Why I Quit My Job :: What I'll do next

[@jamesworley2674]

Jethro, no exaggeration, your channel saved my life. Your philosophical musings have encorourage me to move on from my past, the heart ache, the despair, the feeling of betrayal... Genuinely, you've encouraged me to get out into this great country of our. Encouraged me to go on my first bike packing trip - alone! - to Scotland. Encouraged me to see the beauty in life. So from me a heart felt congratulations for what your choices will bring. Thank you. Good luck sir!

[@jamesworley2674]

ps. whoever it was in their comment below who said '...remember; bikes don't have a reverse gear, so just keep moving forwards!' Thank you too; I'm steeling that one as my motto to motivate me for what comes next.

[@JethroJessop]

I will take that as the best comment I could receive. Honestly don't really know what to say except that if that is the case then I'm very proud of whatever it was I did that has such an effect. Life is usually pretty good even when it seems to be otherwise and getting out into the world is often the best way to see the goodness. Thank you for the kind words and I hope you have many more fantastic adventures lined up in the future!

[@zingmo]

I find myself really looking forward to future episodes: "An Englishman on a bike in Sweden", "The best way to transport small people by bike", "I bought a Volvo", "Jethro and Alan get lost in the Swedish woods" and "I wish I had brought my Tentsile with me". All the best for the future fella, and remember; bikes don't have a reverse gear, so just keep moving forwards!

[@JethroJessop]

I have been constructing a notional list of potential future videos and you pretty much nailed it in one 😉 I'll definitely be doing some exploring and some gazing out to sea which will no doubt translate to the tiny screen somehow.

[@jmaydelotte]

Don't forget "Sweden's own version of the great dyke" and "Why do Swedish eggs taste different?"

[@JethroJessop]

@@jmaydelotte This is all just an excuse to rehash all my old videos but with "In Sweden" in the title 😉 I'm going for Euro Clicks!

[@stevenleak6400]

As an old geezer looking back (with no regrets Jethro) but looking back, I applaud your decision to honour your current and past iterations and take "the risk" . . .

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It definitely feels like the right thing to do, which I assume means it really IS the right thing to do. Lets see where it all takes me :)

[@roldorf5615]

Hi Jethro, I did exactly that in 2001. Got rid of everything bought a tent and sleeping bag and went backpacking in Europe for 6 months. Ended up in Germany. Still there, a pensioner and since Brexit now a German citizen. Go for it and good luck.

[@JethroJessop]

Wow, that must have been amazing. I'm glad it worked out for you :) Sometimes it is worth just shaking things up a bit even if just to find out what you really want from life. I'm feeling pretty positive about things at the moment. Long may that feeling last ;)

[@tonysilver9214]

A beautiful Swedish singer once intoned. "Listen To Your Heart." Good luck Jethro, all very best wishes.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. You know what? I didn't actually know that Roxette were Swedish. There are several musicians who have turned out to be Swedish after knowing their music for ages.

[@kl-ke9ec]

Thanks!, Good luck

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! I really appreciate that. I hope I can keep the videos coming and that you'll continue to enjoy the channel

[@lauraburk5020]

I quit my last job because I was being floated to various roles as an OB/Neonatal nurse on a daily basis. Since I had experience in Labor and delivery, postpartum, Antipartum, Level 2 Nursery, and Pediatrics my role and patients would sometimes be changed 6 times in 1 shift. I would start out as a labor nurse, then go to postpartum/mother/baby and aquire 3 more couplets plus the 1 I just labored. Then if we had a sick baby I would get pulled to the Level 2 Nursery. Then I may wind up in Peds or being pulled back to the other areas. The last shift I worked there I had 13 different patients. I had to not only provide care to these patients but I also had to chart on all of them and give report on all of them. I was not paid for my extra work and I was the only nurse who was being used in that way.

[@JethroJessop]

It honestly amazes me that there are any nurses left in the world. It sounds like an incredibly hard job that I don't think I could survive and yet every time I find myself in a medical situation (not that often thankfully) I amazed by the kindness and positivity of the folk in that role. I fully understand your pain and I tip my hat to you for even trying!

[@biking261]

Well done Jethro, sometimes you just need to follow your heart and not the head.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. You are right. It's nice to be cosy and safe and know what's coming next but also sometimes... Not. What the future holds we shall have to see. Exciting times!

[@andrewcallcut8445]

Enjoy. My partner is Swedish from Malmo. We go often, in summer i always take my (foldup) bike to explore the south of sweden. Plenty of quiet roads and countryside..

[@JethroJessop]

Its a beautiful place to cycle and summers in sweden are fantastic. Winter is a bit of a shock to a fragile Brit but eminently survivable ;)

[@lennartpesonen6051]

Welcome to Sweden Jethro! I did some investigating and learnt that there should really not be a problem for you to find a job as JS developer in Sweden. There seems to be quite a shortage here in your line of work. That being the case you will have no problem coming here as a arbetskraftinvandrare ( work force immigrant ). We are so happy to have you! There will be cake at the border!

[@JethroJessop]

Tack så mycket 😁 I have looked into it a little and I'm confident that I'm fairly employable for a few more years at least, before AI takes my job 😉 I need to really do the research and see what the options are though. If i can do some freelance and continue growing the channel then that would be a dream come true! We shall see, watch this space!

[@lennartpesonen6051]

@@JethroJessop I’m kind of rooting for the AI now and more time for you with developing this very enjoyable channel of yours. Maybe this is the future for all mankind, AI and automation. Not needed in production, but still important as consumers of the goods produced, humans will be free to spend their time more creatively, living on some kind of Citizen salary… At least until the AI overlord considers us more a nuisance than a somewhat amusing pet to have around. 😱 ( this went south )😀

[@JethroJessop]

@@lennartpesonen6051 That is the Sci-Fi utopia outcome indeed. It isn't impossible but I fear it relies on our governments and corporations having the best interests of the people as their guiding principle and... Hmm, probably not gonna happen now I put it like that ;) There is an interesting future coming up one way or another.

[@NigelMarston]

Bloody great decision. I'd absolutely have done the same given those options. Why am I confident in this?.. well, because I've currently painted myself into the opposite corner where I'm "safe" but I don't have a Louise. Older Nige is going to kick my arse if I don't make some big changes in the near future.

[@JethroJessop]

Its sometimes very helpful to consult your future opinionated-old-man. He tends to say what he thinks and can give some good advice. He does tend to go on though, if you let him 😉

[@ladyadventurer5095]

Ive only watched this and 2 other video's, Jethro, but your a pretty welcome character in this world of fake and shallow. I know you will make it work. You're following your heart, and thats an incredibly strong and adaptive direction. Go for it Jethro. Live laugh love and be happy....

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. If more people could follow those principles the world would be in a better state so I will try my best to aim for them. Hopefully there will be plenty more videos to entertain in the coming weeks and the back catalogue is always there if you need something to binge ;)

[@klausmcclean3369]

Bravo Jethro! What a beautiful, inspiring and personal video. The egg video was an unexpected joy but this raises the bar even higher. It continues to be a privilege to watch your content and I wish you every success in your Swedish adventure. Looking forward to hearing all about it in your future uploads. All the very best to you. Kloossy.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! It may be a bar from which I crash down very soon. There may well be another egg based outing coming soon 😉 Glad you enjoyed it though. I will try to keep the bar on an upward trend in the future!

[@Ey_up]

I had a life decision to make once in my thirties but decided against. Some regrets but it was a very big risk and since then, I've had plenty of time to generate new opportunities and "decision-times" in my life- which I'm very happy with but here, this sounds like you're very much doing the right thing. Good luck!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It definitely feels right and its exciting just to be shaking things up and doing something different. What the future has in store, only the future knows ;)

[@jameskolar9655]

The oldest story in the world Jethro, if you really do love this lady and she really does love you, the rest will all fall into place. I will continue to support you and your channel for all time, I promise! You just get on with living and enjoying your life with your new family in Sweden. Keep your vids going, enjoy the cycling and enjoy the adventure. Peace and love Jethro.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! I really appreciate such a comment and I wil do my best to keep having the adventures and putting out the videos. In the day dream scenario I actually put out more than I have in the past so let's wait and see! Thanks again 🙏

[@wilfwilliams]

Arrived for a weekend visit in Luxembourg 37 years ago. You never know what life has in store, and playing 3D time chess is a game without winners !

[@JethroJessop]

Haha, that's an impressive over stay! Are you sure you turned the gas off before you left? Did you give the plants extra water? 😉 I've never really had a plan so it actually feels pretty radical to be making any kind of decision if I'm honest. Exciting times ahead!

[@Mike-vd2qt]

Bro hug your way. When anyone is stuck in a rut and doubting their present course, that first big step out the door is the right direction. I lived in SoCal over 40 years with beaches and sunshine, and recently moved to Colorado. Thing is I was headed here 40 years ago from Philadelphia but got distracted along the way. I get you. Enjoy Sweden 🙂

[@JethroJessop]

Life can be very distracting. I'm glad you got there in the end though 😉 You are right though, sometimes the best thing is just try something new and see what happens. Let's see where it all leads!

[@hammockdweller]

It is always better to have tried something, than when you're old, regretting it that you didn't try it. So go for it and good luck. 👍

[@JethroJessop]

Very true. I'm pretty confident that I'm heading in the right direction regardless of where I end up

[@MadLFC]

Thanks Jethro for reinforcing my love of cycling and exploring. You always express your own passion for it in such philosophical ways and in this world of cold cynicism I often come back to your channel to get a little morale boost. Now go after your dreams and don't look back.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! I'm really pleased you find something good in the videos. I try to keep them honest and entertaining and I just hope that over the next few months I can find the time to get a few more than usual released ;)

[@jimmccorison]

In 2001, burned out from the Y2K free-for-all, I quit the IT world, farmed off my various employees to various customers, and shut down my consulting company. We bought a cruising boat and went to Mexico. Our lives took various twists and turns, almost all positive, and we find ourselves 20+ years later getting ready for retirement. We wound up in a place we never expected to settle, not Mexico, but we are quite happy here. Sure, we might not be as financially well off as we could have been, but we will have a comfortable retirement, and we've already had more adventures than most people ever dream of. I guess the rambling end of this is, take a chance. Life is uncertain and you shouldn't find yourself in your twilight years regretting that you didn't take that chance.

[@JethroJessop]

Sounds like you did the absolute best thing you could. Work just as much as you need to to enable the lifestyle you want. So many people don't set an upper limit on the work part and just keep slogging until they drop. No idea where all this will end me up but it feels good to be having the adventure! Thanks for the ramble. This channel is the place for things if ever there was one 😉

[@morganparry9814]

Jethro!!! This video is amazing mate. We will miss you. I hope you have an amazing future brother and Im glad i got the chance to work with you

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you buddy 😀 It has been a pleasure indeed and I'm leaving with a tinge of regret I have to say It is entirely likely that you haven't seen the last of me though. There have been rumblings about some freelance work later in the summer so I may well be gracing your zoom calls again at some point in the not too distant.

[@AldenThom-qn2go]

As someone who mostly had two jobs for his working life and only recently stopped, good one on you. For me now, one day to the next, often with time on a bike saddle, I find the days glourious. You have contributed mightily to that.

[@JethroJessop]

One day to the next! A good way to live if you can make it work. I'm trying my damndest at the moment and hopefully it will all work out. I shall keep reporting in 😉

[@thetruthseekermtb8323]

First video of yours that I've watched. But, I'm on board. Good luck to you Jethro. I like your style. You are indeed making a great decision!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm confident it's the right decision though where it will end up who knows? I shall try to keep making videos so you can share in the adventure - whatever shape it takes 😉

[@jamescoffin7670]

Bloody hell Jethro, you sly dog. Alan must be gutted but I guess he'll have to start his own channel if his cameos here must become less frequent. I've been enjoying your channel for a while and was worried this was the end. Really looking forward to some Swedish videos now. Good luck - you really have very little to lose.

[@JethroJessop]

Alan keeps threatening to do a channel of his own and I keep nagging him to do it as well. Because I'll be back and forth a fair bit trying to maximise my visa allowance I'm hoping to get a few rides in with Alan over the summer and if/when I get set up in Sweden he had better bloody come and visit! I very much appreciate the long term support and I really hope that this will actually be a good thing for the channel. At least until I get a "real" job I'm going to try and keep making as many (or more) videos as I have up till now. Hopefully they will keep your attention for a good long while yet 😉 Thanks again for watching

[@Tanstaafl1976]

Follow your bliss, Jethro. For your first meal in Sweden. Have a safe and enjoyable flight!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you so much! I don't know what to say. I'm really pleased that you like the channel and that you feel my little adventure is worth supporting. I shall absolutely buy a swedish feast and I'll drink you a toast as I eat. Thanks again! 😀

[@Tanstaafl1976]

@@JethroJessop You're very welcome, Jethro! Cheers!

[@JethroJessop]

@@Tanstaafl1976 I hope I continue to make videos that warrant such support 😀

[@RuggedJohnWoodland]

You’re life choices and philosophy’s are an inspiration and resonate in the hearts and minds of so many who will only dream of making such bold and beautiful choices. Folk who may draw the strength from your actions to implement in there own lives. Nestled amongst the waffle and jazz is pure gold. Choose life🤜🚲🤛

[@JethroJessop]

Thanks bro, that means a lot and doubly so coming from you. I needed a shake up and so far (3 days in) it's all looking promising. Looking forward to our next trip though. More jazz, more waffle. Hope we can meet up soon

[@DIY-DaddyO]

Follow your heart, and don't forget to take us with you...

[@JethroJessop]

I will try my best to do both of those things! I hope it's an enjoyable ride for all

[@donnyo65]

Just over eight years ago I was forced to leave a job I loved but after six months I realised that job was slowly killing me. I got a full pension so money was not an issue. I've had several jobs since all of which i went into knowing full well that, if I started to hate it, I could just throw my apron at the boss and walk out - that is incredibly empowering. I know teach kids on road cycling skills and love it. I get to ride and I also get to ride my own rides on my days off. It just takes that initial leap - mine was forced on me but it's no less nerve wracking . Good luck - I'm sure you will be fine whatever you end up doing.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm glad it all worked out for you and I'm hopeful it will come good for me too. I don't have a pension but I have enough saved to hopefully see me through to whatever is next. Watch this space! :)

[@hikingbikingderbyshire3682]

Good luck Jethro, your channel is and always has been different for which myself and others absolutely love you for it. For me your style of production for want of a better word is something I like to aspire to in my fledgling channel. Keep em coming Jethro. Bryn

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! It means a lot get feedback like that. I shall do my best to keep them coming as regularly as I can and lets see where this good ship is bound for ;)

[@grantswheelstohills]

...Good for you, and I think you will certainly brighten up two other people's lives no end ! So good decision all round ! As always, thank you for entertaining us....I guess you have told Alan ?

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I think it going to be a net positive for all involved so I can't really go wrong at this point. Only a week ish left and I'm keen just get gone now. Alan is fully behind me going on the proviso that he gets to come and visit and do some rides in Sweden once I settle. I've said I can probably put up with him for a few days ;) Hopefully he and I will be doing another ride together soon though as I'll be back and forth to keep within my visa days.

[@fattony6299]

Dude. You are such an inspiration. You deserve to be happy, and I am over the moon for you and your future plans. Ride on and keep waffling! See you in the next one! ❤❤

[@JethroJessop]

The waffling will certainly continue, no question there ;) I just hope it continues to entertain. Thanks for watching

[@paulvandermaas6639]

Excellent. Loved all your vids and Jethro philosophy, musings. I did what you did 11 years ago at 55 and went to be with my special German Lady. It did not work out, but I do not regret a moment of it. Thank you Jethro. Go for it. Be well and be safe. Paul

[@JethroJessop]

Sorry it didn't work out but good for you for doing it! I'm more and more excited about a new adventure the closer I get to it now. One week left at work and then I'm off. First Swedish videos coming soon i hope 😉

[@paulvandermaas6639]

@@JethroJessop Thank you for replying. Such a good feeling.. taking off, new experiences. Enjoy every moment x

[@JethroJessop]

@@paulvandermaas6639 I will! I'm enjoying it already and it hasn't even started yet 😉

[@jmaydelotte]

Thanks for taking us through your (beautifully narrated) thought process. It seems like the only choice that won't lead to major regret in future. If it doesn't pan out and you end up back where you are, what have you lost but maybe a couple of years. Best of luck and I can't wait to see the next few chapters.

[@JethroJessop]

Exactly, and who is to say that if I stick with the job that won't fall apart as well? I could lose my work to an AI and still lose a couple of years. This way its my decision and whatever happens, I tried for something important. No regrets!

[@TheLewinn]

Jethro I hope all works out as you wish. It really is another example of the crazy Brexit debacle. How many young lives have been effected like you is nothing more than tragic. I hope you can keep the videos coming because simply I enjoy them. All the best Neil.

[@JethroJessop]

Nice to be described as a "young life". That makes me sound very vibrant and exciting 😉 Yeah, Brexit has not gone well. I'm sure even a lot of those who voted for it would struggle to find a benefit reaped yet. But it isn't insurmountable, just another reason to get off this little island maybe.

[@xfrench]

I'm crying. And rooting for you. And crying. Good luck.

[@JethroJessop]

Quite the rollercoaster of emotions. I know what you mean and I thank you for the support It's going well so far. Early days but going well

[@AdamLewis-gu8jq]

Good on ya for making what is undoubtedly the right decision. Having quit my comfortable, enjoyable, reasonably well paying job to ride around the world on a motorcycle, started my on travel business (that I subsequently lost due to the pandemic), moved from Hampshire to Scotland and lived in my van for 6-mont by s whilst I re-trained at the age of 55, I absolutely live by the perhaps clichéd phrase 'I'd rather regret something I have done than something I haven't'. Good luck in your new venture. Oh and by B the way, I came across you whilst looking for Badger Divide info...I'll be riding it next weekend :-)

[@JethroJessop]

Yeah, you are right. Sometimes you gotta just do... something. Lest you end up doing nothing. Have a great time on the Badger! I hope the weather comes out for you. I was riding in Wales last week and pretty much every day was just wind and rain. Let me know how you get on!

[@matryderadventures]

Good luck., I'll be watching your videos all the way through!!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It really does all help. For my part I shall try to put out as many videos as I can for you to watch to the end 😉

[@guythacker6010]

Change is hard, but look at the possibilities!!!!!! Look forward to seeing your rides in Sweden .... and maybe a family to boot ..... Good Luck ....

[@JethroJessop]

Yeah it is. It's all too easy to get comfy and to get stuck in that comfort. I'm looking forward to some uncertainty and some adventure so bring it on! I shall try my best share it here as often as I'm able.

[@anvil49]

Thanks for opening up. Most of us have a "Should have" in our past.

[@JethroJessop]

As I said, I feel like some kind of explanation is deserved. I hope it was not too rambling and I'll try to get back to some standard rides and adventures soon ;)

[@pault1289]

What an articulately expressed decision - I wish you all the best with it. And hope that one day, with luck soon, we'll be able to improve the travel restrictions between us and the EU. Paul

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It was a weird one to do but I think I got it all across. Thanks for the sub, I appreciate that. I hope I can keep doing stuff that entertains 😉

[@jonstacchio]

Hi Jethro, what an interesting and thought-provoking video. I've just got back from a week-long cycle from Malmö to Gothenburg and can attest to the fantastic Swedish coastline, people and weather. I guess things are rarely perfect anywhere, but I felt more than a bit of envy for the Swedish lifestyle, or at least the relatively affluent version I encountered on this trip. I wish you well and hope you get settled in your new life.

[@JethroJessop]

That must have been a great ride! I've done a few stretches of that coast but never the whole thing in one go. Its a beautiful area and Sweden in general has appealed to me ever since my first visit. I shall try to keep uploading videos and to keep you posted on how things are going as they go. I had all kinds of technical issue the first week I was here so I'm already behind on my promise of regular uploads. But I'm editing as we speak so look out for a new vid soon!

[@Biking360]

Good luck and have fun. If things don't work out then there will be other roads to follow. JP

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm feeling positive and looking forward to whatever I find down the road. Hopefully I'll get to make some fun videos in Sweden over the summer to boot 😁

[@matthewlewis2072]

Fair enough. Good luck. Be happy.

[@JethroJessop]

I shall try my best! Thank you

[@Anna-Ess]

Thank's for sharing this Jethro, and all the best of luck to you! I hope everything works out really well! And, as for your channel, a true inspiration for adventures near and far, I believe a bright future lies ahead. In the genre of outdoorsy youtube-channels, you really have a unique voice. Your little stories, and your calm philosophic and poetic reflections on aspects of life, big and small, are an oasis amongst the noise. I first found your channel when I was looking for a woodstove and you presented the Firebox Nano, amongst dry leaves and patches of snow. I immediately felt that this is something different, something beyond a simple gear review. And when you had shared your delight over that little piece of tin, talked about the shared human experience of fire and your childhood backyard bonfires, you wrapped the whole small fire-theme up with the simple words "It's like having a little friend, It's great!" Well, much like your channel, i'd say!😊 You got me hooked with that one, and I subscribed right away. In the south of Sweden we have a 270 km long cycle path called Sydost-leden, going from Växjö to Simrishamn, or vice versa if you insist. It's mostly free from cars. Also smooth and good for carrying eggs!😉 And still, If you should be out of eggs by the time you arrive in Växjö, you can visit our local farm Kronobergs Kungsgård, where they sell eggs of every size and colour. And don't miss Ekotemplet, a water tower with the most stunning echo, due to a concave underside. Under it, right in the middle, even a whisper comes back twentyfold. All children love it, big and small. I took my son there for the first time when he was about Minnas age, and he was in awe! Once again, good luck with everything! Lycka till! Anna

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I really appreciate the encouragement. Did you get the Nano in the end? I still love mine, though I also bought the 5" version which is great if you don't mind the extra size and weight. I have cycled a bit in Sweden in the past - I actually passed through Växjo on my way from Kalmar to Halmstad - and I love it. So many quiet lanes, so many long bike paths and all of them with beautiful views at every turn. I have to keep reminding myself that I'm going there to spend time with Louise and Minna otherwise I'd get completely sidetracked looking at maps and planning rides 😉 I'm the perfect scenario I'll get to do plenty of cycling though and I rather like the sound of the echoey water tower so who knows? Keep an eye out and one day you might spot me peddling into town in search of eggs 😉

[@Anna-Ess]

Actually I didn't get the nano. Some time later I found out about the 5" titanium version, and so I thought I'd save up for that one. In the meantime I'm using a little Hobo stove that came with my Kelly kettle, and sometimes I use a cylindric Ikea type stainless steel cutlery stand, which nests perfectly in my pot. It is a true blessing being part of a childs life. Watching them grow and learn, and seeing the world thru their eyes. Everything is new again, and even the smallest patch of woods will be an adventure. Now that's a ride you wouldn't want to miss out on! And one that won't wait. Like the road will. Which is why I won't tell you that they are opening three new long coast to coast cycle paths in Skåne on the third of June! (Remember, I never said anything about this. It must have been the little red man on my shoulder. In the future, I think I better put him on the handlebar instead.😉) I'll keep my eagle eye open, though. And if I see tracks of omelette, then I'll know who's been around town!😉

[@JethroJessop]

The 5" is great and far more versatile if you don't mind a little extra weight. You can do all kinds of stuff with it. I've smoked fish and baked bread on mine in the Billy can oven and I recently baked an egg on it (video coming soon). You are absolutely right about kids. I love to be a part of a new person finding their shape in the world. It will probably kill me but I'm absolutely up for it 😉 But, these ing distance trails? Obviously I didn't hear it from you but are there any more details? Names, maps, articles etc? I'm asking for a friend 😉

[@Anna-Ess]

Thanks for the advice, it seems the 5" will be a good choice! Speaking of which, I can see that you have already started to practice small-scale baking havoc.😉With lots of charm and humour as main ingredients! This is actually something of a specialty of children of Minna's age, and I think that if you two combine forces, full-scale baking havoc will not be totally unobtainable in the foreseeable future!😉 I'm confident that you will survive as well as thrive in her company! And I'm sure looking forward to the egg baking video! You can tell your friend that it's called Cykelleden Skåne. The three main parts are: Kristianstad-Ängelholm 176 km. Ystad-Båstad 251 km Lomma-Kristianstad 143 km. A few minutes ago I tried to post this commentary with a link to the homepage with maps and lots of information about it, in English. But that commentary disappeared almost immediately, so I guess KZbin didn't like that link. So you will have to search for the homepage (or else provide me with your e-mail or Discord adress, so I can send you the link).

[@JethroJessop]

​@@Anna-Ess I have just been reading up on these trails. There is definitely a video series to be had there! I wonder if I can convince the tourist office to take me on as a roaming cycle advocate - exploring the trails of sweden and singing their praises ;) And yeah, I am really hoping to get out for some wilderness baking and campfire cooking with Minna and Louise soon. Louise has been in a few videos in the past but I'm not sure Minna will take direction very well. Those videos will have extra chaos and ad-libbing for sure!

[@Ken-jp1gr]

All the best for the future Jethro

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. Hopefully you'll be seeing videos from sunny Sweden very soon 😁

[@mokotramp]

There really are no wrong decisions, because at that moment in time you did what was right, regret is pointless...

[@JethroJessop]

True words indeed. You can never know where it's all going to take you so you keep stumbling in what feels like the right direction. Otherwise you don't go anywhere.

[@rolandhallgren1263]

Best of luck. Create fate is the greatest thing. You only live once. See you soon Jethro!

[@JethroJessop]

Very true indeed. And yes, see you very soon! Swedish midsummer here I come!

[@AndrewBrown-em3ti]

This is very beautiful, honest and deeply profound. Nothing but the very best of wishes for the future in Sweden.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you, I'm glad you liked it. I'm really excited about the future though I have no idea what shape it will take. I shall keep you posted as I go, hopefully hopefully keeping up the honesty and... profundity? Profoundness?

[@patrickmcgeever9962]

Fingers crossed it all works out for you mate

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It'll be a long slog but I think it will all come good in the end.

[@218colin1]

A frank discussion remember it’s no good lying in the box. Wishing you had done something it’s to late then. Wish you all the best. And I think you made the correct call.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm sure its the right thing to do. I'm not sure where it will lead but isn't that always the way? Whatever happens, its bloody exciting!

[@dustysadventures]

Looking forward to your new adventures.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. Me too! I'll try to document as I go so look out for some videos from Sweden in the coming weeks!

[@natasagrum4646]

if it feels the right thing to do - than do it, it just can't be wrong! wish you all the best 👍

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! It does feel right and I'm feeling very positive about it all. I just want to get going now ;)

[@jonmarshall1502]

What a great outlook on life. Hope it all goes well.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I hope so too and I shall do my best to keep you posted on progress!

[@janine-theeternalwannabe]

What a beautiful video, Jethro, and what a courageous move! Thanks for sharing your reasonings and thoughts with us! I'm sure you'll make a success of it all, even with the stupid brexit hassles. Keep biking, and keep posting!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I will do my best to keep biking and posting. The bike and the content might vary in the near future but I'll be reporting in as often as I can for sure :)

[@alafenetre81]

I had to take such decisions, life changing ones (I'm actually writing a novel on that theme). It seems to me you're taking the right one. We all tend to take not enough risks in our lives. Also, Sweden is a great country, would not mind living there myself, on the contrary.

[@JethroJessop]

Awesome. I have always enjoyed writing and have started several novels. Can never seem to find satisfactory ways to end them though 😉 Hope yours is coming along better! I agree. Risks are sometimes the best course of action, you can just never know until you're looking back on them though

[@marktaylor1096]

The best of luck with your next adventure.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you

[@rafriedman]

Best of travels and job searching!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you!

[@kitchencarvings4621]

I think you'll do well with your channel. It seems like every other biking channel is all about the latest hear and doing "epic" things in exotic places. Whereas your channel is more philosophical and about the why rather than the how. Keep it up, I'll be a devoted watcher and subscriber. Love your videos and your music choices and I can listen to you talk for hours.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you, those are kind words indeed! I like the idea of examining the why rather than the how, that pretty much sums it up nicely. Though I'm far from immune to gear lust I'll freely admit 😉 I appreciate the support though and I hope I can keep putting out vids that entertain in the future!

[@mattnichols9549]

Kudos to you Jethro, wishing you all the very best in your new adventure 😊

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. Only a couple of days to go now :)

[@gardupgti4609]

Good on you, and very best of luck!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you :)

[@Brackers64]

As always great to listen and watch your ramblings Jethro, all the very best in your European quest. Look forward to the next episode! Bob...

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm glad you are enjoying the videos. There is another on the way soon and then after that I'll be in Sweden. Who knows what adventures will ensue!

[@rickc6726]

Hi JJ, great decision! Seize the day and keep up the vlogs. Always a pleasure to hear your musings! What a great adventure! 😊👍 ATB 👍

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you :) If all goes well I shall be making even more videos than usual. We shall see. There are certainly exciting times ahead!

[@gerarddriscoll5599]

All the best for the future. Thanks for the videos keeping me entertained. Keep up the good work 🚴🚴🚴

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I already have some ideas for a few videos to do in Sweden so hopefully I'll be keeping them coming. Watch this space!

[@outbackwack368]

Thanks for sharing your trials and tribulations with us! Good luck with your new adventure! Things always have a way of working themselves out! Have fun and enjoy the journey!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm pretty confident about the future as things stand. Let the adventure begin! (After one more week at work that is)

[@richardbuttner1989]

Thank you for sharing this personal insight!

[@JethroJessop]

My pleasure. Thank you for watching

[@davidfarquhar3917]

Good luck in your new adventures! Look forward to seeing the next videos

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! There will hopefully be some Sweden based vids coming very soon. As soon as I work out what needs exploring at that end :)

[@klaws2719]

I am sooo excited for you! I think it’s going to be an amazing decision. I’ll be watching, on tiptoes, for more videos.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It is very exciting. I will try my best to keep the videos coming and keep you updated with whatever small adventures I find myself on in Sweden. Hopefully there will be at least one UK adventure with Alan on board as well this summer. We shall see.

[@DarrenWatersJohn]

New to the channel. Have enjoyed the videos immensely. You are choosing wisely! Good luck. Look forward to the blue and yellow tinged videos.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm glad you are enjoying the channel. I really hope I'll be able to keep it going and maybe even up the output a bit. We shall see. If all goes well then videos from Sweden will be incoming very soon!

[@julianhawker7672]

Well done man, seize the day while you can! Good luck and I hope all goes well with the move. 👍

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you . It is a bit of a gradual thing at this point as I can't be there full time on a visitor visa. I'll keep you posted on the progress though and hopefully be putting out some groovy Sweden based adventure videos too :)

[@davidcooper6704]

All the best from me and the missus. Follow your dreams.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you both 😃 I'm following as best I can and I'll report back on progress when any progress is made

[@Curlew-Corner]

However the future turns out, I wish you all the best. It’s a brave step to take but I’m sure it will work out.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. Its all very uncertain and very exciting. I'm eager to get going on the next bit now :)

[@ericgalindo6288]

Congrats on taking the risk and leap of faith! Every time I have done so I've ended up in a better place. I believe that the universe rewards risk takers. There will always be jobs available for your line of work...at least for a while longer. I enjoy your channel and the content you create. Best of luck to you! I recently also left my job and started getting into bike packing and filming. Not sure where Im going but Im headed there!

[@JethroJessop]

That's a good philosophy. Are you on KZbin (I'm on my phone at the moment and can't see profiles). If you are then I'll class you as the competition and we have to fight to the death! 😉 I figure I'm fairly employable for a few more years before AI takes all the front end coding jobs. I mean, AI might be making better videos than me soon but still we soldier on! Good luck on your own adventures!

[@intrepidexplorer82]

Thanks

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! Your support is very much appreciated!

[@gordonnicoll3507]

I wish you the best Jethro, I hope the move works out for you,! Your channel is unique, I hope you are able to continue producing your interesting and informative content along with finding suitable employment and of course building a happy life with your new family!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I appreciate that. I'm pretty confident that I'll be continuing to make videos for the foreseeable future - maybe even a few more than usual, we shall see. Hopefully I'll keep entertaining and that Sweden will throw up a load of opportunities for new content!

[@thedukesadventures4323]

Happy for you jethro 👍🏻 .

[@JethroJessop]

Thanks. I shall be attempting to keep you posted in future videos

[@keithgreig7136]

good luck, all the best and if we start seeing Ikea stocking Jethro spoons we'll know you made it

[@JethroJessop]

I'll have to up my production a bit. I think they will want more than one every fortnight 😉

[@lindleyca69]

Thats sounds an amazing plan, I hope it all works out and I look forward to the future content.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. There should be some Sweden based videos coming soon - in one shape or another ;)

[@tmgrasso]

Wonderful news. I'll follow you wherever you go. Now go see about that lovely girl. 👍

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you, I'll do what I can to give you something to follow. Brace yourself for some Swedish content coming soon 😀

[@sbring00able]

It sounds like you've put a lot of thought into it and chose the right route. I'm going through my own choice: stay in a permanent position here in Japan (comfortable but stagnant) or move to Istanbul for a new opportunity(exciting but less secure). I'm leaning towards the later.

[@JethroJessop]

I won't attempt to give advice beyond saying, talk to your future self and see what his opinion is. Sounds daft but it worked for me. There is a lot to be said for safety and comfort, we've spent 1000s of years trying to maximise it, while at the same time understanding that it can be really oppressive. Change is good if you do it for the right reasons and on your own terms. I recommend a long bike ride to sort your thoughts out 😉

[@sbring00able]

@@JethroJessop Thanks a lot for the reply. I will actually try that! Yep, I definitely resonate with the comfort part - and the positives and negatives. I find change to be very important, and I find myself growing more from throwing myself into new situations than simply relying on daily discipline (which I can struggle with). After a year or two in Istanbul, I would hopefully do a bit of a cycle tour around Europe (a region I've seen very little of) and perhaps further! Thanks again !

[@JethroJessop]

@@sbring00able Sounds like a pretty solid plan to me. In reality, plans that span more than a year or two are basically make-believe anyway. Who knows what the world will be like and how you will change in that time. Whatever you decide, I hope it turns out great!

[@garyworthington4580]

Thank you for sharing this with us,I genuinely hope that it works out for you both

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I'm feeling good about it. Keep your eyes on the channel for some updates from Sweden very soon I hope :)

[@DazzOutdoors-UK1]

Absolute therapy listening to how u express ur experiences Jethro. Life is a journey & sometimes we come to a crossroads in our lives with a decision to make (which way do I turn or do I keep going along the same path 🤔) life is full of uncertainty & the only way to find out whether we have made the right turn or taken the correct path is to follow our instincts & if that particular path isn’t so rosy we push on to another destination my friend life choices aren’t always easy but they are ours to make 👍😎

[@JethroJessop]

I absolutely agree. No point spending all your time hanging around at the crossroads! I've managed to find my way through life pretty well so far so I'm hoping I can keep up that record from here on in Thanks for watching and for the words of encouragement 🙂

[@adamjhayes59]

Interesting and bold. I guess a blog of the move is the logical step. I will watch this one's career with interest.

[@JethroJessop]

Whatever happens I will try my best to keep making videos. Hopefully more than in the past even! There should be some good adventures to be had in Sweden so keep your eyes peeled for those soon 😉

[@timporter8886]

Hey Jethro, enjoyed the post. I think the thing that is so alluring about this channel is it's real sense of community; that sense of belonging to a group, being part of something. I think that everyone likes trips, reviews, information, routes and all the usual suspects; but that's something folk can do in and out of..a là distancé. You've created a surrogate family, and that's why you can spend an entire post on your hopes, dreams, fears and aspirations; and we care, and want to know that you're ok. Never forget that you created that! My humble advice to you, for what it's worth is simply this..We all do, exactly what we want to do! What do I mean by that!? Well simply that it's pointless to regret not doing something. If you had wanted to do something enough, then you would have done it; you'd have been draw to it, attracted to it, like steel to a magnet. Perhaps at that time, you either didn't want X enough; or perhaps Y was more of a priority. If Y hadn't happened then X would have; but we always do what we want to do. Its natural and organic. What in my humble opinion, is not natural or organic, is to try to recreate a situation that doesnt exist in the same form as your "idea" of it. It's an adventure, it's an experience; but it's something new, and cannot in any way resemble anything but the here and now. You've organically gotten to this point. You want something, or even think you do..so go for it; but please dont regret not doing it previously. You didnt want it then, like you want it now! Exciting times lay ahead, not to be tainted with regret or reproachment. But to be grabbed by the scruff of the neck and wrestled to the ground! Look after yourself Jethro, now more than ever, my friend! 😊

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I mostly agree but I think there is also an element of paralysis that sets in when life gets too comfortable or too complex. It won't be like that for everyone but I've never been good at making decisions and in a situation where where I want both X and Y I'll often end up with neither because I couldn't pick one over t'other. I wanted to go to Sweden a long time ago but I also wanted to feel financially secure and to be near my friends and family in the UK so I didn't really choose not to go, I simply didn't choose anything. Its a subtle distinction but a real one. And I do regret that. Maybe regret is the wrong word but I look back and wish present day me had been there to kick past me in the arse. But then I probably wouldn't have listened to my future self if I had ;) Whatever happened, I don't feel bad about it. I've basically lived a blessed life so far and have ended up here without really trying so I have nothing to be truly regretful about. I'm still healthy and I still have all kinds of dreams so here we go! On to the next bit. I'll squeeze some videos out of it somehow and report back as I go :) :)

[@timporter8886]

@@JethroJessop I think we're all guilty of procrastination..but I still believe that if we really want something we will pursue it. Sometimes I think we're all also guilty of taking things for granted and not appreciating things until we've lost them. Then we wish we had appreciated X or Y more. But the reality is that we dont know that we didn't. If there are several things going on, then sometimes we have to spread ourselves out a bit. Just please dont beat yourself up about it buddy, it'll all work out in the end! Take care Jethro, you'll be fine😎

[@JethroJessop]

@@timporter8886 no beating up in the mix I can assure you. Regret is fine and part of life and learning I'd say. Self pity is another thing entirely and doesn't get you anywhere. I'm satisfied enough with where I am now that I can look back on past choices - good and bad - and see them as just steps in a journey. As you say, we can never know what would have been. Maybe if I'd made a "better" choice in the past I would have ended up stepping under a bus. Onwards and upwards 😁

[@donlefrigo4027]

I think you've made the right decision even though it seems a bit scary. However, it will work out. Good luck.

[@JethroJessop]

I hope so. I'm pretty positive about it at the moment. Excited to get work out of the way and get on with being a struggling spoon wizard ;)

[@ianclements4268]

Jethro I only discovered your films probably about 3/4 months ago and what a joy they are with brilliant narration and taking us to places without leaving the front door. I did a solo East Devon Trail last weekend devised by Katherine Moor but if I’m honest inspired by you 😊 . I will continue to watch the backlog of films you’ve made over the years and continue to watch some Swedish ones 👌 I’ve been told the bike packing is amazing out there and to be honest I think Sweden is a good bet with the way the UK is heading at this moment. I’m waffling 😆 but I’d like to say good luck with your new adventure and I can’t wait to see Sweden from your bike you never know you may just inspire lots of us to ride our bikes in that beautiful country 🇸🇪 👍 🚴⛺️

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. If there is somewhere you can waffle with impunity it this channel, you'll be in good company ;) I'm really glad you are enjoying the videos and if they helped inspire you to an adventure of your own then that is fantastic! I am hopeful that Sweden will spawn a good set of new videos though exactly what shape they will be I'm not sure. It is an amazing country for bike packing but I have to be quite mindful of my days until I can fond a way to get more than is allowed by my visitor visa. Thanks for watching :)

[@CargoBikeCowboy]

Cheers to you! Love your channel and will say that we should all quit or jobs and pursue our dreams and passions. Everything will work out for you. Yours is a life well lived.

[@JethroJessop]

Can imagine the world if everyone did! There is probably a movie in there somewhere ;) Glad you are enjoying the channel. I shall try to keep it going and up to speed in the coming months!

[@DonBunk1]

I’ve similarly quit developer jobs to change tack with no immediate job to go to. Great to chance a breather and revitalise. Has always worked a treat for me and your decision sure sounds a slam dunk good’un to soon look back on warmly. Many thanks for your vids Jethro and notably your Badger Divide series. You sold it to me and I was lucky to have booked that mid-April glorious weather window to do it. Awesome route!! Praise be to your big butterfly wings!!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. And great that took on the Badger! I loved that route, one of the ones I'd absolutely do again if I had the chance! It does feel good to be changing direction even if the destination is hazy. An adventure is an adventure and always better than no adventure!

[@johns-t2494]

Keep going and good luck!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you 😊

[@ridewithscotty5238]

Go for it Jethro, follow your dreams and it will all work out. On the plus side, some video's from Sweden would be great 👍 On the work front, sorry I don't know anyone in Sweden Keep smiling, keep rambling on, in a weird way it all makes sense to me.

[@JethroJessop]

Thanks for the encouragement. I have a few ideas for videos from Sweden already so watch this space. One more week of work then I'm off!

[@MrTullyblue]

Follow your dreams always champ. wishing you only the very best. Full respect. I dont know you personally but i love you brother, and in the wise words from the Man From Snowy River - you are welocome around my camp fire any time.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! Always nice to have a welcome campfire on the horizon :) Lets see where all this leads.

[@odd_job_007]

Jobs come and go but meaningful relationships might come only once. You've made the right decision and all the best in your new life!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I think you are right. It feels good just to be shaking things up a bit. I shall report in from my new life very soon! I've had some technical issues that meant I couldn't do a video last week but I'm all set now I hope

[@bartoszsmietana1]

I'm moved myself from Poland to Belgium, no regrets of my decision. I wish you all the best on your journey!

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you, its good to hear stories of others who have made similar moves work. I'm pretty excited to just get out there now. Sweden is a fine place to be in the summertime!

[@olliekirwan-ferreira8429]

Well done dude, it sounds like you've made the right decision and good luck with your Swedish adventures. I'm often on the look out for Java developers but unfortunately not in Sweden at the moment.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. It's definitely the most exciting decision! No worries about the Dev stuff, something will come along, it always does 😉 I shall keep you posted here with my progress!

[@frogslips]

Great video. The council of Jethros made the right decision. Videos from Sweden in the near future, fantastic.

[@JethroJessop]

Let's hope so, I think they did. I've already got some ideas for my first Swedish videos so watch this space!

[@stephenconroy9283]

I followed my heart and moved to Sweden in 1992, I’ve never looked back! ✊ We should hook up when your over here. I’m on the Baltic coast.

[@JethroJessop]

It's a great country for sure. For the immediate future I'll be jumping back and forth like a blue arsed fly trying to get the most out of visitors allowance. If/when I find my ryrhm or get a more permanent visa then I'll be looking to explore so would be absolutely up for a meet. I shall keep you posted!

[@andrewpeacock3106]

Go for it!! No regrets ✊🏻

[@JethroJessop]

Thanks. I'm looking forward to it. Whatever "it" might turn out to be 😉

[@marksadventures3889]

I'm liking more KZbinrs using more smooth jazz, awesome. I do systems for a government department - not so groovy but the money helps. But I'm using that to free me from the very system I serve. retirement soon and more time to travel and camp etc. We come to terms with what we need to do and eventually leave the comfort zone to get better lives. Go for it!

[@JethroJessop]

Having regular, decent income is the only good thing about having a "proper" job. I have always enjoyed the benefits of that but it also does tend to get you into a rut. You have a plan and that is the key thing. Its OK to work and earn and all that if it is moving towards some goal that you are in control of. Good look with the retirement! What will your first trip be once you are free?

[@ascot1049]

Ace man , I hope you are cycling there .

[@JethroJessop]

Sadly not ☹️ The motivation is to spend time with Louise and Minna so I can't really spend great chunks of my very limited visitors visa days cycling back and forth. I wish I could, I don't like flying. Hopefully I will do a back and forth by bike in the future though

[@StarEssences]

If you knew the history of my work and the type of bosses I had...you will come to now understand why I am an independent contractor :) I am my own Boss and make my own schedules. I am happy that you met someone you like and desire to have a future with her. I hope that when you move to sweden that many more blessings will come your way.

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you. I know exactly what you mean about being your own boss and the difference it makes to quality of life. Another full time position will be a possibility while I work out what I'm doing but in all honesty I prefer the freedom of contracting so we shall see what I can make happen :)

[@davidjohnston1374]

Jethro, great video mate, and yes go for it, Sweden Calls. We should not ever restrict ourselves due to the place of our origins as the world is your oyster. There's no fun in life if we all had a crystal ball and knew what laid ahead. Another thing I'd like to say is if you wrote and expressed yourself as you the way you speak, I reckon you'd be a great Author. Last but not least, I'd like to wish you and Louise and the little munchkin, all the very best in love, life and Happiness. All the best from a subscriber in Australia. 🤪

[@JethroJessop]

Thank you! You are absolutely right and it feels great to be shaking things up and seeing what falls out of it. I have messed around with writing in the past and I do really enjoy it but it is an incredibly time consuming pastime and so it somewhat fell by the wayside in favour of my other hobbies. I seem to prefer hobbies that require loads of time to get into ;) I am always thinking about some kind of written project though and if I don't manage to get myself another full time position maybe I'll have the time to look into it again 😬