Why I Choose to be a Nomad | Robin Barrett | TEDxSouthCongress

[@andybaldman]

"No amount of security is worth the suffering of a mediocre life chained to a routine that has killed your dreams" - Maya Mendoza

[@CreativityRV]

Thanks TedX! Excited to be a part of this great channel.

[@kittykat8505]

Robin you did an awesome job. Proud of you. ❤

[@njanderson4342]

Holy mother of Bob Robin! How did you do that beautiful speech without crying?! You're the best.

[@kellydoyle]

Great job, Robin!

[@bonniegreatorex72]

Great job Robin!👏❤️

[@Meredith471]

Awesome job, Robin! Terry would be so proud of you and what you are doing with your life now.

[@debbiereed1639]

You're one of the people I have followed for almost 2 years. I have sold my condo, bought an RV and am getting ready to "hit the road" Only regret? I didn't come upon this idea sooner!! (I am Retirement age) Hope to meet you out there. With Warmth and Gratitude.

[@mimilion6072]

Me too.... this is the first week in my new van !!!

[@debbiereed1639]

@@mimilion6072 CONGRATULATIONS!!

[@mimilion6072]

Congratulations on your Ted x talk. Fantastic!!!

[@ritadavison4857]

Debbie Reed Ditto!

[@shannacraft4099]

I never watched one of Robin's videos, but, I have watched a lot of videos, and, I just sold my house and am shopping for my first ever RV. I hope to be on the road in a month or two. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@cindykurneck]

A brilliant woman that took a big step back and considered what was really important to her. Her ideas are changing mine. Thank you, Robin!!!

[@mtnlayde01]

My hero !!!!!

[@marypelton6870]

I just bought myself a Ford Transit Van. I’m 73 years old. When my lease is up in June I’m going to retire and drive away. 🚐🚐🚐

[@therealsnake5875]

that's awesome Mary! how many times after 65 do you have to do a driving test?

[@skooliecarol8542]

You DONT...Just an eye exam...I,m 74...I didnt pass...DMV,said...go to optomotrist and get driving glasses,so I did....easy peezy

[@tonyndebr]

I wish there was a LOVE button!

[@OIII-IOOO]

there is: ❤️

[@catH727]

This is my first hearing of your sister. What we wouldn’t do for them. My RV allowed me to travel to see my sister in Phoenix from Ohio. She had a stroke two yrs ago, lost her dream home in Tahoe. She lives in assisted living now. We have been on the road 7 weeks of our 4 week tour!!

[@catH727]

Was able to spend a week with her, lying in bed, laughing. She has regained a lot of her speech

[@joeo7257]

She has a KZbin channel

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

"She didn't see it coming..." What a beautiful legacy from your sister. Happy travels!!

[@kateflorio7127]

I lived in an RV, for 5 1/2 years, and absolutely loved it!!! It was “heaven on earth”. I let the spirit lead me, U.S., Canada and Mexico! A lot of people asked me if I ever got lonely...never! It is well worth it...if there is even an INKLING in that direction!!!

[@edviera5326]

Outstanding Presentation Robin!!!! Your sister would be Proud!!!!

[@mindyrobertson6203]

Great speech! I've been following you for quite a while. My husband and I sold our large Victorian home and bought a toy hauler. We're currently stationary in Omaha to be near our kids and grandkids, working and saving up to start travelling in December. He's training to be an RV inspector and I'm working on opening my own Etsy shop. Huge life change! But we don't miss our old life at all.

[@carolwest6095]

I'm caring for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. I have 4 years till early retirement age. The thought of the day I can travel keeps me motivated and positive. You are helping me feel more confident in planning the rest of this life. Thank you

[@normag8200]

I’m in the same boat, taking care of dad with Alzheimer’s, left my job because I was sick of the politics. I’m trying to figured out what I want to do next, I just want to enjoy my life after working so hard for over 20 yrs with the same district. I do want to live in a sprinter.

[@captlynhall]

Robin you did well. Your sister was remarkable, in that while she was facing her own death, she was thinking of you and offering up sisterly advice that has made all the difference. Your presentation was genuine and heartfelt. You have been a great inspiration to me, as I have been on the road for 6 months now, and I love it.

[@sheilagrunhurd8332]

Robin, you look beautiful. You have great public speaking skills. Such a great talk

[@judyabernathy80]

Robin, you are such a classy gal! So well spoken and always prepared with great information. Thank you for making this available to us!! ❤️

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello how are you doing today 💖

[@jerry8mm]

Great talk, Robyn. You broke a complicated subject down to the basics. I've lived for eight years full-time in my motorhome, and I love the lifestyle and freedom.

[@gingerkoel5608]

Thanks Robin, I have been watching your KZbins for several years now. Watched you move into new/different RV's. We are retiring, downsizing and hitting the road. Lots to see out there, Thanks for blazing the trails for us!

[@teresaobrien663]

Tears of admission & much appreciation for all you’ve shared Robin! I left the 60+ hr per week corporate job in 2015, after my own cancer event. My pursuit of happiness has not been as clear or clean as yours, but watching you has inspired me to finally buy my RV last year. Thank you so much for you doing you so beautifully ❤️

[@CreativityRV]

Oh, things only seem clear and clean when they have to be explained in 18 minutes! God bless you! You inspire me🙂

[@Pamela-ro8vh]

Teresa OBrien my goodness, this is so kind!!

[@meynardmowat1105]

Hope you are well. ✌🏼🙏🏻

[@marinemom351]

Thank you for sharing your story. My dear friend, who was like a sister to me, lost her battle with pancreatic cancer when she was 45. She wanted to go to Italy and we tried to make it happen but she was too sick. I learned a great deal from her about living your dreams and mine is to live like you do. I watch your videos and am learning a lot. My friend Sheridan taught me well that life is short so live your dreams before it’s too late.

[@giroarie123]

So glad you were able to do this TedX talk! Such a great job, so proud!

[@DrShonto]

👍...That was a GREAT Ted Talk, ROBIN...and you looked BEAUTIFUL...👏👏👏

[@manfredschlenkrich6665]

my condolences on loss of your sister i went through the same with my wife she lost her life at 47 to paceatic cancer know exactely what and she went through now i'm kind of going through the same thing with my current wife can't really go anywhere until she is gone. you did the right thing

[@BobbiGail]

I am so sorry! I feel like someone needs to tell you. Very sorry about this. I hope for you there are some moments that make this somehow ...make sense. Or that you can feel peace. God BLESS you.

[@manfredschlenkrich6665]

@@BobbiGail thanks bgail

[@mommadeb6822]

You give the rest of us hope that life can be different. Thank you Robin!

[@ginainspades8027]

Excellent talk!! I’ve got the digital job and the RV along with traveling WiFi. Time to work over the road. Nowhere near ready to give up my house but I’m ready for frequent changes of scenery. Great job!!

[@GwenMotoGirl]

Gina InSpades I agree, excellent talk! I love Robin’s KZbin channel, too! I am among one of the groups she spoke of - professional who kept my career but ditched the office. I just shifted to this way of reporting to work in January. What internet did you choose? Good luck with your new life! Robin is inspiring.

[@azcactusflower1]

Thanks, TEDxSouthCongress ! Amazing presentation Robin! 👍👏

[@denisepoulsen6820]

You inspired me 1.5 yrs ago and I am planning to do just that in 1.5 years and counting. Your sister would be so proud of you!

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello how are you doing today 💖

[@kittykat8505]

We love Robin. ❤

[@Pamela-ro8vh]

Kitty Kat yes. We. Do. 🙃

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

Totally awesome! Standing ovation, Robin!

[@jo-ellenscalone5962]

Love the way you told your story and so happy you had the strength to follow what you wanted in life and didn't stay in the corporate world. I have followed you and all the RV's you had and now your 5th Wheel....brilliant choice! Be Well and Be Happy!

[@Open2OpenUT]

I was hooked from the moment you began to speak, great presentation and very well done. 😀👌☘️☘️🇮🇪

[@johnbergholm]

Robin, Modern American Nomad. I love that! I’m a M.A.N., too. Congrats on the TED talk. Great presentation. You looked great, too.

[@janicepeck9739]

EXCELLENT! ROBIN, I knew once I learned that you had been asked to share the Nomadic life with Ted Talks. I said whose Ted? Well, You opened my life to Ted and also shared for years what women can do traveling solo ....After many years traveling in several rvs my co pilot lost his cancer battle, 7 years ago . I became a Senior Solo Widow. Lady bugs 6 wheels is now rollin taking me anywhere I get the hankering to go.... when possible. . I so appreciate your channel. Our Lord continue blessing you and me as I watching you learn the 5w experience.

[@thinkinoutloud.1]

What a great speech. How beautiful the delivery. The girls a genius and a sweet one too.

[@ionecuff6323]

Oh how I wish I had a talent that I could use to support myself as a Nomad. I want to sell everything, buy a motorhome and just GO!!! Thank you Robin for the inspirational story and commitment you made to get where you are at. It is written all over your face and in the way you carry yourself that you made the right decision for yourself. God Bless your sister for giving you that little extra push that she saw you needed. Safe travels and stay happy!!

[@ionecuff6323]

@just me yo Is it sold in bookstores or online? I just cancelled my Amazon account. I had purchased her online book for living the Nomad life, but my laptop crashed and I lost it. It was the book that she sold through Amazon and was updated online. Broke my heart!!

[@CreativityRV]

Hi ione, sorry to hear you lost the last book! You can download the free Kindle app on a phone or tablet and Amazon will load it on again. It won't cost you anything! If you have any troubles call Amazon customer service. They are very helpful. Good luck!

[@skooliecarol8542]

You can work...seasonal jobs....DigiKey in Thief river falls,MN....is hiring for summer...$20 an hour...And they pay for your campground...sometimes,a motel...Call..or go online.....Express Personnel

[@thegirlnextdoor2739]

This is a beautiful, inspiring talk from a genuine woman who is living what she speaks. Thank you, Robin. Amazing.

[@createallow3126]

I really got a sense of your sister's character and how her legacy lives through you. Two amazing women!

[@hhs73girl]

YOU ARE SO PUT TOGETHER!! THANK YOU, GOD BLESS YOU FOR TAKING THE CHANCE AND SHARING IT WITH US.

[@MQTAful]

Way to go, Robin. You were great.

[@PattisArtInnaVan]

Excellent talk from a digital nomad that I have watched religiously since she started her nomad life.

[@Nelliebean6]

Thank you for sharing your story Robin! You are proof a person doesn't have to wait until retirement to live the rewards of relevant life choices. Safe travels and be free!

[@GaryNichols50]

Fantastic talk, Robin. You used your great presentation skills to tell a very touching and compelling story. Good job. Proud to be one of your many followers.

[@largedoglover99]

Captivating story and motivational speaker! Excellent Talk!

[@laurab9247]

AWESOME! Such a great message, Robin! You have motivated me to move toward my dreams; I thank you immensely! Now my husband is becoming a Birdwatcher, too. Bless you.

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello how are you doing today 💖

[@ShellyGraham-wk9vy]

This is the first time I've heard your story. Wow. Your sister asked the right things to make a huge difference. You honor her memory well, Robin. My kids offered me the chance to be a SAHG'Ma to help with the grands while they serve in the military. I love not punching a time clock. I do dream of traveling and have been watching your channel for a while. I'm doing some of the programs you shared in your book to create income and am leaning toward a Wayfarer van so my husband and I can hit the road when between deployments. I appreciate you!

[@Lynda303]

Well done Robin! 👏🏼 Happy trails to you!

[@druo7840]

Great talk, Robin. Thank you!

[@reneeg3474]

Robin is the best! She has changed my life - been following her on KZbin. Smart lady for sure!

[@gabriellechilton5902]

Thank you Robin

[@jasonfromi485]

Robin you rock - great job !

[@MichellsAdventures]

Such an amazing story. I’ve been following Robin’s KZbin channel for quite a while now and just love her and her super positive outlook on life. This talk was awesome and I’ll definitely be sharing this with many people 👍🏽👍🏽❤️❤️

[@eptunes3616]

Thank you Robin.😢. Sorry for your loss. I lost a niece to cancer.😢. Thanks for your strength and teachings.👍🏽🙏🏽💕

[@victoriayamen8923]

Robin you never disappoint. You did make me cry, and you had my attention at every word. I'm sorry about your sister's life being cut so short. You've really touched my heart today. Yes, the paradigm we were taught clearly has shifted. Stay well and keep your videos coming. Cool Ted Talk!

[@BettyA]

That was an awesome talk. Thanks to all.

[@motherblank]

Robin, thanks for your wonderful inspiration! I love watching your travels on KZbin. You are inspiring and informative. Your sister would be so proud. Happy trails to you!

[@beckyusher8476]

Brilliant, Robin. You are an inspiration!

[@SharonCullenArt]

Congrats Robin. I loved your talk! Beautiful moving and thought provoking story.

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello how are you doing today 💖

[@mgsvfr800]

Wonderful Robyn! Thank you. "Have Happy Travels... and Be Free"! 😉 ❤️

[@jlscielo]

I love the inspiration that Robin put inside my soul. To be free like her is such an inspiration and a goal in life to live a life under your own control. Yes I’m one who cries. But I’m done crying and I am going to give myself freedom. Nothing will change in your life if you don’t make the change. My condolences for the loss of your sister. Two amazing women.

[@francineshea4723]

Nice job, Robin. I’m so happy for you.

[@ggebhard1]

Robin, you gave a beautiful talk! All of your followers are proud of you! I just started following you last week and I love your You Tube videos! Thank you for such a great, inspirational talk! I’m sure you are making a positive difference in so many peoples lives! Congratulation! Your sister is proud of you and by your side, always!

[@CreativityRV]

Thanks so much!

[@gwendolynsiegrist9179]

I just bought your latest book, "Work From Home While You Roam." My husband and I are reading through it, considering and choosing what we might do when we take off. Congrats, Robin. You are a fresh inspiration to us in Kansas, where the wind will help blow us right out of town. Gwendolyn Siegrist (author: Heaven's Fastest Holy Kid)

[@jamieentenzamusic]

Every time I listen to Robin I love her even more!

[@rvvanlife8113]

Brilliant...

[@cindyjugglegoddess7821]

SO proud of you, Robin, and so delighted that TedX Talks found you! I’ve watched every one of your videos on your Creativity RV KZbin channel and have followed you from the beginning. So very generous of you to pass your journey along and to share the influence and legacy of your sister. She is no doubt smiling down on you 🙏🏻🌲🚐🏔💙💚❤️💕

[@BEACHBALL56]

Robin is the best.

[@debibolocofsky6920]

Great to hear your talk Robin. I always love listening to you. I'm so happy you took the chance to be free. You are inspiring.

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello how are you doing today 💖

[@elizabethofarrell2821]

Well done you! 🌷

[@deborahhalcomb4562]

Wow, you gave me a kick in the but. I have been retired for 8 yrs and still afraid to take the leap. My husband and I planned to be nomads when I retired but sadly he died from cancer shortly after retirement. I am not happy. I keep moving thinging I will find happiness in a new home. Thanks for the kick in the but I needed to make it happen.

[@jeffjamieson6113]

Fantastic Story! Fantastic Job! We love your newest way to travel!

[@MrRicknc]

As always with your speaking, I am hooked and awed. I may not necessarily be looking to go nomad anytime soon. I am however one who will always work too much. You are an inspiration. Thanks for being so professionally nomadic. :)

[@Joy-sm7iz]

Just try it part time like an occasional get away. But be careful, it may become habit forming. Lol.

[@chesterhicks9350]

this is great stuff thank you inever vnew

[@JeanneKnits]

Wow, this is SO me! I was in Austin, getting severely sick from job stress. So I quit, sold my house and set off in a motorhome for 'a few months'. That was summer of 2012. Still out here, living the nomad life. It's a more flexible life financially, as almost all expenses are variable. So, it's actually cheaper than I expected. Safe travels. Hope to cross paths one day!!

[@peggychristensen4819]

Thank you , Robin!! I watch your You Tube channel -awesome!!

[@mompuff6857]

Robin you are a great speaker. You captivated my attention with every word!! So happy you had such a beautiful sister🥰 You look beautiful!! You are so strong!! God Bless you!! 🙌🏻🦋💜

[@marthahales2430]

Great talk, Robin! Thanks! I've been following your KZbin channel for a while and really enjoying it (also learning so much from you). I'm 68 and hoping to get on the road before too long. Thanks for continuing to inspire me!

[@sonyablade1534]

My son did a TedTalk years ago and it was wonderful to see your TedTalk right now. What an inspiration you are and how beautiful your relationship with your sister was...remarkable. Thank you for sharing your life and will continue to watch you. One day...I'll be out there too.

[@klimber10001]

So great Robin. I must tell you I teared up at the end thinking of how I've followed you and where you are today. Your awesome, keep living your dream.

[@virginiaschott4482]

You made me cry. I'm the big sister, I have those big sister responsibilities. Right now I'm caregiver to my 92 yr old parents, who up until recently were able to make decisions for themselves, etc. That's no longer the case. One day, I''ll get there, until then I'll watch you and dream of adventures.

[@heartrumbles1985]

Great job, Robin. I truly appreciate you and all of your knowledge.

[@nicolaswalter6996]

Hello how are you doing today 💖

[@jodyseaman1885]

Excellent job! Thank you for sharing your story. Your sister was an intelligent woman.

[@allankawakami7851]

Wow! Great job Robin 👏

[@AuthenticallyBright]

Ah, Robin. Good job!

[@kristinekloep]

Oh Robin! I have been watching your channel for some time and never knew the story of your sister. I am 53 and my sister is 55. She was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in November 2018. We have been so lucky to have her around for almost 16 months now but daily I am aware of the inevitable. As a special education teacher I am lucky to love my job and it gives me the summers to get away in our 26 foot Salem Cruise Lite. My sister has even been able to go with us a couple of times. I am so sorry for your loss. Sisters are a true gift from God!

[@logsfam]

You did a super job and have an incredible story. I am so sorry about your sister. God bless.

[@bobshaw4063]

Great speech Robin . WEll done . So sorry for your loss . May your sister RIP. Enjoy your adventures towing your home on wheels . Cheers .

[@karenlajonna7229]

Good job Robin! I am so sorry about your sister. My mom died of pancreatic cancer in 2014, eight months after diagnosis. It is a hard thing to watch. Hugs!

[@CreativityRV]

😘😘😘

[@SaSuEnglish]

18 to 24 months ago I found your vlog. In one of your earlier videos you told the story of your sister asking you The Question. It too changed my life. I started researching RV/Nomad life. I traveled around 1/2 the USA for about 9 months. Found the place I wanted to live for at least the next couple years. Bought an off grid sustainable earthship and have been living here since July 2019. Thank your sister for her insight and you for your courage to stop the insanity. Thank you also for sharing your wisdom and encouraging all of us to live our life as WE see fit.

[@patriciamacneal7372]

Excellent Robin! You are such a fantastic story teller! You are so competent & sweet & knowledgeable. Best of all you always share what you’ve learned with the rest of us! God Bless! Safe travels & Be Free! I know your sister is smiling down on you!

[@LindaSmithLatimer]

Brilliant Ted Talk Robin! Been watching you in all your RV’s and I’m so happy you got your 5th, it’s beautiful! Keep on keeping on!!!!

[@michelemurphy3541]

❤️. People like YOU are such a gift...waking us out here, up, with the stories you were mindful enough, to tell us. Thank You and Sending Love & Blessings.

[@TheeBethakneeJ]

It's so chilly that 2 years later I'm watching this and she gave this TED talk right before covid

[@SuperSushidog]

Thank you very much for the important perspective. Great reality check. My wife and I retired at 62, sold everything, bought a used motorhome and hit the road. My sister passed away the year we started our full time RV adventure. She was fine one day and had a brain aneurism and was gone. That's how fast it can happen to anyone. That was almost 3 years ago and we have been loving every minute of this life as "free range humans." Everyone lives this lifestyle differently. We spend about half our time in campgrounds and inexpensive RV parks with wonderful neighbors, in every sense of the term - because they're having the time of their lives too. We all want to be there, and that makes all the difference. The rest of the time we love to boondock (free dispersed camping on BLM or Forest Service land) in some of the most beautiful places imaginable. Actually, unless you've been there, and experienced it yourself, you probably can't imagine it. It's some of the most profound almost religious experiences I ever had. We have less than 1/2 the income that we did before we retired, but are able to save twice as much money in the bank because our living expenses are maybe 1/3 of what they were when we were living in a stick and brick home. Plus we're living the lifestyle of the rich and famous that others only dream about on an early retirement with social security and a meager pension. If we can do it, so can you.

[@jenniferpriestinsero2284]

So great Robin! Don’t stop being an inspiration!

[@marciacummings3720]

Brilliant! Well done you! Thank you for sharing your story! We are in beginning planning mode! Can't wait for happy travels to be free! 😎

[@auroranite]

Powerful Robin, Thank you. Love your content. May your sister be smiling at the choices you’ve made. The Happiness is brought.

[@maryeliason1504]

Thank you. Now I know the start of your adventures. Keep sharing your videos with us. And be free. ❤️🌈🦋

[@tomrio5330]

I have followed you for some time now. So sorry it took the loss of your sister for you to find your way out. Thank you so much for your inspiration.

[@tericruzan8889]

I finally had time to listen and watch your TED talk, great job Robin, you are looking great and exude confidence.

[@HelloGorgeousLife]

Thank you Robin. I can not express the empathy and co-story line you shared. I was moved to tears being reminded of our why. Why we chose also to downsize and start exploring the gorgeous country we get to live in. Thank you. May our paths cross and we share a camp fire chat. Hugs

[@joycejohnson1396]

Thank you Robin that was great and I enjoyed it. Kudos!!

[@alisonpickard5280]

OMG Robin - your talk is amazing, I watched it 3X this evening. So much to share with you about the relevance of your speech and what I do for a living. I am a former CEO, now work from home. However, I have a desire to travel my country, Canada and work from a class B motor home. I can develop my work on line and enjoy the freedom and the delight of exploring my country. I would especially like to visit the west coast. I live in Ontario on Georgian Bay, an hour and a half north of Toronto. Thank you - very well done. You have given me a lot to think about.