Living a Minimalist Nomad Life to Save Money ~ My Financial Struggle

[@ConnieRiet]

Money may not be everything. But life is pretty hard without it.

[@magalydiaz9073]

So true. Thank you for your beautiful videos. They bring me peace.

[@siboneypeltier2307]

@@magalydiaz9073 1 Timothy 6:10 ...THE LOVE of money is the root of all evil...

[@Adrinacolacoprakashsinha]

Like I always say … it’s easier being sad or sick in a mansion than while homeless on the street . At least that’s what I think. But what do I know… I’ve neither been homeless nor live in a mansion . I live well, tho , by God’s grace and well within my means . Other than a loan to buy our home , I’ve never had a loan .

[@thomasj.loebel9809]

Keep in mind.. RICH is sound as "Are eye see Heaven"

[@carmichaelmoritz8662]

No way you're almost fifty. Life is only hard without money if you're in poor health.

[@donnarakitzis2719]

Living debt free is freedom

[@maureenvandine7882]

Please note that money is not evil. It is the love of money that is the root of all evil

[@alittleheavenonearth]

💯

[@davyhenry8985]

Agree

[@dawnsalisbury1989]

Very important distinction!

[@angelrosee73]

YES!!! That detail makes all the difference - it's the LOVE of money, not the money itself - tremendous difference in a person's life and character

[@mygoodlife204]

I was coming to the comments to say that!

[@Carole616]

I have naturally been frugal my entire life. Wasting money on "Stuff" has always felt ridiculous to me. Peace of mind is not having debt.

[@mariekebootsma4346]

You are so right

[@JohnBurman-l2l]

Me too. It's spiritually 'clean' to value what we need to have and not take from life what we don't need....our society is deeply corrupted.

[@jennifershakira409]

Caroline, same here. If I spent money 💰 buying something, I regret I so much, I can't sleep for many days thinking about it. So, I lead very simple life, I just spend money on groceries, gas, food & mortgage, that's it.

[@midlifewanderings]

@@JohnBurman-l2l my husband and I feel the same way. Society dictates how we live which we see a lot of our friends fall into the trap of having "more." Living simple and debt-free is what we preferred.

[@Caroline-Ann1509]

@@jennifershakira409I’m not sure it’s healthy to feel bad to that extent though

[@fiorenzaattanasio4796]

My Mom used to say “ IF YOU CAN LIVE A SIMPLE LIFE…YOU ARE A RICH PERSON “ ..she is gone now this widowed at 24 yrs old single fiercely independent Italian speaking immigrant mother of three small children in Canada in 1959…… she never ever dated or went with another man because she said what your dad gave me in 7 years no man will give in a lifetime…a real resilient woman she was. Connie you are resilient like her. Grazie Milli Cara

[@PeacefulTraveller888]

So beautiful. I too had a very wonderful mother. Similar. I’m blessed. I miss her a great deal but I know she visits me in spirit and guides me ❤️🧡💰

[@sara-ry5tz]

Regards and prayers for your mom...amazing lady❤❤❤

[@freetowandernow]

My husband and I decided to change our life by selling our house in Canada and becoming nomadic almost three years ago. We now own a small place in Mexico where we can live simply and a camper van in Canada to explore North America in summer. We also housesit and enjoy the adventures that brings as well. I have learned to need very little and am very, very happy with less.

[@robertashaffer3950]

Your life sounds beautiful! I am right smack in the middle of huge changes in my life. Lots to ponder. Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@freetowandernow]

@@robertashaffer3950Everything will work out for you! 🙏

[@HerAeolianHarp]

Sounds wonderful, rich and varied.

[@ConnieRiet]

That's incredible! We must be cut out of the same cloth. 😊

[@DonnaDorant]

What are the costs of owning a house in Mexico. As a fellow Canadian in Victoria I am drowning under household debt.

[@janeyoung4844]

If we have nothing but peace we have everything ❤

[@alittleheavenonearth]

❤

[@robertholland7558]

You own nothing and be happy, right?

[@kathleenmorris9309]

Still need to live..

[@Ladyle4ever]

Amen 🙏🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙏🙏🥂💯

[@jillychandler]

I am now selling off all the "stuff" I have accumulated all my life, and it is helping me pay for the basics now, such as food and drink, and a roof over my head for me and my rescue greyhound Madge. I am so grateful for what I have. xxx

[@El_Nombre-e3x]

Lovely Madge x

[@greenlady43]

We sold our home and bought a 5th wheel RV . We traveled across our country and saw wondrous places that would not have been possible had we stayed in our house. Sometimes we work camped to ‘get ahead’. Our health and age (82 and 75) has stopped our traveling. We live near our children and still live in our RV. I’ve no desire for a house, but we are home

[@cherylperkins7538]

I grew up poor. Not having enough to eat and go to a movie with a friend is life altering. You never completely get over it.

[@Rozzi381]

I did this, enjoying the freedom and lack of responsibility, then I got diagnosed with cancer and that need for stability and security were overwhelming. To get a place and unravel my nomadic world took time and energy I didn't have. I have secured a tiny apartment and realise that truly life happens whilst we make other plans. A contingency is a must for such things always.

[@gracesimplified3860]

🙏

[@alysekrysiak2184]

Praying for you

[@msbeecee1]

Blessings to u ✨️💛 ✨️

[@SIERRATREES]

Living within your means gives a certain peace. Less is more.

[@alittleheavenonearth]

❤

[@tinalemna7998]

Connie you look 30 years old. You have such beautiful skin. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. ❤

[@alittleheavenonearth]

❤❤❤

[@ConnieRiet]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@denisereneec]

I have a feeling it is because she doesn't have any stress in her life anymore. She does look beautifully peaceful.

[@tedpreston4155]

I noticed that too. When she was talking straight into the camera, Connie's whole face had this aura of peace and love and sharing. The colors in her eyes, sweater and hair seemed remarkably harmonious somehow. It was almost mesmerizing!

[@carmichaelmoritz8662]

@@tedpreston4155 it seems pretty fishy to me lol. Too perfect to be true

[@theresamish1746]

True Wealth is freedom, "money is a tool to build the life you want" this mindset helped me to learn frugality, saving, budgeting and investing. I saved my first 100k from investing right now I'm retired 47 and living life on my own terms

[@rubyhenshaw3391]

Great video content and inspiring comment from you. Trying to fix my life and finances one at a time. How do I learn to Invest?

[@theresamish1746]

You can read articles on the topic There's many options like Stocks, ETFS etc you can get a Pro to guide you through it will make it easier.

[@ritadavou1388]

Buy freedom not stuff! I've heard it a few times and it makes a lot of sense. Build the life you want

[@rubyhenshaw3391]

TY for replying to me. Do you recommend any type of professional?

[@theresamish1746]

*Growwealthy* *with* *Rachel*

[@martinsmith251]

I’ve travelled a bit and wherever I go, the happiest people are those that are content with whatever they have.

[@papermason]

I can empathize with the heavy feeling in the household, my parents were both unemployed at the same time. It was the late 1960's. Life was hard, but my parents just kept going. We had to eat stuff we didn't like, only had a few outfits, etc. etc. Eventually, my parents found work, and we moved to a less than desirable apartment that Mom and Dad kept spotless. I can only look back in admiration at their resilience. RIP Daddy.

[@ivearies4187]

As I watch this, I am picking up the last things from my apartment in Colorado. I am keeping the necessary items only and moving with a friend temporarily. I am not longer attracted to material stuff.

[@rebacarmack8335]

I hope this is from choice and not necessity.

[@indman101]

Money isn't the root of all evil but the Love of the money is.

[@meloearth]

No. Greed is.

[@MsWindWaveSea]

It's ok to love money as long as you don't use, sacrifice or cheat other people.

[@indman101]

@@meloearth That's what it's refering to.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Errr ............. no it's not. It's your relationship with money. Do you use it constructively or are you mean and selfish or greedy? Money gives you opportunity and choice. It is HOW you use it that can make it either evil or a blessing ie constructive positive or destructive and negative.

[@indman101]

@@alexmorgan3435 Jesus said it's the Love of the money is the root of all Evil.

[@johnbruenn8755]

My wife and I have gone down a similar financial path you guys have. I retire in 2 months. We’re selling everything, including our house and moving on to our boat full time where we seem to be our happiest. I can not wait for this next chapter!

[@Judi-lm2fj]

2008 was the downfall of our lives. We lost our home, went thru bankruptcy and our marriage fell apart. Living simply is important now. Great video.

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Love the color theme of 4RA, it’s so catchy and vibrant! Eye-candy bhi, money-candy bhi! 🌈💸

[@barbsdee3831]

I noticed that 99% of my emails are trying to sell me something. I went through a lot and unsubscribed, I delete the others without opening them so I’m not tempted. As well as turning the lights off when leaving a room I also don’t leave anything in ‘stand-by’ mode anymore and turn tv etc off at the plug. Great video thank you 👍🏼

[@caravanlifenz]

You look beautiful and youthful. I've met so many people who lost their homes after recessions or illness. You've handled the stress well.

[@veronicwbrennan4002]

Following you for a good while, this is the most empathetic one yet. I felt calm after watching and listening to you.

[@ConnieRiet]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@mariaanna1421]

Love hearing the reason why people become frugal, there is usually a reason. Mine is I had a shopping addiction for years that gradually got worse since I started working 15 years ago, it got me into debt and i remember feeling out of control and powerless, now I am on a budget and get so much joy out of being in control of my finances I feel free and lighter it’s an Amazing feeling, thank you for your video and sharing your story it’s so inspiring ❤️

[@donaldteuber8588]

It's been wisely said... Live a life you don't need a vacation from. The wisdom of simplicity. The luxury of efficiency.

[@Justme-qn2qw]

Bless your heart. It is amazing what you can do when you have to. My husband had a heart attack after that 2008 downfall. He was a builder and it all collapsed around us. I applaud what you are doing. Cut the strings and BE FREE.

[@uscitizen898]

There are many points here to learn; the importance of NOT living beyond one's means being quite high to the top I believe.

[@TheMissus.P]

100%!

[@katmeup7]

Agree…and to have a 6 month emergency fund for living expenses. Once I had that in place, I relaxed about the future.

[@lssmith1134]

Money is not the root of all evil, it is the love of money, making it a god.

[@tommiemaese7116]

I am so happy for you and your family. You look so at peace with the decisions you have now made

[@katiewright2232]

That is an amazing story. So many of us went through a very similar scenario in 2008. I became a single mother of three children that year, and I lost my job and almost lost our townhome, but managed somehow to forge ahead. These experiences build resilience and allow us to hone in on the things that are most important to us, so the lessons learned you can say are worth the struggles! What a fascinating adventure to you are on now the world freely - it sounds amazing. Very inspiring!😊

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[@IrmaRosario-hp8ng]

The love of money is the root of all evil. Money is not evil. Just wanted to clear up that quote. Thanks for sharing.

[@Irishgrl59]

Connie I got to the point when I walked into a store I would say to myself is this a want or a need and that changed everything❤❤❤

[@keepitreal1547]

Hi Connie, you're a smart woman & what you're saying in such a lovely voice & speed of speech, is extremely soothing. If I can ask, how does such a smart woman get into the debt problems you & your husband did? I ask out of curiosity, as I see many others do the same. With a similar upbringing to yours & now at a similar age, i've always been quite frugal & outside of a home mortgage (now paid off in full) i've only ever spent on needed stuff & only cash purchases. Freedom has been everything to me for most of my adult life, that nothing would ever tempt me to get into debt. Always worked for myself & semi retired recently. Love your story & a new subscriber here. All the very best to you both.

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[@chelongogan3904]

Keep praying 🙏

[@QAsession]

Its nice that you are enjoying this "season" of your life. Aging parents sometimes interrupt this lifestyle if we are to play a role in caretaking. Be well.

[@Tbow9999]

You have such a beautiful outlook on life and your smile is like sunshine good luck and have fun on your journey

[@tamarap387]

Oh my goodness your LIFE!! With all of your moves and experiences even til now, I thought...."How are you not 110 yrs old??" Thank you for being such a beautiful inspiration!

[@ConnieRiet]

😂 Somedays I feel 110 years old.

[@paulfalchi9548]

I Am going to retire to the farms of PA in time. Thank You God And Universe!

[@rkug777]

You share a lot of wisdom! Society has messed up a lot of people bombarding us with things we “need”. All that said, I’m not sure how inexpensive it is to travel the world given the cost of flights etc. One must be working remote full time and constantly adapt to time zone changes and still be productive. We can all find ways to let go of “stuff” but my husband and I need to be working full time for the nest egg we’ve worked hard to add to over decades. Love love traveling but full time travel is not possible till retirement and then there’s the dreaded healthcare costs of one needs it…. Best wishes

[@andreaprice1677]

This for some reason hits home, I too lived with scarcity growing up as well. I love the freedom that both you and your partner agreed on, this my partner will not agree to. This was a nice morning message.

[@taniadolphy5122]

First-time viewer from Minnesota 😊. Nice to meet you. I look forward to your next video.

[@dorothynason6934]

Loved this.Thank you for sharing your journey and thoughts on living a minimalist lifestyle❤😊You are a lady who has the same outlook on life as I do.After losing two homes over 42 years,being a minimalist is the way to go to be happier.

[@tereclemmer7923]

You are right. There is no right or wrong way to live life. It takes a lot of courage to do what needs to be done to survive and move forward. What you have done through your difficult times takes a lot of courage. Congratulations on being so free of material attachments!

[@mariawatson4171]

Well said... we too are nomads and soon will be traveling (slowly) outside the US! Your videos are so beautiful ❤️

[@ConnieRiet]

Get it! Enjoy your adventures.

[@wendybowman5305]

thanks for this video so inspiring. Yes each person has to choose how they live and I think being happy and peaceful is the answer. I am retired, don't own a house and live minimally. I have had 2 careers in my early life and now have a good pension. I live within my means. I have no debt and will keep it that way. If I don't have the cash I wait to buy. I was not always that way however as I aged my wants and needs shifted. I am glad they did.

[@margarettownsley9500]

We all usually go through a breaking point in one way or another and when we eventually get through it we are usually wiser and stronger in one way or another our life’s remind me of the broken china teapot a treasured possession it was never used for tea again but it was clued back together by its owner and used as a plant 🌱 pot which was put on display to be admired by many but when used as a teapot it was only put on display and used once a year on Christmas Day’ life can be different after circumstances but so much more beautiful and meaningful thank you Connie for this lovely video

[@karenthue8978]

I love how nuanced you Are. Not selling a way of Life as better. Both ways of living, and all lives, has its challenges..

[@donnabootes7272]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful story God always provides God bless you and your husband on your new journey ❤🌸

[@kendallmcguire]

I also grew up in a large family in the Rocky Mountains (Manitou Springs, CO).

[@KatherineE41]

This is the first time you have popped up on a recommendation and I am so glad I took the time to listen. My season is cold and miserable and I hope that my choices start to mould the life that I want in retirement. At 59 your words designated. Thank you.

[@vickypatout5361]

Love your wise & peaceful content. Thank you for these videos❤

[@RestorationRanchHealing]

Living in the moment. My family and I have traveled some of these same roads. We adapt and live in today. Great content !

[@leanne7306]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful story. It is very inspiring to me. I am trying to get rid of the extra "stuff" in my life.😊

[@sallydeslandes7990]

Thank you so much Connie for sharing your story. You are such a warm and loving example of resilience and what is important to value and prioritise. This is such an inspiring episode filled with quiet wisdom.

[@DW...]

Becoming a minimalist is life changing in so many ways🩶

[@moniquecm1144]

❤️❤️thank you for sharing what everyone is going true these days ❤️❤️

[@hanafitalib]

I’m starting a journey towards debt free & nomadic lifestyle now! Thank you for sharing the reasons you did yours Connie! Good luck with your journey with the loved ones!

[@rroumeli]

You are blessed that you have been able to do all this while still young and healthy. I love seeing the beauty of nature in your videos.

[@VipinKumar-ut9xc]

Absolutely, and have you noticed how quick 4RA loads? Betting in seconds, so cool! 🚀

[@lindaness7002]

Thank you...thought provoking messages.

[@melaniebong]

I do that with my partner since 2015. Now we are at the point to get a tiny home for ourselves in the aerea we found out to be the best for us. Enjoy the journey! 💕👍

[@angellawalker4948]

Its been a while Connie, thanks for sharing. You are a true inspiration. I am 51 yo and also an empty nester. My only debt is my home. Love always. God bless you❤

[@cearmalevis3354]

That was a very inspiring video. Although I know I won’t be leaving my home it somehow struck a chord with me. Thank you Connie.

[@morriselee]

Living a frugal life is critical to have a financially stable life. Living below your means, save and invest the remaining, rinse and repeat. Never stop.

[@kindred1113]

You always look happy. I like some accommodations like a blow drying my hair but I guess everything is life is possible. I am praying to meet a nice guy so we can travel and enjoy gardening and those simple joys that mother earth bring. It hasn't happened yet, but I trust it will someday. I think you are brave and good thing you have your husband to share your life.....happy journey dear soul.....hugs....MINDY

[@ConnieRiet]

My husband is definitely a catch! I'm very blessed to have him.

[@SWKS_AG05]

May you enjoy your fruits in peace ❤. Thanks for sharing.

[@DanielLehan]

We always had a clothes line at our house. Some days when my mother hung up her bloomers, it looked like the whole 82nd U.S. Airborne got tangled up in our clothes line!

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

A meal we made was egg rice. Take cooked rice in a frying pan. Butter and good heat onions and seasoning you can get a delicious meal. If you have meat like bacon or something else that you removed bones from and it's going to taste better in egg rice. Heat pan add oil/butter,add onion and green onion,meat, after you get Onion clear glazed add rice you want rice fairly hot add fold your beater eggs and don't let them stick. Can add cheese or salsa,I like to add taco bell packets if I have any handy. They TB like to add a little extra if you ask .

[@cindymac3963]

I loved hearing your story, it really made me think! Thank You for sharing !

[@uscitizen898]

I think it would interesting to find out how you earn money now for basic living expenses. (Not how much you make...that's not our business...but are you self-employed, or take day jobs, etc.)

[@LilyGazou]

162k subscribers

[@ConnieRiet]

Great Question! I'll make a video about that. Thanks!

[@michaelsayre1273]

U r so right …. About money

[@christinaannabel]

Living in an RV and traveling in airplanes are both very petroleum intensive things to do. One can live a simple life by staying put in a modest dwelling, growing food, drying laundry outside, driving one energy efficient car, and so forth.

[@josephinefahey9308]

Good for you girl, I support you 100%

[@happinesshomemade5855]

Wow your life is interesting! I don’t know if we could do it but good for you guys! This is the first video of your channel I saw. Can’t wait to see more! Christie

[@julie-sm8kn]

I really needed to hear this, thanks for your honesty.

[@sabbarwal_punjab_wala]

Just entered my bets on 4ra for this weekend, hoping for some good winnings 🤞💰

[@teresa5007]

You look amazing for a 50 year old. You have such beautiful and youthful skin. You have a slim athletic figure and a very calm and philosophical attitude to life. You're living my fantasy life! Each of your videos is an adventure that I can't wait to share with you. ❤

[@windyacresway]

50 is not that old lol.

[@ConnieRiet]

Oh my! Thank you for the lovely compliment.

[@teresa5007]

@@ConnieRiet 🌹

[@lindastangelo1636]

Lovely video.... my husband and I are severely paring down. Right now living in a rental my son bought. Not sure how nomadic we will become, but are having our Visa appt. for moving to Portugal soon. He is applying for Italian citizenship, so may move to Italy after that. We are taking it one day at a time and only keeping 2 Tansu chests and few boxes of mementos in case we move back to the U.S. down the line. It is cathartic to pare down our lives to a few boxes. Maybe at some point, we may even let those things go too.

[@airstreamer]

We had a very similar experience. We never want to be slaves to DEBT anymore. It was crushing. Hence, we live full time on the road now. We appreciate your choices. We are the same as you no exit plan, but we will know when the time comes to change again. - Michelle

[@noagoldwasser3147]

You are amazing, Connie, thanks for opening my mind and even blowing it up a little 😊

[@cynthiafortier2540]

I wonder where Connie lives, her sirroundings are amazing!!

[@andreawales1938]

You might want to correct the text on the title slide - “being broke lead me to this lifestyle” - to “being broke led me to this lifestyle.”

[@dawnurbina-x9d]

You’re brave to take life in a different direction.

[@np8173]

Beautiful thoughts, beautiful video. Thank you ❤

[@juliejames3338]

Good luck in this new part of living Conne; Certainly seeing the world x

[@melissadimoush8196]

Hi Connie, love your channel and am so glad to have found it! I want to live exactly like this and I also struggle with the effects of a head injury. I think I’m going to love following you. Thank you. ❤

[@brightpage1020]

My husband and I moved our family from an expensive area cross country to a defunct Birch farm on northern Lake Michigan. It is like our fresh start. He has a new job here and has has recenty started a microgreens farm side hustle that is doing so well, he is building a green house now to supply year round local produce, very much in demand with grocers, restaurants, and caterers. The kids have an acreage to tear up, and a pond to hunt frogs in. There is a glamping cabin that came on the back end with the property as well as a farm house. It's not fancy but the kids have loved helping to care for our chickens... We might start a UPick orchard soon for seasonal tourists. So far so good. We're still trying to fit all the old junk into the new farmhouse... Or have a giant yard sale for it - So a work in progress, but moving forward fearlessly - because with the sale of our old expensive home, we could pay cash for this one. No mortgage! This we hope will become a generational property we can develop for extensions of our family... I love vlogs like yours that show the simple beauty of living closer to nature than concrete! Living it with you as we dream!

[@brightpage1020]

PS now I want sheep! 😆

[@bernardkeal5834]

That’s the life kids that will grow up in a healthy environment doing chores that will make them useful at an early age and stand up members of society because they have a respect for their environment. Great stuff.

[@xenia6040]

We bult a tiny house and lived from what? Money for the house, the plot from where? Live on what income?

[@pce12345]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤ You are an amazingly strong person. I need to be following your lead. Being frugal actually makes you so much more appreciative of what's important 💓

[@TheMennomilist]

It is a shame that you had to go through all that debt and financial struggle to get to minimalism, but it is good you went through them because it got you to where you are now. It taught you so much. I am really glad that happened for you. You are a long time minimalist like me (I started in 2006). There aren't many of us out there. I feel most became minimalists about 4-7 years ago, from what I have seen around the net. I LOVE that you sold EVERYTHING you own to travel. That is so amazing. I did that when I started initially and am sure we'll do such a thing when empty nesters too. I loved your story. This was also a lovely video. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@prettythingshomedecor]

You are so right about money. I don't want a lot, just enough to be a blessing to others. If you are making ends meet, you sure want have a lot to bless others. I grew up poor, but then I got an education and attended college. My family was doing well until it wasn't. A lot happened... divorce and illness. Now, I live frugally. I don't have everything. I wish I could live that life, but I need to allow my grandson to finish high school. I have considered the Van Life, but for now I stay put for now.

[@missymyers7043]

I understand wanting to be debt free and living frugally. Makes sense. It is a relief and feels freeing. My husband and I are in our early 60’s debt free, some savings. However how do you earn income to sustain your nomadic lifestyle? That’s the part that throws us off. We currently rent, (never owned a home) and are both self employed with not retirement. So still a financial struggle to me financially independent.

[@LilyGazou]

Sold a house. No overhead like that.

[@LilyGazou]

And 162k subscribers 👍🏼

[@CarolenGrayToday]

To clarify for some people it’s the LOVE of money that is the root of all evil- money is just a tool but we all have to use it unless you go off grid! Which you’ve done! Love your videos always!

[@janjentz1053]

Always enjoy your uplifting messages and practical advice. Finding a life that is comfortable and within your financial means is so important. Thanks for sharing.

[@shawnboutilier8130]

Love your channel. Wishing you continued success. Your nomadic lifestyle is amazing. Thank you for sharing. I will offer one point you are blessed to have your health and mobility .We so often take health and mobility for granted. This is why a permanent location with established health care can be a must for some people. Thanks again for sharing your journey. It lifts my spirits to be able to escape from my permanent home for a short escape. All the best, Connie .

[@carlaadams1386]

Such a calming voice🫂

[@KNS616]

Wow. Nice video and message. Thank you