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hinterland
Explorer
Feb 10, 2016

Downsizing & Minimalism for the RV Life

We are in our first winter of RV life in Canada.
Looking back and reflecting on the whole downsizing and simplifying process, we realize that we have no regrets in choosing the full time life.

Even with the Canadian Winters, we are living in freedom and so happy to be able to share in the Full Time Lifestyle with others.

You may be interested in our latest video, "after almost 60 years collecting stuff" Minimalism for the Full Time RV Life.

We are just one couple among many other full timers.

YouTube Video - our thoughts on letting go of our stuff after almost 60 years
  • hinterland's avatar
    hinterland
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2016
    scbwr wrote:
    gbopp wrote:
    Thanks. It's amazing how much stuff you can accumulate over the years. :E
    We're slowly eliminating our stuff. Unfortunately we probably will never full-time.
    Thanks for sharing.


    Having moved into a smaller home with no basement in a 55+ community, we have gotten rid of a lot of stuff and we're still in the process. At the same time, we've adapted to a smaller trailer but manage quite well when we take longer trips. Happiness doesn't require having tons of stuff...it's what you do and the experiences you have.


    You are so right, every time I'm tempted to buy something, I think of that!
  • hinterland's avatar
    hinterland
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2016
    gbopp wrote:
    scbwr wrote:
    Happiness doesn't require having tons of stuff...

    You are absolutely correct! Actually, I think having too much stuff is depressing.


    I couldn't agree more, anxiety can really amp up when you have lots of stuff to worry about.
  • hinterland's avatar
    hinterland
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2016
    gbopp wrote:
    Thanks. It's amazing how much stuff you can accumulate over the years. :E
    We're slowly eliminating our stuff. Unfortunately we probably will never full-time.
    Thanks for sharing.


    You don't have to RV to find value in simplifying life. Looks like you are already on the right path. Thanks for the reply
  • mockturtle's avatar
    mockturtle
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2016
    Not able to watch your video (data crunch) but I can confirm that you can live with a minimum of 'stuff'. As I go along I find I get rid of more things than I acquire. :)
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2016
    scbwr wrote:
    Happiness doesn't require having tons of stuff...

    You are absolutely correct! Actually, I think having too much stuff is depressing.
  • scbwr's avatar
    scbwr
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2016
    gbopp wrote:
    Thanks. It's amazing how much stuff you can accumulate over the years. :E
    We're slowly eliminating our stuff. Unfortunately we probably will never full-time.
    Thanks for sharing.


    Having moved into a smaller home with no basement in a 55+ community, we have gotten rid of a lot of stuff and we're still in the process. At the same time, we've adapted to a smaller trailer but manage quite well when we take longer trips. Happiness doesn't require having tons of stuff...it's what you do and the experiences you have.
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2016
    Thanks. It's amazing how much stuff you can accumulate over the years. :E
    We're slowly eliminating our stuff. Unfortunately we probably will never full-time.
    Thanks for sharing.

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