Van life

By Nomad - 28/02/2023 10:00

Today, and recently, I’ve been really big into van life and traveling. Until now, I thought my wife was onboard. After a long talk about how difficult it would be, she’s decided that she’d rather live paycheck to paycheck, instead of travel for super cheap and save money. On top of that, rent is going up in a few months. FML
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wiccaantje 21

Didn't they do a study about "small living", kind of like "van life", as in...small living space to save costs, optimized as **** for space. I think they actually included vehicle living space...but I'm not sure. Anyhow, the result was that 80% of the people returned back to normal living spaces within a year, regardless of how much it cost then to "go small". It's an extremely expensive mistake for a lot of people, people that chase the dream of less costs. It's a good thing your wife opted out before you spend money, because she was gonna quit anyway.

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vchan 20

One member of my family had the same problem. 1st (very long time) girlfriend left him and now he cannot keep a girl long term. Thing is : van life can be fine for holidays (max 15 days), but long term it is tiring. And the more compact the van, the bigger the problem. Bonus Tip: don’t think about long term van life as a couple if you snore.

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Anderling 32

So what exactly would your van life be if not living paycheck to paycheck but without an actual roof? Because from my perspective unless you’re planning on using remote access to work-from-van you’d still need to do chores in exchange for goods and services you need just like the rest of us, and gas doesn’t come cheap either.

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vchan 20

One member of my family had the same problem. 1st (very long time) girlfriend left him and now he cannot keep a girl long term. Thing is : van life can be fine for holidays (max 15 days), but long term it is tiring. And the more compact the van, the bigger the problem. Bonus Tip: don’t think about long term van life as a couple if you snore.

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Nikki 16

I’ve been doing van life for over two years now, it’s been the best decision I’ve ever made! Definitely not only good for max 15 days, unless you’ve lived this lifestyle maybe don’t try to deter someone who wants an adventure

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sirrubberduckie 35

You're doing it with a partner? Are you both saving lots of money?

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vchan 20

Let’s just agree on the fact that living in a very small space, in very close proximity and never in the same place (not trailer life but van life) is not for most people.

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wiccaantje 21

Didn't they do a study about "small living", kind of like "van life", as in...small living space to save costs, optimized as **** for space. I think they actually included vehicle living space...but I'm not sure. Anyhow, the result was that 80% of the people returned back to normal living spaces within a year, regardless of how much it cost then to "go small". It's an extremely expensive mistake for a lot of people, people that chase the dream of less costs. It's a good thing your wife opted out before you spend money, because she was gonna quit anyway.

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Hangryko 29

Keep pressing the issue and she will file for separation. Next thing you know, you're thrice divorced and will live in a van down by the river. By yourself. Is it really worth it?

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SirEnigM0nk 22

The late Chris Farley would approve of this PSA.

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tiptoppc 19

My wife loves that skit, but we all joke about the “I may not “wipe properly” or “own a toothbrush”” part because we know a horrendous slob and it’s become a running joke when referring to his hygiene and life choices (we don’t say it to his face, but it’s a family member we really don’t like)

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