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By: admin

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:47:37 +0000

@ Megan- well said! I couldn’t agree more. Surrender is def the right word. It’s so hard to let go of our thoughts sometimes.

@ great question. Your guess is as good as mine. We’ll never know everything. That’s the beauty of it all.

@ Walter- thanks so much for the advice. It has been quite an adjustment living on the go. I am loving every minute of it. And like you mentioned setting some places you want to see and goals gives you some frame work, but then letting everything evolve from that is the fun part.

@ positively present- can’t wait to hear how it goes. Let me know what your experience is like!

@ Polina- that fact that you know what you want is invaluable. That’s the first step in making it happen. If you never define your dream life you’ll never be able to take the first steps in that direction. keep at it and keep me posted.

@ Elizabeth- i agree. My phrasing is too general here. I didn’t mean that everyone will want to do what we do. Some people don’t want to travel the world, but for those who do there is a way. I hope to inspire those who do want to live this life style. I think a lot of people just settle because it’s all they know. I want people to know that they can do whatever they dream. Thanks for your opinion!

@Rich- yes! Taking the positive out of every situation. It’s from the hard times in life that we decide to make massive change in a positive direction. Your story was a blessing in disguise for sure!

@ Rev- I am so glad my updates keep you inspired. Be sure to update me on your progress. i hope to see you out in the world soon

By: Raam Dev

Raam Dev — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 03:43:52 +0000

Living in the moment. That is the only *real* way to live. Daily routines make living in the moment almost dull — we already know, for the most part anyway, what the next moment, and the next hour, and even the next day will bring.

All of us can benefit by striving to live in the moment — to be conscious of each and every second as it goes by. Your new lifestyle makes it easier for you to really live each and every moment; I can only imagine what a freeing experience that must be. That’s such an incredible way to live!

What would I do if I started over? My dream has always been to live a mobile lifestyle and simply explore, discover, and learn from the world. I would spend 3 – 6 months at a time living in a place, getting to know the people, picking up the language, and making friends. I would work various odd jobs (maybe just in return for food/shelter) and learn, understand, and live the various lifestyles. I would write about my experiences on a blog and post photos.

It will happen. And I can feel the time nearing — it’s just not quite here yet. Your blog posts and twitter messages are like a little person in my head prodding me along, constantly reminding me what’s possible.

Thank you.

By: Rich Meadows

Rich Meadows — Fri, 29 May 2009 06:40:10 +0000

I agree there are some happy with what they are doing, some that want to change, but are too scared and some that make change in their lives. I on the other hand had change happen to me with my house burning down and losing my job. it enabled me to see he chance to travel as an option so off I set on a round the world trip. It was the best thing that could have happened to me. I love travel and after only being back three weeks I set off on a roadtrip across America. Sometimes you have to find the good out of the bad to see the opportunities in life. Happy travels Amber and enjoying your blog

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Thu, 28 May 2009 05:46:05 +0000

Found you through #LIP on Twitter.

Wonder about the phrasing of the question: “Because there will come a day when you decide you are unhappy in your given circumstances and that you want the hell out.”

Some people don’t want out of where they are; they were born into a place that suits them, and have a life/people around them that they wouldn’t think of leaving.

Then there are people like you & me. Change excites us even more than it scares us; the alternative is stagnation. So we plug our noses and jump. I’ve lived in a half-dozen countries, and still haven’t stopped. Each of them has honed my art and skills, and I wouldn’t have things any other way.

Different kinds of people make the world the wonderful place that it is: both the restless and the complacent have roles to play.

By: Polina

Polina — Wed, 27 May 2009 19:25:37 +0000

how deeply profound… just yesterday i was chatting with a friend of mine after a an easy catering event, contemplating what i would do with my life where i to get a chance to start over, or where i to become independently wealthy… the answer was absolutely clear to me – i would still cook, still be a chef!(besides traveling the world, of course) i wake up every morning, excited thinking about what i might be able to create today.. love the fact that my job gives me a chance to make people happy, brighten their day, bring a smile to their face! i consider myself lucky to have found my passion – so many people struggle to get here! and that is after i was going to go to law school and become a lawyer. thanks for a wonderful piece, Amber!

By: positively present

positively present — Wed, 27 May 2009 16:43:50 +0000

Wow, that is a great experiment! It’ll take me awhile to sort it all out, so I’m going to have to get back to you, but thanks for encouraging me to think differently. I think it’s always important to think about life from a different angle. I agree that possibilities can be both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, it’s wonderful to be free, to do whatever you please, but it’s also overwhelming when you’re not used to living that way.

By: Walter Heck

Walter Heck — Wed, 27 May 2009 16:09:34 +0000

Very recognisable post, haha.
Here’s what I did/do: I follow my heart, and the signs the universe (or whoever is in charge ) gives me. When I work, I focus on work. When I travel, I travel. Sometimes I combine the two.
The important part for me is: I sort of know where I want to be in the mid-to-long term. However, I don’t make any plans. Location independent life is just too erratic.
Right now, I’m in Costa Rica, healing my foot after I broke it. I know I have a flight back at the beginning of July to Europe. I know I can stay in my current location for at lest 2-3 more weeks. I have some ideas of what I want to do in the mean tie, but I don’t worry about it too much until teh time comes closer and I know what i want to do next. Usually something exciting comes up.

So, just pick some points in the next months where you know where you need to or want to be, and then let life fill in all the details. Works for me!

Good luck with your next life-phase. You’re in for quite a ride!

By: Jake

Jake — Wed, 27 May 2009 14:24:10 +0000

What is inside the center of sound ?

By: Megan "JoyGirl!" Bord

Megan "JoyGirl!" Bord — Wed, 27 May 2009 13:57:38 +0000

I loved this line, in particular, “Accepted what was happening. Accepted what is…what’s now. Clarity found me.” Wonderfully said. Surrender to the moment, and true joy blossoms. Our tiny minds cannot fathom the immense plans the Universe has for us. When we surrender to what is, we invite in eternity.