A Day in the Life of Robin Greenfield - Living Simply and Sustainably

A Day in the Life of Robin Greenfield
Filmed early August 2023 in the Asheville, North Carolina region
Watch the full tour of my simple and sustainable life at my tiny house:
• Everything I Own Fits ...
Filmed and edited by Dear Friend Kerem Gencer: www.keremgencer.com/
Cover Photo by Sarah Tew Photography: www.sarahtewphotography.com
Robin Greenfield is a truth-seeker, activist, social reformer and servant to Earth, humanity and our plant and animal relatives. He lives simply and sustainably to be the change he wishes to see in the world. Through living closely connected to Earth, he rejects the status quo of consumerism and demonstrates a way of being in gratitude, mindfulness and presence. His life is an experiment with truth and integrity.
Robin’s public activism involves dramatic actions designed to provoke critical thought, self-reflection and positive change. His activism creates nuanced conversations on the critical issues of our time, with a focus on solutions for living in harmony.
His life’s work has been covered by media worldwide and he has been named “The Robin Hood of Modern Times” by France 2 TV and “The Forrest Gump of Ecology”.
Robin has committed to earning below the federal poverty threshold for life and donates 100% of his media earnings to grassroots nonprofits, with a focus on supporting Black and Indigenous women-led organizations.
This channel is a resource for all who seek to liberate themselves, to live in truth and integrity, and to live in harmony with Earth, humanity and the plants and animals we share this home with.
Robin Greenfield and Dear Friends share means of achieving liberation and harmony through sustainable living, simple living, tiny house living, foraging, growing food and medicine, minimalism, zero waste, earth-skills, food sovereignty, community resilience, compassionate communication, activism, Black Liberation, Indigenous Sovereignty and living in service.
Find Robin Greenfield on:
Website: www.robingreenfield.org
KZbin: / @robin.greenfield
Instagram: / robin.greenfield @Robin.Greenfield
Facebook: / robingreenfieldpage
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[@Robin.Greenfield]

Hello Dear Friends! I am elated to share a full tour of my simple and sustainable life in this tiny house. Many of your questions about my lifestyle and the tiny house that I am living in will be answered by this video. Sending love, Robin kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnSWhKegaJh6qtU

[@user-ib6km8kh7f]

@RobGreenfield Is Greenfield your original name or you changed to this afterwords?

[@biggiestud9451]

As a muslim this is exactly the lifestyle we are preached in our prophet's teaching to live a dimple and modest life away from the materialistic good and desires. To be humble and loving to all human beings and to show compassion for everyone.

[@katiohkwinediabo144]

Its nice to know that someone so aware and connected still suffers with anxiety at times. Makes me feel less alone and more connected.

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Hello Dear Friend, I am here with you and will be for the decades we likely have together on this Earth. Love, Robin

[@katiohkwinediabo144]

@@Robin.Greenfield 🙏🙂

[@Han-uz1tl]

Rob is the future of humankind -- humble, connected with himself, at one with Mother Earth and her creatures, and living in the moment.

[@gailsegal6843]

😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@valorrelics]

at least the smart ones, unlike the other person who commented

[@Rocketscientist66]

Too bad the deep state wants no humans to connect with nature 😔 Enjoy it while you can. And please stop feeling guilty that you‘re a white man. There are evil people and good people in this crazy world. And much of what THEY are telling on mainstream media are lies. Most important, in my mind, is having people you can trust in your circle and knowing that the creator made our world special, made each one of us including every living creature & plant resiliant. If we all took care of it, like you do Rob, we‘d live life in peace. Don‘t you see the evil-doers just want chaos, constant emergencies, divisions (where there were almost none)? Racism according to many african-americans has only worsened through these propaganda. Many say they don‘t like what‘s happening to the youth (black, white, brown, yellow, red) in the schools. How do you believe these same people, when they are lying to the children? About simply everything. You live your life Rob how you want to, that‘s the freedom you enjoy right now. But when you talk about activism, it should definitely include protecting our freedom as living human beings . . . just as important as the animals, the nature, our Earth and Heaven. God is real, just look around you

[@Marie-yx5ie]

I think for sure it is 👍😉🇮🇪☘️Eire

[@glmorten]

Sadly I think its more likely human kind will follow the path of Idiocriacy.

[@JordanOsmond]

Thanks Robin for inviting us into your life for a day! You're a huge inspiration for me and so many others around the world 💚

[@Robin.Greenfield]

It's great to hear from you Dear Jordan! I was just watching one of your new videos this weekend. Thank you for continuing to put out content that changes lives. I'm hopeful that one day we can produce a video together! Health and happiness to you, Robin

[@chowe9]

You "haven't accomplished much" ??? You aren't looking in the mirror. It is stunning to me how your evolutionary process has changed your appearance over these many years from the inside out. You're becoming ethereal! An incredible journey you're on Robin. Thank you for sharing it w me.

[@mattahorn]

This guy is a class act. Been following his journeys for quite some time.

[@Robin.Greenfield]

I'm glad to have you on this journey with me Dear Friend!

[@eloisacapili726]

Same here.

[@Claudi771]

@@eloisacapili726👍

[@RedCapWoodpecker]

Rob Greenfield you are a modern-day Saint Francis, the treasure of the earth. The world is better and brighter place if more of us follow your steps. Love you and wish you very best sincerely.

[@simplysoulenergy7248]

This is life. This is freedom.

[@fugithegreat]

You're living the dream, Robin! Your day reminds me a lot of my time in the Peace Corps, which were such a wonderful two years. The biggest difference is that I didn't even have a screen at all, since I didn't bring a laptop or even have electricity, and smart phones had not yet reached the area (although when I got back to the states, imagine my reverse culture shock when suddenly everyone had a smart phone!) I had to travel an hour and a half to get work done in the nearest town at the internet café, which meant that I didn't waste much time on the computer. I miss my old house and those quiet nights.

[@xiaoxiaobaibobo]

Recreate!

My husband has been sharing stories of your life wit me. Your talks and way of being have had a deep effect on our life. I am happy to have come across this beautiful sharing of a day in your life.

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Sending so much love to you and your husband Dear Friend!

[@mercyantony3322]

Thank you Robin for giving these kinds of amazing videos relevant to nature ❤️❤️

[@ElisaAvigayil]

Hi Robin, great seeing you at the foraging weekend. The best thing you can do in service to the earth is just be yourself. You're enough. We're all enough. Hugs.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

we all should be living like this 👣🌻

[@tpn1235]

that’s so true

[@lray7421]

Robin, what a beautiful and inspiring video. Dear friend you seem so happy and content. ❤ The journey is different for everyone and you found yours in the wonder of nature. Beautiful!🌿

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Awww, thank you so much for sharing Lisa! I am sending so much love to you. Thank you dearly for being a part of this journey. Our time together in Orlando is so deeply meaningful to me.

[@graceverssen5651]

What a lovely video. Thank you so much Robin. Thanks also for your vulnerability as well as your activism. 🌺🌺🌺

[@TempleofIsis]

Hi. Rob. You're such a breath of fresh air and joy 💚💚💚

[@MaribelGonzalezGarcia-jn7ct]

Wow Robin, what an amazing life you live. You totally walk the talk, it is so inspiring. Please, be kind to yourself, you are doing SO much for the Earth and Humanity. I am a Vipassana meditator too. Much Metta to you 🙏

[@moondazed5451]

I'm so happy to see this video! The NVC class with Steve literally changed my life. I'm deeply, deeply grateful to you for that class, my quality of life has been much improved! It's coming up on the one year anniversary and seeing you makes me so happy ❤️

[@Robin.Greenfield]

I am so happy to hear this Dear Friend! NVC has been instrumental in improving my communication and my relationships. I am elated to be on this journey of Compassionate Communication with you! robingreenfield.org/nvc

[@LK-ob5jc]

Watching some video clips from The Office is never a waste of time! Your videos make me really happy and more calm. I love your values. Thanks for taking the time of sharing your life with us.

[@tuyetanhdoan778]

Robin! Your life is in harmony with nature! You yourself also have discipline in your daily rhythm! It's nice to see that you really enjoy every minute with your routine! 😃😃😃👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩

[@faustinademetrius8989]

Still trying to emulate this lifestyle...trying. not yet disconnected from consumerism but I'm slowly getting there. Thanks, Rob

[@OffGridishHomestead]

So glad you brought us along for one of your days. Sweet to see you at foraging school and looking forward to seeing you again soon💚

[@annchee1329]

I have been keeping up with your inspirational “ journey” for the last few years. It has given me the knowledge to live sustainably and lead a simpler lifestyle.

[@Crisjovi1]

Amazing and inspiring, Robin 😊 Thank you for sharing your day!! 😊

[@danandkiko]

I really enjoyed seeing one of your typical days. I was curious too, of course. One of the things I appreciate about you, Robin, is (as much as your thoughts and service) is your gentleness. Your voice is always calm, your message is comforting. We need more gentle voices in the world today. Gentle voices are so powerful. Also, your focus on community and humility is a lesson for anyone. My grandmother passed a couple years ago, and she was - to me - what I always wanted to be: a lover of nature, artist and lifelong learner of the earth. I am reminded of her soul with your work. I, myself have already learned and implemented some of your practices and love learning again, but I have a long way to go.

[@tobysimmonds487]

I think this is one of my favorite videos you've uploaded! It really gives us all something to think about, I aspire to live connected to nature! :)

[@linhduong6320]

Much respect to you, Robin.

[@amardutta7059]

Namaste If you could remember me, myself Amar from India, I respect you, small and big actions of my life are inspired by you, you are a living legend, thanks many times for showing me the way, love you Rob

[@ZoniaLilianaBartumeus-td1ts]

Gracias, es muy estimulante y esperanzador ver tu activismo Rob, un fuerte abrazo desde Buenos Aires ❤

[@garthjack523]

I am so inspired! ❤

[@20bndk05]

I love this man so much

[@isabellezablocki7447]

North Carolina nature is beautiful. Wonderful that you live simply in nature respecting the environnement.

[@shaun3821]

do not aspire beyond your own scope and being. this hit home. thank you. 🙏🏽✌

[@wildsaij5678]

best video ever! So happy for you Robin, and thank you for sharing all your special gifts. I aspire to be more like this daily! peace and hugs!

[@reidmanchester2853]

This one's a real blessing, Rob. Thank you for sharing. Hope to see you around town again soon.

[@EEEbrahim3971]

Love your simple life

[@annecoutouisenergeticienne]

Hello rob, im french, sorry my english. I like so much your life style, each day i become more and more actor off my life and like u, it's simply left consomation's life. I've difficultyes to looking building and extravagances of consumerisum. I Hope a day have the same life of you, it's a profond Witshe So: thanks because you give AT to me a formidable exemple to this life. Thanks for your transmissions🙏🙏🙏💖

[@liberatedlioness6478]

Very inspiring Rob. It takes courage to not submerge your true self and to boldly live your purpose unapologetically. I admire that you're living the change you want to see❤.

[@journeywithnichole]

So happy to see this Robin! What a wonderful video. you seem very relaxed and focused. Sending you love and support in all that you do for Earth. Beautiful soul…

[@jonathanrutz6104]

Thank you for spreading the message that humans need to live in harmony with the other species that inhabit this planet. I have come to believe that humans are the only flawed species…all others live in harmony.

[@taracat7141]

Thank You for sharing 🧡🙏🧡.. You may be hesitant to be so in the spotlight, but truly you give inspiration for others to tweek their own lives, even just a little bit to know the better path to follow. You are so Down to Earth, literally and many of us feel the anxiety but we haven't connected this to being unconnected yet. Praise 💚🌿🌼🌾🍓🥦💚

[@vladimirjuranic5621]

Hi Rob! Just to tell you to keep doing what you are doing because you inspire so many people around the world. That can be a burden if you would start to think of it like that but it’s not. Just know you have a lot of support and i belive more will follow in your footstep.

[@Marie-yx5ie]

Great to see you Robin. Happy upcoming 37th Birthday 🥳🎉🎊🥳

[@ymaqui]

Robin thank you for sharing the principles of an earth forward life. As an indigenous person I wish all people could engage in caretaking of their environments we have to share.

[@ivymeganmedicinewoman]

Robin you have inspired me to a new way of living project I've had in mind for my future❤ Thankyou

[@tylerdowdy3038]

Thank you for all the knowledge you pass along with every video you make.

[@Constantinului]

Simply inspiring, dear brother ! And the Plum Village song goes like this : Happiness is here and now, I have dropped my worries, Nowhere to go, nothing to do, No longer in a hurry. Happiness is here and now, I have dropped my worries, Somewhere to go, somthing to do, But I don't need to hurry.

[@dawnmarie7024]

Thanks for sharing a day in your life... Much Love🥰

[@AnnBearForFreedom]

Welcome home, dearest friend. Good to see you again!

[@cherylcampbell7097]

I missed you for a while. So good to see you again. I pray God eases your anxiety.

[@dawnbern2917]

Thanks Robin! So delighted to see a day in the life as you showed us, yes, shedding expectations in all aspects of our lives, not just the "I wasn't able to do everything I wanted to do today" version of self expectation...so liberating. Also I wanted to point out, to those that are interested in Nonviolent Communication, that this system was developed by Marshall Rosenberg and there are tons of free videos of him speaking, Marshall was such a gift to us all, just like you Robin:-)

[@-whackd]

Loved that rendition of "Happiness is here and now"

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Hi Rob. So nice watching you. A very nice day in your life. Thanks for sharing. ✌💖

[@midnightlondon3439]

I strive to live like this man, accept dehydrating in the sun. I remember trying to do that and my fruit gat raided by ants, so I bought a dehydrator lol. Also, y'all should all try lambs quarters, it literally tastes so much better than any lettuce you could have from the store. This guy inspires me to be more myself and to keep learning about the environment around us. I didn't realize it before but my main occupation in life is to be a Naturalist and a natural resource manager. I've been learning about this stuff ever since I was a young kid and i intend to keep learning

[@wallybistrich3474]

You can building a solar fruit dryer and use nets. We had never ants in our dryer. - We keep an electric one for reserve when the weather changes and the fruits are not dry enough.

[@katiearcherolson3494]

I love the statement “In Service to nature and human kind”. This is heart and my goal to live in Kairos with my mind, body and spirit. Student loans, mortgages and car payments keep us entrapped and we lose focus. Mindfully including what we can is our resistance to this tethered life. Sending peace.

[@sharonslay1936]

Robin thank you & your cameraman too😊

[@cesarg7252]

Thank you for sharing this, I really appreciate your authenticity. inspiring

[@kag1144]

Hi Robin, I have been a follower for years. I just wanted to share how inspiring I find you. Not just the lifestyle - I am doing my best to expand my home garden and get to zero waste and I think I can get close within a few more years - but your moral clarity. In particular, I remember your post about how 2020 was the first (?) time you voted because it was an effort to resist fascism. I see your videos and know how you must have thought deeply about that decision (one I obviously agree with), but I just so appreciate the thoughtfulness you bring to everything. I also appreciated your vulnerability recently in talking about mental health challenges. I am a social worker and typically reject the clinical model in favor of the model that our culture creates the conditions within which individuals feel depressed or anxious. Not saying that you feel any particular way about that (although I would greatly appreciate your thoughts) - but, again, I find that I am inspired most by your patient consideration and vulnerability. Anyway sorry to drone on. I hope you are having a wonderful week. If you ever find yourself in Atlanta I would love to go foraging with you ;)

[@JenShea]

I remember Robin Greenfield's mini documentary years and years ago... one of the first KZbin videos I ever watched. How have you not changed... Love the shack!

[@organics4you]

Thank you for sharing

[@QuiChiYang2]

TH🤝nk you for being a LIGHT & INSPIRATION. You ARE TRULY living a human beings ESSENTIAL inate EXISTENCE. Much love, respect, & peace, my brother...

[@GrowGrounded]

Haha never expected the office! That’s the only show we enjoy watching and keep rewatching. The real humor! Love it

[@luknatu5446]

I wanted to live similar like you, connected with nature...i bought a small land, started doing gardening, beekeeping and after 6 months my dreams became torn apart when i got lyme disease...went through several treatments without any result...its now one year of my health struggle but at least i feel a litle better but still have some really bothersome, painful sympthoms of lyme...i sold my garden, bees and everything connected with off grid living as i am now extremly afraid of ticks and what they can do to someone's health...what i want to say is that protect yourself from ticks, people...they are monsters able change your life without noticing that you had them on your body...do not rely on common repelent bought in shops...try to use army repelent that should kill ticks not just keep them away from you...good luck...hope you will fulfill your dreams of living more of grid and connected with nature...🙋‍♂️( sorry for my english)

[@extradela]

omg this sounds awful!!! i'm so sorry you are going through that, also after settling in such a dream life!!! thank you for reminding us of ticks... these fuckers :'( hopefully you can heal very soon!!!

[@__.Music.__]

My intention is not to diminish or downplay the health issues you have been experiencing, but have you considered that the cause(s) might be something else? I say this because i.m.h.o 'lyme disease' is a made-up catch all b.s. diagnosis that medical 'experts' often fall back on when they don't know what is the root cause of a patient's issues. Earnestly ask the Universe, the Divine, or your deity of choice to assist you in identifying the actual issue(s). Stay present and you will be shown the way back to vibrant health! Pay attention to the things you put IN, ON and AROUND your body (same thing really as our skin is quite porous) and the thoughts you entertain and focus on. Look up 'terrain theory' as an alternative to 'germ theory' to see if it resonates. Yes, the whole concept of germs and viruses causing issues to human health is truly STILL only a theory. Raise your vibration, look after your terrain (body, mind and spirit) and illness/dis-ease simply cannot exist! Going 'scorched earth' on ticks (or any creature) with military strength poisons (or any repellent or insecticide for that matter) will do YOU more damage than it will the tick population. It pains me to see someone give up on their dreams based on the FEAR of an unfounded and i.m.h.o non-existent boogie-man. I hope you are able to find the TRUE cause of your health issues and live your BEST life. Be well, friend.

[@wilder.mess.garden7505]

We love your beautiful soul Robin 💚

[@Minimalistatheart]

Hey Robin, have you ever thought about becoming a Buddhist Monk? You’re almost there. I do love the way you live, I myself am a struggling minimalist living with a maximalist family, although my wife is coming around to liking my way of thinking as a minimalist 😊

[@Robin.Greenfield]

I do contemplate a monk like life, but not a Buddhist Monk. I do have a lot to learn and have learned much from Buddhist Monks though.

[@rachelwickart275]

You reminded me of some things said by Hayao Miyazaki: "Whenever someone creates something with all of their heart, then that creation is given a soul. In order to grow your audience, you must betray their expectations. Always believe in yourself. Do this and no matter where you are, you will have nothing to fear."

[@bluerivercountry]

Wow! You are living a great life!

[@cindyspiess9963]

Good deal" Robbin " You are an inspirarion 🌻👍🐦🍒🍄

[@fereil23]

Grateful to hear that you are happy, healthy, and safe!

[@Getupntravel]

Thank you for sharing.

[@dianegoldberg6791]

What a lovely,contented life. Wellbeing, gratitude, peace from within. Thank you.

[@chongseitmooi2593]

🎉 always stay happy n healthy ❤

[@Pizza_Hoot]

You say that you haven't been able to do as much as you have wanted. It sounds like - although you haven't done as much in the physical as you would have liked, you've been doing a lot of work in the mental and spiritual, which are just as important! Keep up the good work man 😁🙏

[@positiveworld-view8677]

A happy 37th Birthday to you Robin ! 🕊💜🌺

[@juliejohnson5724]

You are such a beautiful soul I love watching your content I always learn so much! ❤

[@natthakansathornkit7519]

This is my first video of Robin and wow I can feel his beautiful soul exude out from the screen. I'm so glad I've watched this. Thank you.

[@wellington8144]

Venha construir nosso castelo na natureza. Venha conectar 2 corações em um só

[@wellington8144]

❤❤❤❤

[@notapplicable-zn9us]

It is good to see your are doing well Robin and still productive as usual. I noticed you were reading the book "Black Earth Wisdom" by Leah Penniman, of Soul Fire Farm, NY. Have you had the opportunity to visit Soul Fire Farm and see their sustainable organic farming; along with their community food work?

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Hello Dear Friend! I have yet to visit Soul Fire Farm or meet Leah Penniman but I very much yearn to! I support their work and am quite familiar with it.

[@notapplicable-zn9us]

Wonderful; I plan on joining one of their day tours@@Robin.Greenfield

[@xiaoxiaobaibobo]

A hug!😊

[@aliceduanra7539]

You look so happy and free! Lots of love

[@bernicerozeboom6423]

Wow this is the 1st time I've seen a video of yours. I'm impressed. Thank you for what you share.

[@user-vg6xj4he9g]

Rob is the greatest activist and human being of all times...

[@Robin.Greenfield]

I am very happy to be of service to Earth, humanity and our plant and animal relatives, but I am not the greatest and there is no such thing as a greatest. We work together Dear Friend!

[@hildastrangwayes9162]

You are an amazing human being. God bless you.

[@joyme3714]

You look trully happy. Thank you for showing me what is possible.

[@TutuSainz]

Your meals are amazing. You are so fun and cute. Keep going you’re doing amazingly well. Sending lots of love and aloha.

[@anitamitchell3452]

Happy almost birthday Robin. Stay beautiful.

[@kathleenkaar6557]

Oh Rob, you are so inspiring. I have followed you since before the pandemic and am happy to hear we will be seeing a little more of you. You teach me every time I watch you.

[@loner1295]

I am also a Robin! I am female and have the spelling like the bird because the nurses called me “bird baby” . I have a very small, upturned top lip! Haha. And I love this name we share! So happy for your abundance! Thanks for sharing.

[@YorkshireGirlinDarwin]

Thank you Robin ❤

[@bige8549]

Those meals sound amazing and delicious! Thanks for sharing. All the best!

[@catherineabou-sakher9537]

This was wonderful to see your day. Thank you. I love what you are doing. I hope one day to meet you.

[@SuperPenguin5495]

yay i was waiting for a video like this, finally !

[@fairynotewalks7132]

Love this! So inspiring, encouraging, and informative!🌈 🎉

[@hayleypowers5347]

Appreciate you

[@iambennu]

Your life is very much like my own. it is good to see/feel it. Thank you. I appreciate you.

[@bridgetmckay6114]

Loved this 🫶🏼🌏☺️

[@arnaudrobillart9724]

Well played 💚💛❤

[@lisak720]

Thanks for sharing this! ❤

[@DerekScottOHara]

Absolutely Fantastic

[@janetbransdon3742]

I do the same re looking for food. I had an appointment 20 ks away from my home. I pulled up next to 2 old fruit trees near a railway track. I picked 1 bucket of grapefruit and a bucket of lemons, ( left some on the tree for other like minded folk.). I will be making jars of marmalade for myself and gifts for friends. 😊