Woman Living Off-Grid on a Remote Island - 2 Years in a Small Cabin
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4 місяці томуAmanda lives alone in an off-grid cabin on a remote island in British Columbia. She previously lived on a sailboat in Vancouver for 8 years and then headed North with her boat. She eventually wanted to move onto land because her dog Buttercup was getting older and after searching online, she connected with the owners of an island who were looking for a caretaker to keep an eye on things.
So for the past two years, Amanda has lived solo on the island (aside from a couple of months in the summer when the owners and cabin guests are visiting) and she has taken care of everything from splitting and stacking firewood, maintaining the lawn, running the generators, and a lot more! It's a big job and she does most of her caretaker tasks in the morning and in the afternoons she works remotely as a web designer. She also has a great UKposts channel that she uses to document her liveaboard and off-grid lifestyles.
You can follow and find out more about Amanda's off-grid island life here:
/ @amandaoffgrid
/ amandaoffgrid
/ amandaoffgrid
A huge thank you to Amanda, Lukáš, and the island owners for making this video happen!!
And a huge thank you to you for watching :) :)
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Additional footage provided by Amanda
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@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Thanks for watching! You can follow Amanda Off-Grid here: www.youtube.com/@AmandaOffGrid www.tiktok.com/@amandaoffgrid facebook.com/amandaoffgrid
@subhashnaidu6520 Місяць тому
❤❤❤from fiji island ❤❤❤
@personalitydevelopment740 26 днів тому
Fantastic, you are an amazing soul, self made woman, great inspiration
@alangeorge7347 5 днів тому
My wife and I are ready
@soonheaven Місяць тому
"I miss the smelly, trash filled streets, polluted air and water, lack of space, violence, drugs, crime, cops, noise, disrepect, neighbors, I would encounter in the city." Said no one ever.
@jamesrjohanniii774 10 днів тому
I do miss New York ! I never realized it until I read what you summed up so well !!👍🏽
@Michelle_Emm 4 місяці тому
I have so much admiration for people who are not afraid to step outside the box. Amazing woman, amazing life.
@stpeter2214 3 місяці тому
me too she rocks
@JuanBarberis 3 місяці тому
JUST do it!
@ShadaeCooper144 3 місяці тому
Its not stepping outside the box this is how our ancestors where living before all this technology. This is how we are suppose to live. Technology has done nothing but ruined everything and made people greedy n prideful.
@computerjantje 2 місяці тому
Maybe it is time for you to step out of the box if you admire it?
@Michelle_Emm 2 місяці тому
@computerjantje oh heavens no, I love my life in the subtropics surrounded by family, friends, beaches and rainforest. If there's one thing I've learnt as I've got older it's that just because something is beautiful/exciting etc doesn't mean I need to own it or do it. I can admire and appreciate and then move on.
@katoukanga9488 4 місяці тому
She's not lonely because she's in tuned with herself. The person you'll live with the most in your lifetime is yourself. So be your own best friend and you will never be lonely. She's rockin' that island life🙏💞
@lenorawadsworth5883 Місяць тому
So true
@user-ow3xu3go1g Місяць тому
I get hassled because I like being alone, it's peaceful and can get things done, not around bad people into my life.
@user-dt3og1wy8k Місяць тому
Walking thru Lyfe in Nature ❤with God❤No one is ever really alone😊
@ibringtherain7669 22 години тому
💯💯💯🙏
@hoosierbaddy3052 7 годин тому
@@user-ow3xu3go1g good for you! 👏 Doesn’t ultimately matter what others think about you. Let’s just say it’s none of our biz what folks think about us
@Albert-Mag... 2 місяці тому
I lived off the grid on my 20 acres with a small creek down the middle in the high mountains of BC Canada. for 20 years. with my wife and ended up with 4 children..The closest neighbour was about 5 miles away, down the valley..It was a wonderful way to live and raise a family..The kids are all in their late 20s and 30s now and Love the outdoors ..I put all their names on the deed and now I live Down near Vancouver BC..I'm 70 years old now and very content with the life I lived...God bless this spirited woman for having the will to live her life the way she loves... Wishing for worldwide peace...and hearts of love.....
@AmandaOffGrid 2 місяці тому
Amazing... lucky kids!!!
@Albert-Mag... 2 місяці тому
@@AmandaOffGrid Thanks Amanda...Yes. we ended up with 4 lovely kids by the time we figured out what was causing it......
@tico9861 Місяць тому
Generational wealth is ❤️
@LiveLifeLove63 28 днів тому
Amen
@TrappedInTheNorth 13 днів тому
Did you ever see Bigfoot ?
@mg4721 3 місяці тому
The older I get, the less I need others. Solitude is my favorite place. I used to run run run, in the city, now I have just about all I need in a small town. Crazy.
@hollamonE 4 місяці тому
Lonely is a state of mind. She is increasing her life expectancy and mental health wellness.
@joewoodchuck3824 4 місяці тому
Words of wisdom right there.
@robertmuckle2985 3 місяці тому
Having lived off grid for many years, I would tend to disagree. The data would show that a lack of regular health care, including dentistry will shorten ones life expectancy. Oftentimes a minor health issue will be 'toughed out' rather than addressed, which can lead to an exacerbated decline in overall health. This lifestyle appears (to the uninitiated) to be filled with endless days of serenity and solitude...whereas in reality, it's labour intensive, lonely, and extremely dangerous...and just staying warm is a full time occupatipn. I'd give most humans a month before they're desperate for takeout and a Starbucks😂
@Pomegranately_aha 3 місяці тому
Couldn't agree more , her life is healthy and wealthy.
@Lionforaday 3 місяці тому
Research suggests otherwise, showing that married people live longer. Nonetheless, I'd agree she seems to have carved-out a niche for herself and appears content.
@isabellejaubert-fried1622 3 місяці тому
@@robertmuckle2985 Starbucks and takeout with little exception are highly addictive laden in toxins 🤢🤮waste of time/money, so what was your point?
@svamberiv7999 4 місяці тому
What a great video. Nice to see our neighbor here. My husband and I live close by on our sailboat and it's been such a pleasure getting to know Amanda. Our boat lifestyle takes us to so many tiny communities and anchourages. It's nice to have a friend like Amanda in these communities when we find ourselves exploring or just getting out of the way of a storm. ❤
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
That is awesome! You live in such a beautiful part of the world. Thanks for checking out the video :)
@AmandaOffGrid 4 місяці тому
❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤
@dadejazzba402 4 місяці тому
@@AmandaOffGrid Hey...Amanda...hi
@AmandaOffGrid 2 місяці тому
👋@@dadejazzba402
@cyprus-selectestates День тому
@@AmandaOffGrid❤
@nicoleholst0612 4 місяці тому
Mad that no one told me this is a job at high school career day because this is the dream. Love it for her!
@Freedom-dq8rn Місяць тому
Right?
@christy76840 Місяць тому
I absolutely agree 💯. No one needs much to be happy. It's an egotistical issue that prevents ppl from living like this. The second I get enough money to buy/ or have made something like this, I'M GONE!
@AllTheHappySquirrels 16 днів тому
Same!
@Vantasticviews2 4 місяці тому
This young lady is hard worker living her best life. Go girl!
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
For sure it can't be easy doing all that work and the isolation is definitely not for everyone. She seems to be thriving in that type of lifestyle though! Thanks for your comment :)
@swoondrones 4 місяці тому
I totally get it! I have a third hero! Fabulous! And I'm the first person to comment?! Awesome!!! :-)
@72marshflower15 Місяць тому
It’s fun til you can’t leave when you want to. Work trade is usually a form of indentured servitude. Glad,it worked for her, though. There’s always exceptions.
@phantomreefer3684 Місяць тому
I spent 9 months alone in the Montana wilderness, it was the best time of my life.
@BabaZaynDiocious 2 місяці тому
She seems wonderfully detached from material possessions. What an inspiring arc.❤
@wildflowerwind6941 2 місяці тому
This woman is fearless. It takes a lot of courage to go out on your own.
@canders8779 Місяць тому
I had first discovered this gal when she was in my neck of the woods coming in on her zodiac for supplies. I was amazed that she was living on a small sail boat with such a large dog ! We are all so controlled by a fake concept called money and a world that is literally spinning out of control it's not going to affect this woman much. You simply can't put a price on what she has seen and experienced. Take good care everyone.
@sameguyagain 4 місяці тому
Most people Don't live their lives on their own terms. Amanda is NOT that person. She has the strength and will to live how and where she wants and is crushing it. Its amazing to witness true freedom.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@karinamartinez9441 4 місяці тому
Not having to depend on anything or anybody and still be happy shows how strong and golden her spirit is. The world needs more people with her mentality….
@MP-zf7kg 3 місяці тому
Good job of not overly romanticizing it. When you heat with wood or coal, it's constant work.
@user-sk7zc1fc5u Місяць тому
Move out in the rural mountain west and you can experience a lot of that kind of life.
@TonyRoberts45503 2 місяці тому
I just looked thru a few comments. Some of the first ones I will respond to. Like one person said you’re not off grid if you use a cell phone, another said you’re not off grid if you’re on UKposts. I guess more people should do some research on what off grid is. You live in the middle of nowhere and you supply your own power like wind or solar. You have no public utilities like water, gas, sewer or electric. There are many people that have UKposts channels that live off grid. Like when I camped in the Desert for 12 months in the middle of nowhere. Sure I had my cell phone I used wind and solar for power. I truly love that lifestyle. You are living my dream Amanda.
@bradbates2339 2 місяці тому
The independence needed for this is phenomenal. Truly takes someone special.
@user-sk7zc1fc5u Місяць тому
Some people just enjoy solitude. My wife died a year ago. My life of teaching in one-teacher schools and in the sticks were hard on her but not me. I grew up on an island. Lately friends thing I should be looking for a companion, but I'm happy the way I am and I don't think many women would like to live my back-to-the land lifestyle. I live 5 driving hours from the nearest interstate and 2 driving hours to the nearest Costco. But having traveled many times up the coast and seen so many of the BC coastal islands and the waterfalls and the animals and the orcas, I wished I could have spent time on the BC Coast. But I lived on the American San Juans which are an extension of the Canadian San Juans. We high school kids couldn't wait to get off the "rock", but now I am so glad I had that life and understand so well Amanda's life. Thanks, Amanda.
@wvusciguy 4 місяці тому
The owners of that island are lucky to have found someone for the job. Seems very busy.
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
It's true, they are lucky, Amanda seems like a hard worker that they can really count on! Thanks for watching :)
@zebaotelohim3768 Місяць тому
They certainly don't do any work themselves! Nobles or heirs... Expropriate immediately!
@soulvibrations111 Місяць тому
@@zebaotelohim3768 The owners actually own a business on Vancouver Island and work very hard.
@AllTheHappySquirrels 16 днів тому
If Amanda ever retires, I would love to take her place!
@soulvibrations111 14 днів тому
@@AllTheHappySquirrels It is a pretty great place, my son was caretaker there for two years prior to Amanda and I had the good fortune to visit a few times.
@sailingsitka 26 днів тому
Couldn’t agree more with Amanda. Buying a sailboat and moving on to her was the best decision I’ve ever made . Keep living life on your terms⛵️
@IslandKate 4 місяці тому
She's living my dream but I am nowhere near as capable as she is. Much respect ❤️
@AmandaOffGrid 4 місяці тому
yes you are!!!! ❤
@revdupartist9386 4 місяці тому
@@AmandaOffGrid Some folks are barred from this kind of life experience due to physical restrictions. I am one of them. I am on an ‘island’ of sorts & I’ve got my own version of bears and cougars. Thank God we both have the internet!!!
@patriciag.6395 4 місяці тому
@@AmandaOffGrid I am so sorry about Buttercup. This is a great video.
@AmandaOffGrid 2 місяці тому
Thank you 🧡 @@patriciag.6395
@bonniel3679 4 місяці тому
Just when I think you've shown us all the 'unique living/lifestyle situations' you bring us Amanda. What a strong, independent person who not only found the lifestyle she loves, but at a time in her life it was needed. She is a true Renaissance woman.
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Thanks so much for your comment! You're right, Amanda is indeed pretty awesome and we really enjoyed editing this video! Thanks for checking it out :)
@Starfish2145 4 місяці тому
An introverts dream.
@maggiesfarm7970 Місяць тому
That's me!
@silver_fox_4297 4 місяці тому
As a biologist, and vet tech, I must say that Amanda got my dream job :) I am loner and I love the outdoors. Awesome work Amanda!!!!! Thanks @exploringalternatives for interviewing Amanda! Now she got a new follower at her youtube channel :)
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Thanks so much, I'm happy you enjoyed Amanda's interview! We had a great time editing the video and telling her story :)
@designpropertyservices1232 4 місяці тому
Get out there and do it...live each day like your last day.
@Freedom-dq8rn Місяць тому
Oh my gosh girl. You are adorable. COURAGE, I wish I had had a wandering heart like yours, but more importantly, the COURAGE to follow your heart. I'm sorry for Buttercup's loss. I know the feeling, ... I don't think we ever get over the loss of beloved critters, we just get used to living without them. You're my hero.
@kencannuck 4 місяці тому
Somehow I lost track of you, Amanda. So glad you're back. Sorry to hear of the passing of your dog, Buttercup. She had a good life. Don't grieve. Till later. Keep well.
@usmcmma Місяць тому
I think those owners are lucky to have someone like her. It's gotta be tough to find someone you trust enough to take care of such a beautiful place.
@ciro8861 4 місяці тому
as isolated as she is, many people would argue that they live in new york or at one time me in dc, surrounded by millions of people and you still feel very very lonely. anyway, lovely vid
@finestliving7580 Місяць тому
Peace and solitude in a boat and living off-grid. Away from the tumult of the world. Thank you for this inspiring video.
@juliecreaser878 Місяць тому
I live a similar lifestyle in the Land of the Whispering Hills north Alberta. The longer I live this way ; which has been over two decades... The more I love it. I have often said.... I am alone [with my dogs MezmerEyes, Willow and MelyAnne my cats and forest friends ], I am not lonely.
@SoCalFreelance 4 місяці тому
Good honest work. The owners are lucky to have her. 👍
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Absolutely they are lucky to have her! Thanks for checking out this video 😁
@bonniel3679 4 місяці тому
It sounds like they are lucky to have found each other.
@garryhalim5460 27 днів тому
Does the owner pay salary to Her?
@kelleyhawk6595 4 місяці тому
An amazing beautiful young lady!!!! Hardworking while being rewarded with an incredible lifestyle!!!! Looking forward to following her journey!!!!
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy following Amanda's journey :)
@davidbuie3316 4 місяці тому
Fantastic to see Amanda get some exposure. If you go back to the beginning of her channel, her sailboat videos are wonderful.
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Thanks for checking out the video! And yes for sure, her channel is great, hope people go check it out :)
@greghall14 4 місяці тому
What an absolutely lovely lady, living out her dream.
@alingtham7998 Місяць тому
Living in solitude ,a choice of living by some,is calm,peace,freedom……Never Lonely 🥰
@RedHiker22 4 місяці тому
I’d love to do her job. I’ve had enough of noise pollution and the busy city life. Since Covid I’ve seen a major change in the way people behave. Anxiety levels are through the roof. I just want the simple peaceful lifestyle
@Joe-uv9jo Місяць тому
I've noticed that too. Seems like everyone is on edge, maybe covid just made people realise how depressing and awful the system is so now a lot of us are longing for a "simple" life.
@redheadedgypsy1939 4 місяці тому
I hope she gets another dog (or 2), best company. Love her story she is blessed beyond comparison. I live alone & love it. Solitude is freedom, you have to really enjoy your own company. Subscribed to her channel to follow her progress. Thanks for sharing
@d.e.7467 4 місяці тому
Two of the right kind of dogs could protect her and even themselves from the bears and cougars. Myself, I'd get about 10 dogs.😂
@user-sc9lr6kz8t 4 місяці тому
She definitely needs another big dog-or two.
@redheadedgypsy1939 4 місяці тому
@@d.e.7467 I used to have 20 dogs ( 4 inside, the rest outside) when I had a small ranchito on the border in California - BEST security system the world, also had a mean goose that would chance them around the ranch ha!!!
@andiaforbes8332 4 місяці тому
@@d.e.7467😅
@blackknite2436 Місяць тому
@@redheadedgypsy1939 😂 beware of goose 🦆 best security system ❤
@dodgeplow 4 місяці тому
Wood for 3 buildings and while still having to burn some during the summer? And you have to harvest it from the water? And you have to do the groundskeeping? Wow that's a lot of work.
@johninalaska9563 4 місяці тому
Hi Amanda, sorry I missed this video. I am so sorry about Buttercups passing she had been a very good companion to you. A lot of people don't understand people like us. We love living remote, we love doing for ourselves and enjoy the peace and quiet. I have been doing it for 76 years and would never trade this lifestyle for anything or any money. It's really good to hear from you and hope you get back to making more videos. What's your new companions name? Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and Happy belated Solstice
@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc Місяць тому
So perfect (imho) … she’s enjoying her life … all the while … helping others … it’s a win-win ❤ all the best to her !
@jangraham9868 4 місяці тому
Have missed seeing you Amanda, so sorry about Buttercup 😢
@SkyLight-cv7eb Місяць тому
She is living my dream life. It requires lot of courage and consistency which I lack. Wish her safe and best life always
@jmurry6695 2 місяці тому
"Amanda" is a Latin word in the passive perphrastic grammatical construction and is literally translated: "she who must be loved". This lady Amanda is a lovely, competent woman.
@SC-fk9nc 4 місяці тому
What a fantastic life in paradise! Good for you Amanda enjoy this lifetime opportunity! Sorry for the passing of your dog.
@heatherjorgensen1998 4 місяці тому
Loneliness is not a feeling that a person has to experience, it’s an agreed upon thing by some people, that’s all ☺️ Thank you for your lovely video!
@jayesh5131 4 місяці тому
Damn ,She is livin the dream 🫡🥺
@TravelSmallLiveBig 4 місяці тому
Very cool! I loved when she said, “living off grid teaches you to be aware of what you are consuming” - so true. Liveaboard sailor & RVer here. The packaging after a grocery run is insane…. She’s amazing.
@Contraster671 Місяць тому
Fantastic human being, thank you Amanda. You are a marvel.
@b8autifullif8 3 місяці тому
We, too, have a cabin in north BC, and we're the only ones there full year around, i actually split my time in the city, but my husband is retired, and he's here full time. He loves❤
@ExploringAlternatives 3 місяці тому
That sounds amazing, you live in a beautiful part of the world! Thanks for checking out the video :)
@txspacemom765 4 місяці тому
Awww Buttercup!
@gcxred4kat9 3 місяці тому
WOW, you're living my dream life Amanda!!! To anyone out there looking for a caretaker, I'm a 56 year old vet who's cut down hundreds of trees. Am in The Florida Native Plant Society and give foraging walks. Had rental property. Spent all my teenage years in Alaska, 3 in a log cabin. Can fix anything (was a jet mech in the navy)etc etc. My wife and I will plant you a food forest and manage it for you, just let us plop a tiny house in a remote corner of the property!
@carolewarner101 4 місяці тому
What a beautiful, peaceful life. I enjoy my solitude too. Much more now than when I was younger. Living and working out in Nature really feeds the soul...
@sharlenepage1572 2 місяці тому
I love her sense for freedom. Beautiful!
@howardsimpson489 Місяць тому
Hi, we lived off grid in the NZ bush. We had to start from scratch, build everything, home cabin, composting loos, solar and microhydro, regenerative gardens and fruit trees. After 20 years we were too old and tired. Do this while you are young with good eyesight and no health issues. Stuck in town now, doctor, super markets, power with just a switch, still preferred being in the bush.
@rhondamastropoalo2237 4 місяці тому
When your ready Amanda rescue,so many beautiful lonely animals at shelters. ✌️🤗
@95KIPPIE Місяць тому
You need to get another butter cup!!! Whether you’re a nomad or the quiet doesn’t make you lonely, it’s nice to have a companion, especially a four legged one!
@user-fg9vg5hr9x Місяць тому
Amanda made the right call. Me and my family did the same thing back in 2008.
@cathylynnpietranton 4 місяці тому
Wow she seems to enjoy this life style and is happy. A friend of mine told me once just because I live alone does not mean I'm lonely. Some people enjoy their own company. I'm happy for her. Thank you Matt and Danielle for sharing her story ❤❤❤
@bsmartcoaching 4 місяці тому
She is a brave and unique person. I love this...not many people can say, "I can't even tell you the number of times I've walked outside, gone around the side of my cabin, and looked up and there's a bear right there...so that's a bit of a challenge." I love nature and the outdoors but bears and cougars by myself- oh my! I love her spirit!
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Totally agree! Amanda is a pretty impressive person! Thanks for checking out the video and for your comment :)
@mildredmorine745 4 місяці тому
I live on my own on a mountain by a lake surrounded by woods, have bears, foxes, coyotes, Bob cats, beavers, eagles, ducks, loons, etc. I love my life. I do all my work inside , out. I have to stack wood, have two large lots I now with a push mower for exercise. I clean my own wood stove, pipe out, shovel snow, etc. I love my life, never get lonely, depressed. I live my life doing what makes me happy, that is the secret, do what makes you happy no matter what any one thinks because its your life to live as you see fit. I think to many people live their lives to please others. I don't believe in controlling, there is no way I would allow another person to control me. I have to feel free, freedom is the only way to go with me. There are more people taking to this kind of living. I certainly admire Amanda, I can relate to her way of living. She has that beautiful boat, she is one remarkable woman that I am sure of.
@AmandaOffGrid 2 місяці тому
🧡 @@mildredmorine745
@BeeKay4444 4 місяці тому
This would be a dream scenario for me. Love the ocean and BC. I am at peace in my own company and would love this place. Stay safe out there lovely and know so many of us are living vicariously through you. 😂😊
@fredhoy6697 4 місяці тому
I could very easily see me living this lifestyle. I admire her for her spirit and getting it done attitude.ni especially liked the method of log retrieval.
@lovinYah838 4 місяці тому
Awww we love Amanda!❤ And we're so sorry about Buttercup! 😢 Looking forward to Amanda's next video!
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Us too! We also look forward to Amanda's next video! Thanks for watching :)
@user-vn3cv3py1n Місяць тому
So inspiring this young lady, I really admire her lifestyle. Sorry to here about Buttercup Amanda :(
@Automedon2 18 днів тому
I once asked a therapist if it was strange that I'm always alone but never lonely. He said he thinks it's definite personality type and the people who go against their nature to force themselves into social lives are those who suffer severe depression. Some of us, for whatever reason, are meant to be alone. Congratulations to this woman for having found her place.
@vanzchristian2024 3 місяці тому
That's amazing. She's clearly enjoying it. I'm an introvert and would love to live like this
@melodymadara1269 2 місяці тому
I love her way of living. Being alone is not lonely
@LiveLifeLove63 28 днів тому
You are so Blessed to have this opportunity! I Pray everyday for a gig/house like that! The work keeps you spry! 💚
@williamhilinsky1327 3 місяці тому
I’d love to see her get a new dog. They’re the best friends and provide unconditional love and companionship. I’m going to check out her channel, the older I get the more this way of life appeals to me.
@belindaknowles7440 4 місяці тому
What an amazing place to live❤️
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
It does look absolutely beautiful!!
@GDuncan8002 3 місяці тому
What a privilege to live in such a place.
@AnnYoung-hf9oo 14 днів тому
What a life..... nothing beats beauty, solidarity and being your own self in an idyllic location.
@mariarohmer2374 28 днів тому
I've found it's people who can enjoy their own company without fretting about loneliness are the ones who know true peace. Throw in a lot of nature and you have bliss. Awesome.
@dirceuvaladas9490 2 місяці тому
This girl is so nice. I bet she's living her best life❤
@nicolelafontaine1720 4 місяці тому
You must feel so connected to nature, it is beautiful !
@rosaan-tb6dd 4 місяці тому
She looks so happy. I'm jealousy of her beautiful life.
@xveganx 4 місяці тому
This video is meditation
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Thanks so much! We really took our time to edit this video and tried to incorporate subtle sounds for her environment. Happy you found it meditative :)
@tlee4218 4 місяці тому
What a useful human life. Love it. To be alone with a purpose in a beautiful natural place. Wow Even the danger is invigorating bc it makes you more aware of every moment..cannot rush, must notice it all.. I hope you find another dog or one finds you. Unconditionally sharing life and love with a dog will keep your heart strong. x
@The-Day-Off 4 місяці тому
I don’t know how these people find these lifestyles but dang I want it 😂
@CosmicStrain 4 місяці тому
I know right!? Like how do I sign up for this?
@vicsaul5459 2 місяці тому
Called the neighbors, came the next day . ❤ this girl
@MichaelStask 4 місяці тому
Wonderful story. Thank you for sharing. I fully agree that off grid living makes you look at what you use whether it’s water or other. Stay safe and keep up the great work.
@user-mb5sk9gm4l Місяць тому
Bravo! You are a tough lady, and I wish all the best for you and your future. I'm so sorry your dogs life ended. I believe we only change form, and your dog is now light energy, but still very much around you. Much love and light, Miriah
@AmandaOffGrid Місяць тому
I love that, thank you. I love thinking of Buttercup as 'light energy' around me ❤❤
@toriarose Місяць тому
She's an amazing woman. And very lucky to be living the life of her dreams. Regarding the lonely thing, same. I don't understand people that feel lonely or bored. They just don't see the magic of this reality, of Nature, of themselves.
@gregoryjackson4604 Місяць тому
You don't get lonely because of all the nature around you and all the work you are doing. What an amazing job , What a dream job!
@bellbalace 4 місяці тому
So sorry to hear about your dog…RIP Buttercup 🙏🏼❤️
@robcordts1976 4 місяці тому
Amanda is living her life!
@noemisolano4748 3 місяці тому
I agree with Amanda when she said she probably got burnt out when she lived in Vancouver. I got burnt out from toxic coworkers and a busy hectic life. Amanda's life is a similar life I would like to live. I'm getting older and I want to live a calm peaceful life.
@wendyeskelin8765 9 днів тому
What a blessing for Amanda and the owners. A nice quiet place to live for Amanda and peace of mind that someone is looking after their place for the owner.
@CMenzy 4 місяці тому
To live on a an island in middle of nowhere is my Dream
@simplysimple7628 3 місяці тому
With how the world is today, living this way is considered weird for most. How materialistic and extroverted the world is, is the reason behind it. People can’t keep still. For me, this is the life. Working the land and enjoying peace and quiet is an absolute privilege and a necessity in my opinion. Truly challenges you. The mental therapy is mandatory. Love this. Much respect and admiration for this woman.🙏🏼❤️🤙🏼✊🏼
@berndtherrenvolk1951 Місяць тому
She kayaks out into the water to get most of her firewood from downed trees floating by. Pounds a staple into the tree and "kayaks it" back to short, drags it up the bank, chainsaws it, splits it, and then delivers it to the various structures. That alone is a solid workout on a regular basis.
@ottifantiwaalkes9289 3 місяці тому
solitude is not beeing lonely. She does not live alone but simply just has more distance to the nearest neighbor. That's a good thing.
@maryfolks9368 4 місяці тому
Wow just wow! It takes a special kind of woman to live like she does. She's a hero to me because i would love to do this a few months a year. Im so happy she has no regrets, how amazing is that?! Great video 😊
@claudiaweber7011 4 місяці тому
I sure hope you periodically sweep your wood stove chimney, fires can burn out of control in the pipe. This woman is awesome!
@bonnies9861 4 місяці тому
What a truly amazing woman you are ~ I can feel your peacefulness coming through this video, what a grand life you are living for yourself. Talk about strong - my goodness, it is quite impressive watching all the work you do lifting and splitting logs!! WOW! Sending you light, love, peace, joy and abundance always. I love you.
@suchismitasatapathy5495 Місяць тому
8 years, living in a boat, that too by yourself is a huge thing. I wish I could live that way some day too.
@rollandjoeseph 4 місяці тому
Wow, what a nice , beautiful life Amanda has, i too prefer a nomad style peaceful life without the noise and distractions . Stay safe and happy Amanda!🙂✌️
@mysbhyv1707 4 місяці тому
What a serenity-filled and full life to live ❤ Thanks for sharing 😀
@ExploringAlternatives 4 місяці тому
Glad you enjoyed it!
@AbdulAkrami-fs6cv 3 місяці тому
Not many people understand to connect with nature and be part of it. She is talking to nature and follows the rules and balances with the challenges everyday day. She is very busy . She never gets bored. I wish her all the best and thanks for the sharing. I hope I haven’t done any mistakes, because I’m practicing my English.🙏
@Peacetothepeople65 Місяць тому
I've lived in a cabin in the woods for 40 years and never get lonely.
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