Work Just Enough to FUND YOUR LIFESTYLE, Then Spend the Rest of Your Life Living!

[@DOOR.DASH.TYRONE]

I really hate how people judge your level of "success" in life by how much your career pays. To me you can make all the money in the world but if you don't have peace and happiness you are broke.

[@LoveIsWar977]

Personally I just want to make type of money to pay off my student debt asap. Like I'm aiming to not have burdens, essentially reaching peace is everything.

[@Childfree_Jerra]

THIS!!💯💯💯

[@dontbelongherefromanother]

And they can lose it overnight

[@Michel-Graillier-fanclub]

Stop trying to please people and please yourself

[@mikep.473]

I learned a few years ago at 35 to stop worrying or thinking about how others measure success health is wealth

[@josiemchannel]

My vehicle is pretty much ready for vanlife but i dont have a lot of money and I'm scared. If I get 100 likes on here I'll take it as a sign and start

[@the_DE_network]

Go ahead, start 👍🏾

[@nate6735]

You can do it!

[@geegeegarcia]

You got this 🎉 don't fear nothing!!

[@shahnazstrishaikh]

Don't wait for it. Do it because this is what you want. The universe will let you know pretty quickly. I follow my dreams because I feel amazing even if it's challenging.

[@godsamazing2090]

Im not hitting that like button. Becuase you need to make a wiser choice, than choosing if ppl hit a like button and you moving in your van. Save up to your comfortability, and then move forward. Meaning, Assess the amount of money you need to live van life, research that lifestyle (good, bad, and ugly), and moves accordingly 😘

[@CoffeeSA96]

One thing i learned is that job security doesn’t exist. Layoffs are so common so it’s best to not get attached to a job or make it one’s identity

[@shawnbruce6934]

Very True!

[@philip7833]

yup. Especially middle management

[@dontbelongherefromanother]

Exactly

[@Gino419]

Dream jobs are equivalent to a lottery Pic. Low chance of picking the winning #.

[@kmc1steelers998]

Totally 💯 agree

[@merrimackvalleyblackdog45]

Live within your means. Work as little as possible. Break even. And die with nothing. Travel. Own less stuff. The End.

[@bambismomkelly7423]

Realistically speaking you do have to save something for your old age. You may not be able to work, but you will still want a roof over your head for your last days.

[@colesisler582]

@@bambismomkelly7423so frustrating when stupid, naive people decide to give up on building wealth and saving for retirement. If I, a 22 year old man, told my father who has made very good money and also comes from a well off family that I decided to just not save any money over the course of my life, he’d laugh in my face.

[@TravelinRosy2025]

I agree

[@TravelinRosy2025]

​@@bambismomkelly7423agree

[@merrimackvalleyblackdog45]

At what value - should you take an extended break or make a job change? 2k banked, 50k? What is safe in the wilds of 2024. I'm gonna hunker down and wait it out. I can find a nice home among the ruins.

[@wabbit6653]

Its not until you lose yout health when you realize whats really important in life

[@ebonywinn50]

This statement is 100% true.

[@BIGLOU2025]

💯 I'm 54 and getting the off that hamster wheel thinking it's going to get better, without me taking action and finding that puzzle piece. Money is worthless, a means to pay bills and taxes, Life IS Priceless and Supercedes ANYTHING else, You Can always make money, You can't buy back Life.

[@TravelinRosy2025]

Yup

[@nw3603]

A rich man wants many things, a sick man only wants one.

[@wallstreetkennedy7362]

I had an aneurism in 2016! Money couldn't speak up my recover; only time and patience! Money is just a tool! Spend less = work less!

[@LoveIsWar977]

The monks are right, material things lead to suffering.

[@dontbelongherefromanother]

Yup, it's meaningless and doesn't bring happiness or feeling content in life

[@Fan-zx1lz]

Material things don't give suffering, it gives us happiness, joy. But I will say don't get too much attached to materialistic things.

[@RecklessInspirer]

The complete reliance on material things to bring one happiness is the issue. It’s a trap.

[@xeschire706]

Not really, no, it doesn't, otherwise we wouldn't keep getting more material things & still be happy or fine with it. It's more the like desire to obtain material things through which you're unable to, is where the unhappiness start kicking in. That's why you don't want to desire material things too much, or get too attached, & should learn to have greater appreciation for what you have already. There is a limit after all.

[@LoveIsWar977]

@@xeschire706 yeah I meant like in terms of wanting tons of possessions and being consumed by them, it’s not fulfilling long term. I was just being vague

[@thesemonies5797]

They never asked you what kind of lifestyle you want because they already decided for you.

[@potterylady44]

Omg😳. Lots of wisdom in the comments today.

[@pwrdbythefro2846]

damn.. this hit harder than a mofo

[@tracymahoney4125]

64 years old. I have never known what kind of life I wanted. I have just been putting one foot in front of the other for my entire life. Never earning enough to satisfy. Never getting enough time off. Tired all the time. Finding solace in carbs. Now, I am approaching retirement in 90 days, and I could not be more excited. Camping, Fishing, Quilting on rainy days and through the winter... I have such a big vision! To be free, finally free, of the rat race is everything. I have redesigned my diet to fit the vision of my freedom. I am leaving a desk job for the hiking trails. You inspire me. You are my guru! =D

[@TimothyWard]

Congratulations on your upcoming freedom!!!

[@newdiffrentbetter]

You spoke from my soul...and I'm only 40. But that's my vision for later in life 🤗.

[@colesisler582]

Sad thing is, so many people watching this channel just feel that they can have this without working for it.

[@Zizzyyzz]

​​​​@@colesisler582How do you know what people, let alone *many* people, "feel"?

[@colesisler582]

@@Zizzyyzz because I read the comments and watched the video

[@bluesrocker91]

I've more or less thought this way ever since I was about 16... It was around that time in high school that the careers question came up, and we all had to research jobs we'd like to pursue and come up with ideas for a class discussion. Almost everyone came up with glamorous, high paying, highly skilled, highly qualified and very demanding career paths. Architect, engineer, doctor, lawyer, CEO, property developer etc... Everyone laughed when I chose "checkout operative," "supermarket shelf-stacker" and "warehouse picker". But the reason was very simple... I want a job that I can forget about the second I clock off, so I can get on with my hobbies. A job that requires so little brain power to do that I can let my mind wander to things I'm actually interested in. Wealth has never really interested me, and I've learned to live quite well on a very basic income.

[@Fan-zx1lz]

Good for you. It takes a lot of Mental Power to live a minimalistic Life.

[@WoodsmanEarl]

I’ve thought like this since age 14, I’m 16 now and happy I came to this conclusion. I want to live in nature and live self sufficiently away from the madness of greater society.

[@colesisler582]

You need disposable income to pursue most hobbies. Minimum wage jobs like you described aren’t getting you disposable income, they’re paying you just enough so that you can eat, sleep safely and drive to work.

[@bluesrocker91]

@@colesisler582 Dude, I'm 33... I've been doing this half my life.

[@TravelinRosy2025]

Yes m2

[@martialag]

I have learned to never get attached to everything. I don't stress over a lot. My motto has always been "It was fun while it lasted."

[@KyRoTV91]

🎯

[@Hyper_Driven]

Don’t love anything that doesn’t love you back.

[@LovelyLisha3]

Similar to mine "it served it's purpose" ❤

[@dontbelongherefromanother]

That's a great way to look at life

[@chrishart8548]

​@@Hyper_Driven That's a very good way of thinking. Works with stuff and people

[@brequeen0725]

I refuse to work fulltime again. Im only 35 and i cant see myself waking up every morning to get dressed and work on beautiful days, rainy days, snowy days..etc...i worked at a dental office 2 days a week and on the other days i would do to the park, go walking, relax, learn new things on youtube, enjoy the sunlight, birds, music whatever...i just cant work evveerryyydaayyy

[@Killerkeller-r6j]

Trust me I’m starting to learn that this system since childhood traps us and tells us there’s no way out. Even though everyday we can choose to walk out.

[@ussssaaabixchh]

@@Killerkeller-r6jthen be homeless right

[@mountains4laura]

OMG... I'm sitting on my porch of my cabin in the woods drinking coffee looking at my 2 older horses watching the trees grow around my art studio! Did I just realize this is my lifestyle I wanted? People are always telling us we need more, I really don't want more, this is perfect! Thanks for bringing that to my attention today!

[@TimothyWard]

Sounds like an amazing lifestyle!

[@genetesick]

Hi Mountains4Laura, how did you get to the place you’re at, any advice?

[@Purozangue]

My grandfather literally worked "all" his life, he never really lived. I remember the day he died at home after working an over night shift, he was in his 70s. I love my grandfathers work ethic, but I made a promise to myself to never ever work so hard that I miss experiencing the essence of living a simple life.

[@defone51]

He worked to take of your parents and his responsibilities...experience takee a lifetime to learn

[@veganpundit1]

I had a similar experience with my father. Worked hard for decades at his job, skipped vacations thinking he would have time relax and enjoy life after retirement. Well, his health went south and rarely even got out of the house after retirement. Passed in his early 70’s. No guarantees in life folks, figure out what’s important to you and do it while you can. 💚🐾✊🏼💚🌏✌️💚

[@MX-CO]

My wife's grandmother died a yr after retirement with a couple million dollars in the bank. She drove an old Buick. It was actually pretty nice but old, I heard he say she wanted a new car but couldn't afford it lol. I had no clue she had a couple million in the bank. Anyway, where I'm going with this is, she worked her entire life and never spent any of the money. If that isn't crazy enough, she tied the money up in investments in such a way (purposely) so no one can touch it even now. She may as well have given it to the damn stock brokers, in a way it's as if she did. As someone thats always wanted to start a business but can't afford to, I find it really frustrating that she didn't invest in her own family. (Even though she wasn't my grandmother.

[@lucymagee3654]

It amazes me that people can be so oblivious & ignorant to the fact that they might not even make it to old age to retire! My husband passed at 43! Look at the guy in the hot tub this week in Mexico! 43 also!! Just like me his wife is now a widow in her 30s! When it’s your time it’s your time! None of us know when that will be! I personally want to live my life whilst I’m young! I don’t want to scrimp now & sacrifice to be old & decrepit one day having some extra cash! I’m done living from fear, I follow my heart & don’t give a sh!t what society says! Society certainly wasn’t there for me when I needed help so fk all the rules I’m gonna live my best life & when it comes to my “retirement”.. well, I’ll cross that bridge if & when I come to it!

[@TimothyWard]

Yes!!!!!!!

[@potterylady44]

LISTEN! I love this so much that imma screen shot it!

[@anitaknight3915]

Yessss Lucy AMEN 🙏! I had a near death experience young and realized this same thing. So many ppl die young and before/right after retirement and unable to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

[@aminaz7590]

I feel like this man just gave us the formula to hack life. Work smarter, not harder.....

[@alaskavet8313]

I worked from 1995- 2023, 28 years straight! Retired at 47. I will never work again on this planet.

[@claykh]

people who work stressful jobs almost always end up dying right when they retire or just before and nobody ever seems to mention this much. this is why i hate the constant gaslighting, especially from family members to "get a high paying career" especially if its something you dont want to do.

[@GenerationfleX897]

I done worked 20 plus jobs in my life. All blue collar. I started a business that failed due to a health scare a couple of years ago(leukemia) now living in a family member basement depending on disability money. I love writing Poetry, journals, essays, etc. that’s what I’ve been doing in the pass couple of years. I wanna self publish these drafts and get back in authorpreneuring. As well as inspiring the working class to just be your authentic self and let YOUR voice and dreams be the themes. to me that’s the new meaning of success especially when going through adversity. I honestly still get a little discouraged being that I’m now 50 years old but anything possible.

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck with your writing and publishing! It’s never too late.

[@gregmurphy2691]

This is exactly what i needed to hear today. Thank you Tim 🙏 ive often felt inferior to those who have corporate or "proper jobs", while i dont earn much teaching English as a foreign language in different countries. When i come home to stay at my parents, i see neighbours my age (40) with their houses and flashy cars, and sometimes think, wow they have all that. I feel a little left behind, envious maybe. As if ive missed out. But then i come to my senses and realise im not burdened with debt for life, i can pack my bags and head off anywhere i like to teach and earn enough to afford my lifestyle and enjoy my life. I suppose, what gets to me is the way people view me for my lifestyle, which makes me questionit, and think im doing something wrong. 🤔

[@TimothyWard]

I know exactly the feeling you are describing. I get that way on occasion too when I see all the things other people have. But then I remember it’s just the programming telling me that that’s a better lifestyle. Like you, I enjoy my simple life and that’s really what matters. Stay blessed my friend!

[@gregmurphy2691]

Thank you for the reply Tim, it means a lot 🙏 it's nice to know I'm not the only one who feels like it.

[@jdc327]

Yes; this is a great example of those moments of disquiet that creep in when you fall into a "valley of doubt". Happens all the time when you are exposed to too many "normies" in short succession who come of as "well and happy". Takes a bit to climb out of at times, but once you realize what you have [the ability] to do 'over' them (unshackled to responsibilities etc) you can quickly flip back. It takes a very strong 《FYL》 plan structure to overcome, but just 🎶STICK TO YOUR VISION🎶 👀

[@No_nameforever]

This is legendary!

[@No_nameforever]

@@TimothyWard true freedom

[@Macdady1983]

"We spend our whole lives chasing other people's ideals, of the ideas of what the ideal lifestyle is. Fall prey to debt, excess expenses and bills, all trying to live the lifestyle we don't want." T. J. Ward (2024) 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@TravelinRosy2025]

Yes

[@GratefulWarriorMom]

I've been telling my family this for two years, since I started renovating my RV. My dad is facing the reality of having a beautiful house and property after working 2-3 jobs his whole life, to now the taxes and insurance are eating up all the retirement. Doesn't make sense to live the slave life only to retire to the poor house.

[@itsnick37]

My parents property taxes are 13,000$ a year! To live in freakin New Jersey of all places, it’s so expensive now I think a couple combined would need to make minimum 150k or close to that to get into a lower house in this area (north NJ) have to factor in NY money moving here now so aim higher then what you think…. All money goes to house and taxes it’s pathetic, both parents working 2 jobs and my dad is almost at “retirement age” yeah I really have to think what seasonal or quirky job I can get into that ain’t dead end(management jobs in everything I suppose)

[@JonnyBGood-mb5mg]

“Going after a lifestyle other people sold to us”. Well said!!

[@The_Stockfather]

We need to say, “that’s none of your business” more. Too many people trying to ridicule us or sabotage our plans.

[@MelanatedHomesteadher]

Right

[@shalawndudley2094]

I thought this same thing today. We need to enjoy our lives more. My line of thinking was as long as you have food, shelter and a means to have income, focus on doing what brings you joy. Kinda like how kids live😂

[@mimizackery]

I really want to be a full-time homemaker. I’ve started working towards building my business 95% online.

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck!

[@mimizackery]

Thank you!

[@soulspirationgoddess]

You got this and you deserve that!

[@mimizackery]

@@soulspirationgoddess Thank you!

[@renebleu8711]

I always wanted to live in a box truck- be a bum who lives at a lake and makes art with whatever scraps I find, record music/play my piano and stay active with hiking, running, dancing etc. People thought I was weird, had some sort of mental illness. So I stopped dreaming of that. When I hit 26, I just moved into my car and told 3/4 close family so they would know what’s up in case something happens. Did it for 2 years and loved it!!! I’m getting married soon and saving for a box truck for me and my future wife. I miss being outside everyday. Can’t wait. I didn’t even care about having a job because I was happy everyday. I’m 29-30 in 4 months. I had a horrible health scare and will not waste a second.

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck with your marriage and with your box truck!

[@Lone_Star86]

Bro look where you are surrounded by nature 🌿🍄‍🟫

[@tia_shay]

I’m so grateful this video was recommended to me. The programming is so deep and they truly want us to believe we must suffer for a paycheck. It’s sick and twisted. I’ve been working about 16hrs a week part time for almost a year now. I love my job, i leave work with a smile on my face and I have plenty of time to engage in my hobbies. We don’t have to suffer. I am starting to believe that part is optional and part of the matrix.

[@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340]

Genuinely interested how you have a roof over your head or anything else? I think if people can live this way and not at someone else's expense then I need to know about it.

[@hp7093]

This dude is brilliant. No good to be the richest guy in the cemetery

[@cmeinmy50s]

The More Material things that you possess equals More Maintenance on those Material things. That includes having a family. It’s nothing wrong with having STUFF 😅😅 but I rather just have the money at my age.Been there done that and it was actually miserable. Being overwhelmed with overhead is not enjoying life, I don’t care what no one says. It’s funny watching people have to mow their lawns in 90 degree weather because they have to maintain their yard on the home that society got them thinking they own. My anxiety is usually based on the variety of options that I have including what country I want to visit next. Thanks Tim you dropped another jewel. I’m going to start calling you a Diamond Mine of content

[@TimothyWard]

I used to work in lawn maintenance years ago and I can attest to the huge amounts of money people would pay each month to maintain a yard they never used because it came with the house they thought someone of their social status had to own. It’s was insane, and sad. Thanks for taking the time to comment and I’ll accept that nickname 😂

[@rosstravels.official]

Love this!! We can’t just sit here and work our lives away and then try to have fun at 90yrs old. That’s an awful way to live, start doing so now and figure out what the hell you want to be/do. This is awesome! #FYL 👏🏾🗣️

[@stephencotton2694]

Exactly at 90😂

[@TimothyWard]

#FYL

[@Busk_N_Groove]

“If you live the life you love, you will receive the blessings from above” - Van Morrison

[@robbertou]

A great book on this is "Die with Zero"

[@dontbelongherefromanother]

Lol

[@peculiarshanice4586]

Love that book❤

[@Smuggler169]

I will look that up. Thanks for sharing.

[@Sarah-dq1fm]

Looks like a good read, thanks!

[@jeanah685]

The things and experiences that bring me actual joy are either free or cost very little. I've come to realize that and am retraining my mind to it. That's why I've been listening to you. 😊

[@dontbelongherefromanother]

Just sitting on my porch with a cup of coffee early in the morning, is priceless, free, and fulfilling.

[@WhimsicalHermitude]

This is so relatable. I never wanted a 9-5 or a traditional life, rather a schedule that I enjoy doing things that I love with the people I value. It never made sense to work myself to death to maybe live after retirement. Honoring my personal priorities and ignoring the naysayers was a huge step. Thanks for the encouraging alternative perspectives, keep it up. 🥂🙏🏼

[@elfmix]

KZbin serendipity again, literally just had a conversation along these lines 15 minutes ago with a friend on the phone.. less is more.. how strange and cool. "The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion." - Albert Camus

[@_BobaFett_]

*Serendipity = Algorithms*

[@msscience]

Been watching since Greyhound guru days. Lots of love and best wishes on your success Tim!! You are a wise one.

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you so much! That’s crazy that you remember the Greyhound videos lol. Stay blessed.

[@jamesl2697]

Real talk right here. Started figuring this out around 32. Just sacrificing bit more time to get where I need and I’ll be kissing full time work goodbye. No more hamster wheel for me. Thank you for these videos. Helps me stay on track and know my thoughts are not insanity.

[@sivakumarsathiamoorthy6583]

I think most people want a factor of safety to fund their "dreams".

[@joshlower1]

You can still have that and have even more safety living the simple life cause you'll actually be able to save money.

[@jaxcoss5790]

This video has come up at such an opportune time. Me and the hubby are looking at returing in the next 5-7 years. We had a serious conversation last weekend, and he thought i needed a flashy house for us to live in when we retire. I don't! We both breathed a massive sigh of relief after that convo. 😊

[@TimothyWard]

Awesome! It’s always great when a serious conversation ends in relief lol

[@victoriasage7]

So glad you guys talked about it ❤

[@prettylady818]

It’s so important to be on the same page with your spouse.

[@LenaHikes-w4m]

For the past 10 years I used to travel a lot and lived in many different countries like New Zealand, Canada, Australia…now 37 and back in Europe, have my own Appartement here and decided to work only 6 months a year seasonal jobs( Switzerland & Norway ) and the rest of it …travel and long-distance hiking which I felt in love with this year as I did the Camino de Santiago! Definitely a life changing experience and now I want to do much much more long distance hikes around the world. I think I found my perfect life style! As I also don’t want get married and don’t want to have children! living my best life for me 🍀🥰

[@No_nameforever]

Smart man! Simplicity is key and gold!

[@Opm0316]

What do you do for a living? Because they wanna assess how much respect they’ll give you.

[@DeeDeeOrr]

Youre living the dream as far as I can see. Tims got what it takes to be free.

[@OgeeThegodfather]

13:52 that sounds like me I have 50 in bank but started feeling like im going to lose something i forgot what’s it’s called but its some type of scarcity mindset when you reach your goal and start fearing you gonna lose everything glad i healed from that…Rich people delete themselves All the time I’m enjoying the hell out of life some of the hotels I been in have rich people there lol …once you know the lifestyle you enjoy , get a good money foundation ..good solid foundation you can do almost anything…I’m really done with the material things at 32 my passion is traveling an uplifting people…blessings to everyone

[@shakanranch]

Agree! 4 years ago my husband and I moved off grid into the mountains with 3 small kids…. And that lifestyle gave us such freedom and flexibility now we travel and just live in different countries… Our outlook on life and jobs completely changed!! I recently shared about all this on a video as well ❤

[@TimothyWard]

Just went and checked out your channel!

[@shakanranch]

@ thank u 🙏

[@Truthseeker1000]

Dude you are so spiritual it's fucking bliss bra...😎 Awaken the people and beautiful civilization will be created 🙏🏻☺️💪🏼 curiosity about our universe will spawn innovation and literally destroy the concept of the medium of exchange. Medium of exchange is based on the idea of scarcity and division. Let's create abundance through curiosity and passion and share it will love with our human family. And let's travel into the stars.

[@markmoffett6813]

You are an amazing , smart , wise individual. Very inspirational. Thank you very much Mark from Maryland

[@daym8]

The less stuff you need, the less you spend. The less you spend, the less you have to work and the more you can enjoy life. Love this thinking and it's the secret to life as long as you don't have partners whom you have to spend on . So Stay single and happy till we all have to say adios to this planet 🙏

[@rose4u111]

Well said, Tim. Finding ways to gravitate towards a more focused, yet sustainable life can certainly lead to contentment.🤔🌹

[@Faergerovinklar]

Winning. A truly wise man. Zero fudges given when it comes to careers & crap 💪🏿

[@GVolker1108]

It’s like you’re reading my mind, bro!

[@WilliamGiordano-hn3nl]

Just got back from a 11. Mile hike nice video after that 😊😊😊😊😊

[@PraveenSrJ01]

That is a really long hike 😊

[@liamlynch2115]

Now in my 40s this makes a lot of sense. How much free time do you want? Where do you want to live (city, suburbs, country, remote). How do you want to make the money you’ll need? Do you want to be stuck in an office? I got lucky, I work from home, live in an area I like etc But I do agree people approach life backwards. Look around, outside of your box. I know someone who works and lives at a state park because that’s where they love to be.

[@lori5946]

If you have a low self esteem you can get stuck in a job or life you hate. I am afraid to move forward so I am changing my belief system in therapy. Having a good mindset and learn how to manage your money so you can live the life you want. Figuring out your life isn't easy. I turned away from my passion because I had a kid and got married. I was looking for love and acceptance. My parents didn't validate me or see me for who I am. I lived for everyone else and became a codependent. I ignored what I really wanted in my life. I stopped working July 2023 and trying to heal, feel and decide what I really want. I agree about learning how to fund your life style. I love the outdoors. We went to spring yesterday. Love paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming.

[@karmel896]

Damn I think this is my problem, I’m stuck working at factory jobs because I feel not good enough moving up

[@DistinctMale]

I kinda feel that way too. Thanks for explaining it and indirectly helping us understand ourselves more.

[@Sarah-dq1fm]

This is my situation. My self esteem is not the best rn but I don’t have the confidence to step out of my comfort zone either. Thanks for sharing.

[@lori5946]

@Sarah-dq1fm I am an RN. I worked at the bedside for 29 years. My kids are grown. My husband is in recovery from his addictions. I'm not sure about going back to nursing. Might try on-line RN job. I am three years in my recovery journey. I am doing lots of therapy.

[@ParteraQuisqueyana]

If everyone worked according to the lifestyle they want, we would have happy workers greeting us everywhere we go.

[@TimothyWard]

Exactly!!!

[@josephsmith9130]

Easier said than done my friend however it is an interesting concept. At 18 years old, I was clueless about what I wanted to do, where I wanted to be. My parents said, just do what makes me happy which did not help as I was clueless 😔. Yes, a sad commentary. At 21, a lightbulb flashed and a voice inside said go traveling young man. So I joined the US NAVY. I thought it was a fair trade off serving under the military and yet being paid and traveling. It was hard, however I grew as a person experiencing the good, bad and ugly of people. However the military provided the travel and skills needed for me to move forward in life. Remember that when one door closes another one will open. There are many crossroads in life.

[@mysticroze333]

Thank you Tim ❤❤❤ This video was on point! I did seasonal jobs because of your sharing🤗 3yrs in buddy 😃 Much love and blessings 2u

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you. Blessing to you as well!

[@MrEmpireBuilder0000]

Exactly, my friend! To be honest, I am very open about the fact that most of my relatives have way more money. They all have bigger houses, better cars, etc. But this can be a ball and chain. I have traveled more and further. I was able to live in a foreign country for a year. Most folks tied down to a huge house, family and daily grind can't do that. I go to a foreign country once or twice a year. I don't even do the packaged tours. I take my sweet time. Just enjoy the vibe of the place. It's not a race to get as many photos as much as possible. Some of my acquaintances have higher paying jobs. But they have no time to cook. They always eat fast food. I have ALL the time. I have just enough money. :)

[@Opm0316]

Same with me. My brothers and sisters have at least 2 houses each. (In a different country outside US) I for one have no house, so sometimes I feel I didn’t make it. And I know they think same. But then I thought, I’ve been to several countries, different states, stayed in nice hotels, watched several concerts and shows. They haven’t really traveled. I can go to another country at a cheaper amount because I can choose to go when the tickets are cheaper. While they are bounded by their jobs. I may be the poorest in material things but if I have to choose a life and live all over again, I’ll choose mine.

[@Rivessound]

14:33 - "It's all about getting to the bag, and if we get time left over, we enjoy life, but why not set up an enjoyable life and then just figure out how much of the bag you need to keep living it?" - Pure gold man.. Keep it up.

[@markusdufner]

That's so true my friend. Jobs, money and other conditioned habits gave us orientation. Some day you wake up and realize that something went wrong. And then the real valuable journey begins ❤

[@K-xb2qz]

The older i got the more i realized money wasn't important as it use to be. You go through so many things in life and realize all you want is to do what you love, be happy, peace of mind, and good health. I pray for those things everyday. Heck. I pray for everybody. I know some people got it way harder than the next. Working jobs are cool but doing it for years and years for all your life. Nah. You gotta wait to reach a certain age to get benefits. Heck some people don't even make it to that age. I hear a lot older folks say i can apply for social security or whatever once i turn 65-or 70. Im like " Man. I gotta wait till im 70 for that. That aint no guarantee. Make your own way. Find your own happiness. I really like this topic. Im definitely gon keep up with you. Thanks brotha 💯🙏

[@paulsedlak9300]

You are absolutely right I tried so many different things From driving truck to scuba diving and cleaning boats,to become a pilot and flying my airplane or building off grid in Colorado and writing my first book or training for Triathlon and winning it ,and much more because I always follow my Heart and not money

[@sbe112]

thank you timothy for giving me motivation to persue my dream lifestyle. Sadly everytime i tell someone that i don‘t want to work fulltime in the future and instead travel the world, they try to talk me out of it. But seeing you, i know this kind of lifestyle IS possible!

[@saharamir930]

I find you have to move in silence, never share your plans until after, even with vacations, tell them when you’re there….

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck!

[@sbe112]

@@saharamir930 yes you‘re right!

[@sbe112]

@@TimothyWard thank you🙏🏻

[@potterylady44]

Yes ugh... I would just stop telling folks. Because you already have you in your brain trying to keep you safe through fear. Now you told someone and so you now have your negative voice within and the voice of the people you told to deal with..ugh. So don't tell people and then work up your strength silently. A doctor hear on YT named Dr. Doug Lisle talks about this in his self esteem videos.

[@annieandaj]

What if you actually love being a doctor, lawyer, entrepreneur, nurse, professor, journalist etc. I'm not saying everyone would love these careers but I do believe that there are people out there who honestly enjoy that kind of work and that life style. Not all people who work long hours at jobs that pay a lot are unhappy. Some may be but then some people who work at, what might be seen as, less stressful jobs are unhappy. It's all about doing what you love as you say but different strokes for different folks. Choosing what YOU like is key but knowing what that is can take a while. I do agree, however, that making the choice that makes you happy is what life's all about in all areas of life. Don't follow the crowd but don't cut yourself short either.

[@Michel-Graillier-fanclub]

Like for 10,15 years then it loses its luster

[@annieandaj]

Most things lose their luster and then we have the choice to change them. Change is the name of the game.

[@Nate_tureboy]

Until you've done one thing for 10yrs you don't believe in yourself to do anything else and fearful of change

[@Nate_tureboy]

Or you work for 10 20 30yrs and you never learned anything else, then what?

[@annieandaj]

These are all stops along the way. You, in one way or the other, regroup. It's just what's happening but we make too much out of it and scare ourselves. Life always moves on....always. You can fight it or you can move with it.

[@BryanWynn-vf2ej]

I've always had a work to live attitude and even in college i was just doin so because its what i was taught i should do. Ive never worked at a job longer than 3 years and ive always taken time off, quit, or used most of my attendance points at jobs...yet ive traveled and met so many people and had so many experiences that people assume ive got a very good job, im a plant worker in Alabama driving forklifts and order pickers and daydreaming and planning for my next big trip.

[@cassandrasmith5517]

We are often critical of today’s youth who don’t buy into the 8-5 grind. Who go from job to job making enough to support themselves but decide against the traditional road of work. But growing up in the 60s to parents and grandparents who worked very hard just to make ends meet, the traditional work road was the only viable option and therefore the only one we were taught. You graduate and go to work till you are retirement age. I did and am doing that. But I think the COVID pandemic created a realism for many of us that the saying we’d heard many times as children “life is short” came true. After making what is known to be a taboo move because you are never to touch your retirement funds I took money out of my 401 k, I paid off my mortgage and much of my debt and have since shifted my thinking. I plan on retiring early and living off what I have.

[@introvert-and-dog]

This is so profound. Thank you.

[@robertaxyz]

Figure out your life, then fund your life 🌞 thanks for sharing!

[@JesusismyKingNL]

May God guide you and use you to help many🙏

[@WanderingMonk55]

I've been trying to figure out a way to have more freedom over the past few years. Have been working seasonally (at the Grand Canyon this summer), and planning to take half the year off and spend time in countries where cost of living is much cheaper. Last year spent a few months in Thailand, this year hoping to visit Philippines, Vietnam, and Taiwan. I've met a bunch of people in the seasonal work world who are doing something similar each year, and have inspired me and given me a lot of ideas. Great video, Tim. I appreciate your content! 👍👍

[@g.f.8249]

I needed to hear this today! These are my FYL days!

[@AcolyteBlaze]

Simple living is my mission. Thanks for sharing this perspective with other. Having nice things IS nice, but peace reigns supreme. Trust the process of simplifying life.

[@Sir-Kay]

Straight up talk, no lies! That's why I started my channel. You won't catch me dead at a 9-5 job.

[@AlamoCityCello]

Fantastic video Tim! You’re offering a blueprint for a happy life. Connecting the dots is something you’re good at.

[@nicktheavatar_]

I’m 26 years old, never had a full time job. Always had part time jobs and never got sold into the corporate life. Now I’ve been living/work trading in Hawaii for the past year and I decided I’m ready to start a new adventure. Guess who’s starting as a housekeeper (zero experience) in Yosemite National Park one month from now?? 🔥🔥 getting paid well and cheap employee housing!! Thank you Tim for inspiring me so much 🙏🏻 Btw: I have a bunch of debt racked up (from fun travels), but I at least love the free life that I live and I’ll eventually pay it off.

[@colesisler582]

Debt is a killer. The “I’ll eventually pay it off” mindset can get you in a lot of trouble, both in regards to your emotional well being, financial, and legally.

[@Erastoneus45]

Dawn, how you do you do it?

[@nicktheavatar_]

@@colesisler582 yup, it’s not the best mentality but it’s helping me live this life I want now!

[@kathynguyen5061]

Was thinking about this the entire day today

[@razbliss3367]

Teach!!!!!! Tim

[@timmy-dubs]

Preach!!! Reach!!!

[@lukemontana9860]

You are so right!!! I am actually in the process to dropping my work hours to 30 instead of 37.5 a week to do this exact thing!! Change my lifestyle. Because its killing me. Mentally and physically and ive had enough it is not making me happier with more money just makes you spend more for material things that you soon become ungratful for then the cycle repeats. Love your videos huge inspiration thank you. 🎉 From the UK, England

[@kaviding7551]

Real, Conscious Thoughts and Talk. New subscriber.

[@LakeiaCreates-2010]

You have such interesting perspectives. This makes a lot of sense! Thanks for sharing.

[@LizWeaverNZ]

Why aren't more people talking about this!! What a great message, thank you so much. This is Guna really help me work out my moves forward in life. Thank you.

[@Voltron21]

I lucked out and found a career i love and a job within that field where i work from home and get paid decent. I don't own a home but i don't have kids or a wife so I travel the world and see cool stuff, like the pyramids, and the city of prophets in Turkiye. Life stress free for the most part, so I wouldnt do it different.

[@nneewweellee]

It was a surprising insight for me that it's possible that my desired lifestyle can be even cheaper than the current one. It's actually a thing to think about for me, thank you!!

[@freethinker3083]

"It's all about getting to the bag and then if we got time left over we enjoy life but it's like, Why not set up an enjoyable life and then just figure out how much of the bag you need to keep living it." Spot on!

[@DivineUnderstanding888]

Im so glad you exist. You articulate exactly what I am thinking in my brain. Thank you for being a pioneer in your journey and creating this channel and spreading your message to show people there are other options and ways to live than what the mainstream tries to sell you.

[@bunnyisarider13]

Agree with many points - yes rethink the invisible treadmills, think about desired lifestyle, etc. I would also highlight the cost of living increases in the US you touched on bc it's a fundamental piece of this conversation. Structural change is essential to empower people to make the best decisions for themselves possible. Healthcare, housing, etc are human rights and in the case of healthcare should not be tied to employment. I have health conditions and need insurance. I also have a family. Many want to be near their communities. Rent is out of control, as is childcare, eldercare, etc. Debt is complicated bc it's not just people keeping up with the joneses tho that can be part of it...medical debt is one of the top reasons ppl file for bankruptcy in the US for example. In the case of the latter and related, debt represents needs that aren't being met by income. People should be able to afford an education if they want one and not have to go into debt for it. Student debt is an injustice. I have had mixed experiences with jobs I've worked bc I've been at the bottom of hierarchical workplaces where as a country, there is very little union representation and thus wages and benefits are suppressed. I have learned feeling meh or neutral about a workplace is fine, bc it's literally a means to and end and doesn't represent my life as a whole or identity. I actively decouple work from the rest of my life. Liking a job is cool, it just doesn't always work out that way. Actively hating a job can be a major health risk.

[@jennymonk4544]

Keep doing the work you do with your inspirational videos! I've enjoyed every single one! The motivational words you share are rubbing off on me. Hopefully, before this time next year I'll be living nomadically and a simpler life. Much love and may your journey be with the rhythm of the land beneath you. ❤

[@thetravelingmyfundsarelow1693]

Been following Timmy for a longtime, his walk in the woods talks are his best motivations and makes a lot of sense in a screwed up world 🌎….as always Tim, thank you, 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@TimothyWard]

I appreciate you staying around for so long!

[@MrsGigiMoore]

"And if I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not LOVE, I am NOTHING" 1 Corinthians 13:2 Ps: Timothy your smile is everything! Please do never lose it.

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you 😁

[@BoostedPastime]

Amen, preach it!

[@cedricstarks8691]

Tim my brother i been living this lifestyle for the last 5years. Blessings, my brother 💯 Saving your money in your younger life is the key. #57yearsyoung #retired #thankful #adventure

[@jas-n-motion]

My favorite new channel

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you!

[@UnseemlyGenie00]

Well Tim to tell you the truth I'm preparing for homelessness with my dog. My vehicle recently broke down and that was how I made money being a delivery driver. I've been putting in applications at places nearby but no luck. No friends and family isn't helping. Nowhere to go. Ive been selling off my items to try and make it another month. I can't give up though I have a son and dog to take care of. Going to try and get a car loan tomorrow if worst comes to worst I can live in the car.

[@jamesd1505]

At 46 I was still working 50hrs + per week and had enough.i switched careers to a warehouse manager and I make the same money 💰 with paid vacation n sick days. Here's my gain; I NOW WORK ONLY 30HRS. I TOOK BACK 1000HRS PER YEAR WHILE IKEEP THIS JOB. TO DO WHAT I WANT AND FOCUS RHAT TIME INTO MYSELF AND FUTURE. OH YEAH N I STOPPED WASTING MONEY. I HAVE MY HOME 🏡 AND A PAID OFF F-150. IM VERY GOOD WITH MY HANDS AND CAN FIX MANY THINGS INCLUDING MY HOME N TRUCK . WHY GIVE ALL MY LIFE WORKING CRAZY HOURS. TAKE THAT EXTRA TIME AND BUILD SOMETHING FOR YOURSELF. NOT YOUR EMPLOYER. 👍🏻😌🐻‍❄️

[@Jenny-h3u9c]

Love it! I wish more people thought like you.

[@PowerPlusNature]

Wow. Thank you so much. I got a life changing takeaway here. I didn't realize I really want to always live simply. I feel happier. It really is a relief knowing I don't have to kill myself for stuff I don't really want anyway. Lol

[@ChaiTogether]

Thanks for being consistent with your channel and sharing it all with us! 😊❤🎉

[@melvano4014]

I retired at 44. Social security dropping yearly when they give you best 35 years. I’m not sweating it.

[@motivationweightloss34]

God I’ve traveled to so many places and I’m so grateful I did that.