⚠️Settling into life in America after three years in Thailand!

[@ariefraiser140]

I think I would be very depressed if I found my paradise and then had to be pulled back to this. I've taken vacations to different places around the world and always have a level of sadness when I have to return but if I was actually living in a place like Thailand where everything was affordable. You can have a great social life. You can take affordable vacations to some of the most beautiful beaches. And then I HAD to come back to the US and work and struggle I don't know how I would handle that. So I rather take my vacations and stack up as much as I can until I'm sure that doesn't happen. I know myself......You're handling this much better than I would.

[@adamhumphreys2430]

Hi Jeremy, I'm glad to see that you're on the up and up . It's quite clear that you've had some big challenges to confront, but your tenacity is clear for all to see All the very best. 👍

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks so much!

[@micclay]

If you can pass the medical and you feel like you have any inclination towards trucking, I recommend it. I've been a trucker since 99. You can stack cash living in the truck. I'm not gonna say it's easy, but it's doable. Once you get a year's experience, quitting for a six month break is no problem. You can go right back to work.

[@damncars2618]

Your video got me thinking. I've always vacationed there, and the last 2 years it's been cheap because of the pandemic. But this year the price on rentals are up 50%. Yeah... fortunately the Philippines opened up. Always adapt to the environment. Stay safe and well.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment.

[@jomontanee]

PH accommodations are pricier than Thailand. Go check it yourself.

[@okkid1949]

Hope you're doing well. Do you think you will ever be able to return to Thailand?😮

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I am doing better. Thanks for asking. I do plan to return to Thailand, it’s just going to be a while.

[@blackbolt1013]

What's up, Jeremy? Hopefully, you are well.

[@thetravellingsocialworker]

Yeah the rent in Australia is also going through the roof and they have abit of a housing crisis there as well. Yes I think it’s a big adjustment moving from one country to another after being somewhere for a extended period. I know I am needing to adjust moving from Australia all my life to being in Thailand now. Keep it going Jeremy you will find your path eventually where you go work wise. But at least the current one pays the bills. Stay safe

[@kobayashimaru9261]

Ive been back for about 2 weeks now. So far small town life is great. bought a small house, a car. just got internet turned on 2 days ago, So happy I got out of da phills. Looking for a job now. Seems like plenty of them here, SO happy for you getting healthy again,

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you!

[@dalecoker5868]

Glad to see you doing more videos. I understand about getting resettled here in the US. I have been back over 2 years now after living in Thailand for almost 10 years. Culture shock, is prices on just about everything plus many other things are so different etc. Still thankful for the referral to Benjamin Hart. I wish blessings and great health to you.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you Dale!

[@micclay]

You make it back to Thailand?

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Not yet. Planning to in the coming years. I really miss it!

[@markomalley]

Good to hear that you're on the mend Jeremy.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks man!

[@jennymark7403]

Hi Jeremy, sorry I missed it live , didn't know you were coming on, hope your well and must say your looking better keep happy and safe my good man

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you Jenny!

[@saddq1]

Those rental prices...wow! I pay 4000 baht a month for a two-bedroom home in a small Thai town on a 31.5k salary. Even with US salaries cannot imagine paying 700USD while having to share a home with others. Good luck!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks! These prices are out of control.

[@jomontanee]

Wow!! 4000thb for “a house with more than one bedroom”? You are living a great life! Because mortgage should not be more than 30% of your income and renting should be half of the mortgage. And your rent is less than half!! Good job!!!

[@user-in1zb4vg9r]

Hey Jeremy, I learned a lot about working with people from restaurant work. Watch out for the desserts though :). You're a smart guy. How about school for IT if that interests you? I did truck school when I was out of work from IT - I think it may be challenging to live a healthy lifestyle in that career. My best

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I agree. IT sounds better for me.

[@bucsimon]

Hello friend. Missed seeing you in Thailand. Farange in the land of smile with KZbin videos...what else can you ask for more. Thx for sharing

[@Kevin-lo1le]

Hi Jeremy, great video, maybe go for a truck driving license, you can sleep in the cab , save some money 💰

[@ttdenadaabba2149]

I gave him that offer 9 months ago!

[@flash132]

Any plans on going back to Thailand? Take care.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Yes indeed. I don’t know how soon though.

[@gabe2045]

Nice to see you back on the horse brother.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks!

[@seanteacherman2385]

Hi Jeremy, Glad your health is improving and that the job is stable. I am sure you will continue to improve and some day will return to Thailand; sounds like that is where you wish to be. You have a goal to shoot for which is a good reason to stay positive and work toward it. Hope to catch you live next time. Stay safe my friend. At least it is warm in Florida; 0 degrees C in Ontario this morning.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Sean.

[@Resmith18SR]

Ive lived in Pattaya Thailand and Mexico for many years and I totally agree with you about rent and cost of living in the US. Now in the US you have to work two jobs or more just to barely survive there. I refuse to pay those insane rents in the US and have to live with strangers because I value my privacy. I pay about $400 US a month with everything included and it's 2 bedroom furnished. The US requires that you have 3 times the rent in income otherwise no one will even rent to you there. So a crappy $1500 a month apartment there means you must make at least $4500 a month or forget about it. So 50K income in the US gets you a shit lifestyle now.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Well said!

[@novak4594]

Glad to hear your getting better bro. Thailand ain’t going anywhere. Go back when you’ve had enough of the US

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you!

[@jason18401]

What did you used to do in thailand for money? and healthcare in the us is so expensive, how do you afford it?

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I taught English in Thailand. I have a basic health care plan in the U.S.

[@joehayden4413]

How much to teachers with a bachelors degree make in Bangkok per month?

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Around $1,000/month…give or take $500.

[@carlfreiermuth5424]

brother Jeremy.. if you set up a camera with the e-bike I bet you will gain more followers filming riding around places that you find enjoyable. there are two white guys that were living in China for some years and the way I found their work was because they were filming riding around on small motorcycles. something about riding on two wheels draws me in.. those two guys now have four or five channels.. they left China now but because of the situation in China for foreigners they will not be going back to China while their government is the way it is. One of that channels is ADVCHINA .. The e-bike filming might be really cool

[@carlfreiermuth5424]

The speech to text errors in my comment makes it look like English isn't my first language lol

[@TheRamblingIrishman]

Thailand is only a flight away. Take care of yourself Jeremy

[@JohnSmith-ms8nj]

I would rec'd you keep doing your channel like you did while in Thailand... You can still talk about that and answer peoples questions about the expat experience. Try for 100k subs. Use your dilemma as an asset. Have you ever looked at getting the Elite Visa? and looking at that while doing online work (customer service or English). Or work in USA 6 mos then Thailand 6 mos every year? Good topics for videos...

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I’m looking at all the possibilities, however, you have to obtain a work permit to do any kind of work in Thailand. The elite visa is not really a visa, it’s a program. The elite card is great to have, but you cannot work with that status only.

[@gatrill1967a]

Hello JC. Its good to know that your doing better bro 💪🏿💪🏿

[@yon1623]

you look happiers in thiland. you looked more comfortable and excisted. here you look tired and bored.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

You are correct

[@cvig1075]

I hope you make it

[@lifeasithappens]

Walmart is starting Truck drivers CDL at $95k per year

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the info!

[@londonsweeps]

Hello Jeremy.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Hi Eric. Nice to hear from you!

[@rayb9849]

Rent in America is insane.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Agreed!

[@Lee-vo7dl]

Can your bachelor's degree help you down in Florida? Glad you are feeling better. Have a good week. Sorry I missed your live stream😎.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Hi Lee! Great to hear from you. I certainly hope my BA helps with a job. No luck yet. 😤

[@lifeasithappens]

Make sure you don’t put roots that are very deep here in USA if your planning to go back to Thailand

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Good suggestion.

[@jb-sh2bk]

The cost of everything has gone up in America

[@henrylimit]

Second!

[@MrMike-zm8ex]

Take a couple of fire science classes. Get a job as a fire inspector. Good pay, retirement, problem solved.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Fantastic idea!

[@MrMike-zm8ex]

@@JeremyClodfelter contact the local fire districts your interested in living in and inquire about their requirements for Fire Inspector. Usually only a few classes. Good luck.

[@mikegagliarducci875]

You picked the worst time to come back to the US, its turning to shit!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

The timing is not ideal.