation of higher intelligence.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you!

[@Dracstar]

There's something so peaceful about the background, the lovely animals, and the content of what you're saying. It is evocative of a powerful mix of emotions that I can't quite fully describe, but I feel and understand them truly. I am in my early 20s now, having just graduated college recently. I am at a crossroads, as I'm not sure the corporate route that I am currently on is the best for me and my life. Thank you for saying it is okay to take a break in life and hit pause. Thank you for mentioning to not let others dictate your life. And thank you for making this video. You speak in quotes, my friend.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Glad it's helpful, thanks for watching~

[@CalvinLi-u4s]

I'm a foreigner who lives in Korea. I work in corporate and climbed the corporate ladder over the past 12 years to quite a high six figure position. It is definitely a draining experience. Korea is very competitive with very bright minds. I work around 80-90 hours a week, although its illegal, its the only way I was able to maintain my position for so long. My wife is Korean and she always worries about my health due to how much I work.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks for sharing your story. Take a good care of yourself!

[@Jttw2131]

Someone I know had a good position in her company, worked constantly, and was always stressed. She contracted a fatal disease and died at 57. Before dying, she said her biggest regret was not taking time to see the world. Live each day as though it were your last. Don't take life for granted.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes, we'll!

[@AL-sd5cs]

Beautiful view! As a non-Korean we don’t face the same pressures while living in Korea and enjoy the easy access to the beautiful nature around Korea as you are doing now travelling the world, I feel that Koreans don’t understand the concept of slow down..even when backing into my parking spot they have to find a way to squeeze their car behind mine, and people beep on Sundays and rush around when most countries understand this is a day of rest, patience is a very weak point in Korea and the rat race seems to be towards extinction, once people realize these aspects maybe it will hit a tipping point towards change, for now you guys and other similar KZbinrs are shedding light on this aspect of life in Korea as Koreans.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes fully agreed. Koreans lack patience indeed. Thanks for your comment!

[@Nathavolt]

There are two types of people: those who live to work and those who work to live. In Brazil, people work to live, that is, to combine work with leisure and fun, working enough to earn money to support themselves and to pay for their fun, but without giving up their leisure time with family and friends. Brazilians don't give up having fun at parties, having barbecues with family and friends on weekends, going to the beaches, hiking in parks, etc., because this is Brazilian culture, our society is formed like this, this is the mentality of Brazilians and when the majority thinks like this it becomes easier, as others will not judge you if you choose not to sacrifice your life just by working. But I think this is possible here because we have strict labor laws, for example; 44 hours of work per week (8h/day of the week + 4h on Saturdays), it's prohibited to work more than 2 hours a day of overtime and companies are prohibited from disturbing their workers during their rest hours. In addition, we have 30 days of paid vacation per year and several national or regional days off due to national and regional festivities. For many... success is happiness and not material possessions or being highlighted. Many foreigners who came to visit Brazil decided to live here permanently and many Brazilians decided to leave the country to live in Europe or the USA, that is, each one looking for their own happiness... and what makes one person happy may not bring happiness to others .

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

@@Nathavolt looking forward to our Brazil visit then! :)

[@Nathavolt]

@@abitdifferentkoreans Hi! Check your email. I sent several emails with various tourist information about Brazil and various other information. This way you will be well informed when you decide to travel around Brazil. Note: some information may be repeated. You will be very welcome to Brazil. Brazilians treat foreigners well.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks for the info! Will reference it when visiting beautiful Brazil:)

[@greenmarin3]

Your story really resonated with me. I have had similar life experiences when it comes to my career conflicting with my personal desires. A heart attack at 34 and spending two days in the E.R. really changed my perspective on what is important. I wish you all the best going forward in your life. Good luck to you both.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for sharing your experience and encouraging words!

[@carmenlittle1794]

My goal is for this freedom for my family……here’s to dreaming big!!!!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

yes, go for it!

[@shirleybaldonado-gima9906]

Congratulations 🎉... That's a very good decision to make.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes, it feels great to receive supports from the viewers. Thank you!

[@vaotawa9884]

You are exactly right-Life is too short not to enjoy and experience a happy life with your spouse/partner. You do you. Much luck to both of you throughout your one-year journey together. Enjoy

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you~

[@mosqutio88]

Thanks for sharing. I went thru a colonoscopy and endoscopy in my 30s. Glad I didn’t have any polyps. I decided to quit my job and live off my dividends and premiums. Living life peacefully. I wish you and your wife the best. ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you:)

[@andresoares2110]

How much do those dividends pay per year? What's the dividend yield, 2-3%?

[@mosqutio88]

@@andresoares2110 3-5% yield and weekly and monthly covered calls I aim for less than 1% ROI per contract.

[@mosqutio88]

@@andresoares2110 SCHD is around 4% and O is around 5% yield. There's also SPY and QQQ but I just reinvest the dividends to DCA them.

[@mosqutio88]

@@andresoares2110 Pays enough to cover living expenses for a family of four. Dividend yield is around 5%.

[@tranviviannga9586]

Thank you very much for sharing so sincerely, when it comes from the heart your well meant intention does make others reflect. It is precious how you both reach out to connect to others and to yourselves. Today's world is chaotic with constant distractions, especially from social platforms that we loose sight of who we are, what we truly aspires to and how best to balance our lives. We all together on the same planet and are connected in every ways but the polarisation of politics and religions (manipulated by those in power) leads many to think we are different but deep down we are all human beings. You guys are doing a great job in sharing your journey. Let us be more mindful to appreciate those around us and our environment wherever we are.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your loving and encouraging words:)

[@kudos2writers]

Hello, Sean and Jin (by the way this is how your names are captioned. If that's wrong please let me know). I understood what you meant about the tradition of parents deciding whom their children will marry and have seen in many Korean dramas, how their children are used for political or business connections. I am watching ENCOUNTER with Park Bo Gum and Song Hye Kyo. This is one of the most extreme examples of using children to gain political positions that I have ever seen. I hope that this somehow changes in the near future, to at least decreasing levels of interference and intrusion in the lives of couples who love each other and want to be married, but are forestalled and even forbidden by parents with these goals and ideas. I pray for the future of everyone who finds themselves in these situations. 🙏

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

hi~ welcome to our channel. Encounter is fun drama to watch indeed. Luckily, it's slowly changing as younger generations try to make their own path rather than fully conforming to their parents' will. Stay tuned for our other contents~

[@kudos2writers]

@@abitdifferentkoreans I've watched many of your videos and of course I'm subscribed! I really appreciate your giving us the clear picture! Plus, I loved that watermelon bowl filled with fruit that Jin made!

[@shawnburke-lm7gp]

First video I have seen. Love what you two have to say. Thanks for the video, I will subscribe and like and watch more.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks and welcome!

[@johnnytate69]

oh wow your background is like a desktop wall paper.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Isn't it beautiful? Thanks for watching~

[@labelladominique]

Thanks for sharing your story. It was very helpful to me. I wish you and your wife the best on your year-long journey. Hopefully, you will visit the Caribbean island of Dominica sometime!!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Glad it was helpful and yes, we'll make a visit!

[@Kokuma4885]

멋지네요 저는 30대 초에 그만 두고 중남미 여행한 게 신의 한수였다고 느껴요. 돈 모으면 아내와 또 그만 둘 생각입니다:)

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

구독자님분이야말로 멋지십니다! 예전에 우유니에 혼자 여행갔을 때 일 그만두고 와계셨던 부부분들을 여러 커플 만났었어요~

[@taekchong9955]

Congratulations for seeing the life the way you should see but most fail to see in Korea. We just need more people like you to change what is ailing Korea. I returned to Korea to retire after 50 years in US, doing similar work as you did in Korea. But I now have serious doubts about Korean way of living, readily visible to people coming from different way of life. Kudos to you and your wife, making attempts to wake people up in Korea.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouragement!

[@diannadorn9719]

The cows and horses are very curious about you😊😉 This is what I want to do. I just got divorced after 27 years of narcissistic abuse. I was married to a covert narcissist who nearly broke my spirit. I'm starting over and God is healing me from the abuse and trauma he put me through. I became interested in Korean culture in 2022 watching foreign films. I'm planning on going to Korea next spring. I'm looking forward to seeing the palaces and other historical sights. I've been studying Hangul, still not very good at it😬 but I'll keep trying. When I was younger I went to many different countries doing missions work with YWAM. I wish you both the best & God bless your journey ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Haha yes, they came out of nowhere indeed! We should have talked with them more:)

[@no_professional12]

What a wonderful decision you've both made for your lives. You look to be happy with the choices made despite societal pressures pushing toward a more 'traditional' route & I'm sure you won't regret it. You'll make memories which will last a lifetime. Great video. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for such kind words:)

[@슬로우빌]

용기있는 선택과 결정을 응원해요. 독특한 여행담으로 많은 사람들이 즐겨 찾는 컨텐츠 되길 바랄게요.♡

[@Mtzmtz540]

That is what I call wisdom🙏🏻🙏🏻. You made the right decision. When you finish your life, you will have left the most amazing memories to your children, if chosen to have any. Congratulations. I just subscribed to your channel because I want to follow your journey 👍👍👍👍👍.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouraging words!

[@xenoredrum]

So encouraged by your message and decision to live out your faith! Congratulations on your first step towards Matthew 6:33. Looking forward to seeing more of your faith journey here! God bless!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouraging words! Yes, we'll keep Matthew 6:33 in mind:)

[@EXM123]

The horse part was really funny LMFAO. I was expecting a super serious video all the way through and then they started peeing and staring HAHA

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Yes, they were the scene stealers indeed!

[@livejoyfully]

Omg hi Sean! This popped up on my feed and it's great to see you and your wife making a decision for yourselves! It's been so many years since college when I was doing IB recruiting and I think you were on the recruiting team haha :P Time flies!!!!! Sending your family my best and hope you're enjoying traveling and taking care of your health!!!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Wow great to hear from you! Thanks for your encouragement. I wish you the best too:)

[@quedubonheur9621]

Congratulations! Keep going on Following your joy, jour excitement, you will achieve great success without a doubt. You are on the right track for sure. You freed yourselves, I am so happy, purely genuinely happy for you both. Enjoy your pause, trust, life will show you the next step. Thank you for this beautiful video. By the way, the animals are very sensitive to energy. Don't misunderstand the horse came because it wanted to help. You said it's a serious conversation here and the horse came here with its beautiful energy to tell you "yes,yes human but don't take all of that too seriously,...life can be a fun game" It was a amazing synchronicity. Thank you again ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

thank you for your kind words, and yes, we should have embraced horses' approach better:)

[@UncleVuitton]

I'm moving to Korea but I pray to the Lord Jesus that I don't get lost in chasing social status and money... I'm just trying to make life easier for my parents

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Don't lose sight of what's important during your stay in Korea.

[@rbx211]

Thanks so much for sharing. I'm planning to get out of the rat race myself in about less than 2 years from now. I just gonna travel and enjoy life with the fam. Good luck to you two!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks and good luck on your journey!

[@LotusBloom0309]

Are you ARMY? Because this is the message BTS has been sending for 11 years. If you are not familiar, check out their debut song No More Dream and N.O. Listen to the lyrics.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thanks for your comment. I'm alware of the messages BTS sends out to the world but I'm not ARMY. Love their songs and actually sang their song in a Korean karaoke in my other video:)

[@monero892]

BTS fans are deluded crazy obsessive people

[@techlover231]

I'm happy for you both. I hope your channel does well. Very interesting story, past, present and future. Looking forward to following your journey! God bless!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you:)

[@ritag.1929]

I, too had 2 major health scares. Mini stroke & 4 polyps in colon. I quit my high paying career in Telecom. Now, I travel and follow my curiosity. Many Blessings to you both.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

thanks for sharing your story and your blessings!

[@theregisteredindependent]

You two are amazing. What a lovely couple. Your wife seems so sweet and kind. It seems that Korea has picked up the "American way" of work work work until you drop. What an outstanding message. God bless!

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you!

[@meggiegreen6415]

Loved what you had to say about your ongoing journey through life❤. It’s so important to have money so that you can have options in life. But never let money take over your life. It’s just not necessary. Living and loving is very precious. Embrace your good health. ❤

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

That's right! Thank you~

[@judyhendricksart]

Great job on your introductory video. . Can't wait to see more of them. 😃

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you:)

[@canurebell]

Thank you for sharing your life dreams. Lucky that you both have the means when 99% of the world cannot or unable to do so. When I hit pause for 2 years from burn out and work place harassment, only our bills went up higher. I just started a new job, and hope to start lower down my debts. I admire the two of you of your courage and bravery in changing lifestyles traveling the world. I’m excited to see more of your journey. Good luck and take good care of your health.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Thank you for your encouraging words and supports!

[@johnkim7968]

Great job, guys! Keep up the great work and may God continue to bless your life. I’m 47 and retired. Now I travel with my family and I am living the dream.

[@abitdifferentkoreans]

Good for you as well. Thank you!