How to Start Your RV Life…Time is Ticking
Do You Want to Live Life to the Fullest?
Are you tired of saying “One day…?” Time is ticking, start your RV life.
In our situation, after spending all our free-time finding information related to the RV lifestyle, our dream to travel at our leisure, find new adventures, and create memories went on for 4 years. (Don’t get discouraged…read on.)
Arming ourselves with RVing knowledge, prepared, reassured, and gave us confidence time wasn’t wasted. But, the lesson here is don’t get caught up learning and get out on the road in whatever type of camper, pop-up, 5th wheel, pull behind, or van etc… sooner rather than later.
If we had it to do over again we wouldn’t have been perfectionist, thinking we couldn’t leave without certain items, or doubting ourselves that we weren’t prepared enough.
Why is Living Life on Your Terms Important?
Do you find yourself relating to any of these?
- Overworked
- Unappreciated
- Waiting for the weekend
- Monday blues
- I would leave my job but how will I pay my bills
- Are aware you work week after week and nothing changes
- Finding time to learn everything about RVing?
- Being exhausted
- Relax? What’s that?
Yep, we felt the same way. Something had to change but how do you make it happen when you’ve got bills to pay and other people depending on you?
There is more to life that waking up to groundhog day. Treading the hamster wheel of your 9 to 5.
We were tired of having other people tell us when, what time and where we needed to be, when to take vacation time, and not taking days off because we couldn’t afford to. In other words not living life on your own terms.
Sound familiar?
Our health, physical and mental was being tested daily. Living on a rollercoaster of emotions and caught up in day to day issues, week after week, month after month is no way to live. The trade-off from a stationary life to life on wheels in our experience, is well worth it, truth be told and with totally transparency, RV life is not always glamourous, there are challenges at times.
As you go through the motions to making your RV dream reality your whole outlook will change. You will take on a whole new perspective, and each week will not be such a strain when you believe in yourself and have an end goal. You will gain more confidence as you learn more about this amazing lifestyle. Only you have the power to change your stationary life to living in a home on wheels… and on your terms.
What’s Holding You Back?
Our largest hurdle was coming up with how we could afford this. While exploring our options as to how to sustain our life on wheels, we found there are many ways to have an income on the road with remote work, and work camping. Do you have the spirit of entrepreneurism to start an online business? Because who doesn’t want to make their own hours and have a flexible schedule?
The second-largest hurdle for us was downsizing from a 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Yep, first to admit I was guilty of “stuff-itis”, you wouldn’t think in the grand scheme of things this would be an issue, it turns out its quite a big one. In addition, it is emotional too!
Ultimately, to start to RV there are many milestones to complete, and can be stressful, RVing comes with a steep learning curve, but the good news is…
We did it, and you can too! (Yep, cliche but true)
It’s a Roadtrip Life was designed for you if you have the passion to start your RV life but not knowing how or where, and what steps to take.
Jackie N.
Why People Choose the RV Life
During our travels we asked fellow RVers why they chose this lifestyle, the answers cover a broad spectrum.
- Displaced because of COVID
- Tired of living to pay off material things
- Want to live a minimalist life
- Left a bad relationship
- Empty-nester
- Divorced
- Retired
- Seeking adventure
- Have a bucket list of places to visit, or things to do
- Photography
So the myth is busted… you don’t have to be retired or have a stash of cash like Scrooge McDuck to live happily on the road. These people are success stories, in other words you can make your situation one too.
How to Get Started with Your RV Life
Milestones!
To keep moving forward you will have milestones to complete, but you will see yourself gain more confidence as you conquer each one.
You’re in the right place!
Step 1. We invite you to sign up for our newsletter. Let us get to know each other. When you become part of our community (Roamies) you will gain a wealth of information on the RV lifestyle and FREE stuff to help you on your journey.
Step 2. Don’t let your doubts or fears get in your way – Because You can do this, we’re here for you.
Step 3. Start with brainstorming, make a list of all your questions and concerns. As a result, will find clarity on what you should learn next.
Step 4. Email your questions to us or let us know what you are struggling with along your journey. What’s your biggest hurdle? What are your greatest fears? What’s holding you back?
Our Approach to Helping You?
Our goal is to encourage, motivate, teach and guide our community, avoiding spending to much time on each of your milestones.
Are finances holding you back? We’ve got you covered with content on that too! We will show you resources for remote work, being a digital nomad or workamping to sustain your life on the road. Above all, we will show you why a plan is needed and the steps to execute moving forward.
In fact, with our content you will become better equipped to move forward, and reach a new level of excitement as you conquer each milestone.
We strive to help you lay a foundation from start to road.
It’s a Roadtrip Life
More to Think About
- How much does it cost to RV full-time?
- How do RVers afford to travel long-term?
- What type of camping should I choose?
- Can we live in a small space?
- How do we choose the right RV?
- Are there pet-friendly places?
- How do RVers take care of their pets?
- How do we downsize?
- Will we feel safe?
- We will miss our family and friends.
- What if we find we don’t like it?
Certainly, we will guide you to the answers to all these questions,
and so much more!
You may be interested in reading:
The Reality of RV Life: 9 Facts you don’t want to miss
7 Simple Steps to Planning Your First RV Road Trip
FAQ’s from Other Readers on this Topic
Final Thoughts
When you look at your current situation and have a strong desire for a life change, deciding to take action is the hardest part. The RV life is rewarding in so many ways and we hope to get to know you and help you along your journey.
Above all, take your first action step right now, you can sign up for our newsletter below to get started on your journey of freedom on the road sooner rather than later, time is ticking and you’ve already missed out on so much!
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