Is Living Plan-Free in Thailand a Mistake?
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- čas přidán 15. 08. 2023
- Welcome back to my channel, today, we're tackling a topic that's been on my mind ever since I embarked on this incredible journey - Is living in Thailand long-term under 50 and before retirement a genius move or just a risky gamble? 🤔 Let's break it down and get real about this life-changing decision!
You guys know me - I'm not your typical 9-to-5 desk jockey, and I'm definitely not banking on a massive pension to swoop in when I hit the golden years!. Nope, I'm the kind of person who believes in living life on my own terms. So, I took that leap of faith, packed my bags, and set my sights on the land of Thailand!
That's the reality I've chosen for myself - a life filled with unforgettable experiences, new friendships, and endless opportunities for personal growth. Okay, let's address the elephant in the room - the skeptics who might think that living it up in Thailand before retirement age is just a reckless move and i can see that also. I don’t have any plan or direction in the future, but i’m at a stage in life where i’m happy with that, the unknown.
Let talk……
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42. Been living in CM working as a teacher for the past 6yrs. Only planned on staying 9 months or so. Married now. Have 1.9 yr old son. I've lost out financially by living here, but no amount of money could replace the experiences I've had living here for 6 years. Cheers.
Great to hear this Jim, thanks for sharing! Sounds like life is good mate. You're spot on saying "No amount of money could replace the experiences" Cheers.
Chiangmai takes some beating always enjoy my time there
Hey buddy. Thinking about coming to Chiang Mai to teach. Wondering if there are part time opportunities in Thailand.
You are winning at life Wayne. I was making a 6 figure salary in the UK 'in the matrix' focused on my career and 'progressing'- new house, new lease car, ibiza holidays etc.... working long hours and living for the weekend. Thanks to your videos I was inspired to simplify my life and live frugally in Thailand enjoying nature and relaxing. Guess what? I am much happier here and have no desire to go back to the rat race.
Hey Ross, thanks for sharing this mate. Yes, I'm happy in life and I don't care about tomorrow as much as I use to. Not sure if that's because I'm in Asia or what, but I'm all good. Glad to hear you made the right decision. Thanks man
Life is short. Do what makes you happy. Winging it is the fun part!
Yes Shane, all about keeping it fun mate.
Mixed feelings. On one hand I find your decision to live the way you do inspiring. On the other hand, you do have to keep your future well being in mind. If your financial situation is one where you will have enough income to sustain yourself even minimally in the future then I say keep doing what you love. Money isn’t everything and freedom is priceless. Take it easy, mate.
Yes, it's a 50/50 balance, I suppose a bit of both would be the answer. Go with the flow but have some sort of plan. As long as I'm happy, I'm all good. Cheers Earl.
Being 70 and broke in Thailand is probably not much fun, but the same could happen back home in the UK and that life would be even worse. I think you're doing just fine, enjoying life for what it is. If you can retire early, great. If you can't, there's nothing wrong with doing a bit of work to keep a roof over your head. There are always new opportunities to be seized
That's right, 70 a broke anywhere can't be good but I'd much rather here. Thanks
Only you can choose always people can comment which you leave yourself open too. Stay healthy happy a good self sufficient women might be nice to share your simple journey.
Wish you nothing but the very best and absolutely no judgement.
I watched your show from the states for several years, amongst other YT bloggers in TH and it took me a few years to make the move. I knew it was the best thing for me and watching your show brought back all the good memories from being in Thailand. Now I'm opening up my own business here and excited for the next chapter. The west doesn't want you to know that living abroad is alot less stressful than these over packed big cities.
Hey Steven, this is great to hear mate. Sounds like life is good for you . Making the move was the best thing I've done. 👌👌
Another great vlog, Wayne. I think you’re a pioneer! Things have changed. People even in their 20s and 30s are not only questioning things but they’re acting on them, moving to another country and taking risks because the “old” ways don’t make sense anymore. And technology allows them to make some money remotely. Only time will tell if it will work out. I’m Thai, 57, been living in the US for over 40 years and I’ll be slowly moving back as well. I”m glad you’re there sending us these vlogs so we can see what’s happening in CM in real time. Keep going for as long as it makes you happy 😊. Cheers 😊!!
Hey Jim, thanks for the great comment mate. Life is good and the show goes on buddy 👍
This is the video I’ve been needing to see. Thanks for this!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the Green Tea 🙏
Wayne, all I can say is you seem happier and more content then 99% of the people that I encounter every day. How you're achieving that doesn't really matter, it's the results that count. How many people are spending their lives slaving away to achieve a "dream" that society says they should have, which btw is becoming almost impossible to achieve these days anyway. I've been watching your videos since the very beginning. You are truly inspiring to me because I see myself in you. A simple guy wanting a simple life, and just to be free and happy. Your channel is one of the most authentic out there. I am currently working on building my nest egg to move to Thailand, mostly because I don't want to ever have to return to the US. Having the courage to do what makes you happy takes guts and might not always be easy but I can't think of anything more rewarding.
Shane, thank you so much for liking the channel, much appreciated 🙏. Sounds like you have a good plan and hope you can make the move over here soon. I'm happy living a simple life and don't have any plans to go back to my old life. Thanks again buddy 👍
I’m envious of your lifestyle because I’m a similar age to you, I’m 49.
I did everything I was supposed to; studied, worked hard, found a woman to share my life with, had kids and as some would say, living a life of quiet desperation.…then there was a breakup, and that’s when my life ended and it became the life of my ex to toy with. Mental games ensued and felt like I was being held ransom with emotional blackmail for 18 years and watched my life pass one miserable day at a time while my ex took great glee in making anything and everything as difficult for me as possible.
Only recently (in the last year or two) have the child maintenance payments ended and I’ve had a bit more money in my pocket, but now I find that no matter how much I’m earning, it’s only just enough to get by. I worry that if I continue like I am, days will turn into weeks, which will turn into months and years, and before I know it I’ll either be too old to travel and six feet under.
In hindsight I wish I threw caution to the wind when I was younger, wasn’t so responsible, and lived my life.
Hi Paul, thanks for sharing your journey. Yes, it can be tough mate and it seems like you had a lot more responsibilities than me. The best thing I ever done was booking that one way ticket. I really hope things workout for you and you can take the leap and do some traveling soon.
Take care mate and keep that travel dream alive.
I went Thailand aged 29 and went back 40 times. Lived it large and blew a fortune. Now I'm 63 not working and broke. Big regrets now. Wish I'd just gone 20 times now. Anyway I'm coming back in 3 years to retire so all will be good in the end
I just had a mate over that also blew a fortune, I have a video on it soon.
You found what your meant to do Wayne and that's why you enjoy it and most of all your good at it.I wouldnt know how to woffle on to a camera,but you do it in the way your talking to each and every one of us from across the bar ,and with ease.I mean that in a good way.If viewers want to check an area out,no matter where,then your the man.Just ask Wayne
Thank you! Great comment to read. The camera starts to become a friend. I never feel alone with the camera. Thanks again.
Glad I come across this I can relate. Thanks Wayne! I am 30yo from Melbourne Australia and I just want out. Just did 1 month in Bali and can never look at life here the same. Just love the Asian way of life so simple and laid back. Have been seriously unhappy here for years.
Getting a lot of pressure from family and friends to do the standard life here work 9-5, get married, have kids and just have 4 weeks holiday a year. But I just can’t see myself doing it.
Fortunately I’ve worked hard since high school and invested in real estate young so got a good chunk of money to support me.
Guess the only thing holding me back is feeling like I’m wasting time by going over there and not growing my wealth anymore. But what for at the end of the day to buy an overpriced house somewhere I don’t want to be.
Looking at going over there for 3-6 months now and see where it takes me!
Thank you for sharing this buddy, it sounds similar to me before I purchased my one way ticket. Yes, come over for a few months and give it a try long term. I hope it all works out well for you mate 👍
I’m 60. Well done for giving it a go Wayne, better than regretting not giving your dreams a chance or leaving things to late. Also you previously mentioned you suffer procrastination,much like myself, so more reason to step into the unknown.
Thank you mate
Enjoyed that Wayne, great vlog, cheers.
Thanks buddy 🙂
I moved here at 23 and that was 46 years ago. No plans but started saving and investing very young and lived off whatever I made working here. With the right mindset it is possible.
Thanks for sharing mate 👍
yes mate…. done with it…. trying top plans into motion…. soon. thanks for your chat…. !! can relate and reasuuring
Nice one buddy! Hope you can make the move soon.
Hi Wayne, you're living the dream man. A ton of people would be happy to be in your shoes. Enjoy life, it's too short.
Thanks Phill buddy 👍
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GOOD FOR YOU WAYNE! ENJOY YOUR LIFE!
Thanks Charles 👍
Most interesting people I have ever known are winging it as you say. No set plan is a plan. You are doing great!!!!
Yes, I think you really find out about yourself when winging it. Cheers man
Good day Wayne, with your mindset set, everything will work fine .....Dont worry ,just live your current live ,while think will unfold in you favor, when you expecting least and at the righ time......
Thank you 🙏
Wasted life? I think it's ok to ask yourself once in a while to remind that we are still on the right track. Since I lost everyone in my life, it is so difficult to make every decision alone. However, I think trusting the gut feeling is fine with me so far. 😂 Enjoy life while you can. 🏖😄
Great comment Tracy. I've always been rubbish as making decisions but getting on that plane with a one way ticket was the best decision I ever done. Thanks.
There are no rules so do what you are happy doing and let everyone else worry about themselves!
Enjoy your chats!
I just moved here and just enjoying each day.
That's right! Gotta do what makes you happy. Thank you! Hope ;ice is good for you here.
Good on you Wayne. Choice is yours man, that simple. If you're happy, then so be it. 🙏
Nice one Mark 👌🏻
I came to Thailand without any real plan in 2005 aged 49 and still here at 67. I knew the money would eventually run out without a job or some form of income. Fortunately, at 55 my pension came to rescue and at 66 the UK state pension. Now financially secure with no debts and more income than expenditure.
The greatest benefit of living in Thailand, as I have experienced it is not having to go to work. Each day is your own, make of it what you want. 👍😎
Great to read your story! Thailand life sure does beat a 9 to 5.
Keep doing what doing, all the time it’s working for you it’s worth it.
Don’t fix it if it ain’t broken 🙏
Thanks buddy 👌
I worked like a dog since the age of 15. I retired in Thailand in 2012 but an aging parent required my attention. So I went back to the states and I went back to work and after my parent passed I began planning again for retirement. My new date for my second retirement is 2027 and then it is back to Asia for good. Wayne you should enjoy Thailand while you are young and then make a plan for your regular retirement in the future. I enjoy your videos so keep up the good work mate.
Thanks so much for sharing this buddy! 2027 will soon come and you'll be living the good life again. Sorry to hear about your parent. Thanks for liking the vlogs, much appreciated.
Where problems can set in is if you have responsibilities for other people like a partner and children. Even so there are people in this position that still do it. If you are single your options change because you get to decide everything, like you can sleep on the beach and eat rice and bananas but you couldn't do that with 3 kids! I had material comforts but after travelling for years I found I was coming to Thailand with only carry on luggage, then I realised all my things at home weren't part of my day to day existence. Everyone has their own story and needs and for me like you freedom to make choices is the most important thing to me. I just don't want to die owning lots of things and being a slave to them to the end.
Yes, that true, I've been able to do this because I don't have any responsibilities. It's hard if you have a family and kids. I'm the same with all the belongings, the moment I got rid of all the crap I didn't need, I was happier. Thanks 👍
I am under 50, I love Chaing Mai and will be back. I have done the grind and finally seeing the end of the grind. That is how the grind gets you as you always have the next obligation putting your plans for yourself 2nd to the rest of the world. You do you and if you happy you are winning.
That's great Matthew, sounds like your almost ready to live that good life . Keep that dream alive buddy 👍
Strive to be different! Great job Wayne, keep it up! ; )
Thanks 👍👍
Wayne, you are like the Fonz on Happy Days, brother. A cool rebel. Living on the edge, brother, yes, it has certain risks for sure, but I sense that you are more alive and thankful than the "responsible" people doing all the "right" things until they suddenly come face to face with the grim reaper and realize that they never really lived. Big fan and pulling for you, mate.
Thank you mate! Just call me Fonzy 🤣🤣
You are living ya best life mate...... and as long as you are happy, that really is all that matters....life is short, live it
Happy Days mate! Life is good.
Just came across your videos - great btw.
I used to visit Thailand every year for a month with plans to retire in CM in 2020.
Then came covid with all the restrictions and 4 years passed and I was unable to revisit for one reason or another - life!
However, I've made it and now currently in Thailand 😊 (Samui) on a 3 month visa to see if its still for me and on day one I already knew it was 😊
I will be heading to CM shortly for approx 7 weeks to look at areas to live for when i apply for a retirement visa.
I'm a young 54, not rich at all but worked hard all my life and saved wisely to live my dream.
Lives too short, you never know what's round the corner and the UK is finished as a country.
I will check your other video's out to see a decent place to stay for a couple of weeks as my usual place closed due to covid 😔
Hi, firstly, thanks for liking the videos, much appreciated. Great news to hear you've returned to Thailand. Hope life In Koh Samui is good. Welcome to Chiang Mai in 7 weeks. Thanks again.
I can see only positives in your life choice Wayne . We are so conditioned to conform it's hard to break the mould .
Accepted you have to be careful & budget wisely , but you are able to enjoy what life has to offer when you are fit & full of drive . So many leave it until their mobility & once held aspirations of adventure are sadly beyond their years .
My regret in life will be " I wish I had done this sooner "
That's right Paul, in hindsight I wish I done it even earlier than I did .
Love watching your videos. You are very authentic which is very rare. If from uk worth checking your NI contributions for state pension. Believe can backdate. Do what makes you happy but also have to think about future and income. Only get one life. Enjoy.
Thanks so much for liking the videos, much appreciated. Yes, I keep a close eye on my contributions online. I've done a booster back date before, many years ago. Thanks
Wayne mate, which is more important, working in the "Ratrace" and stressing daily or living the dream and being relaxed whether it's in Chiang Mai or anywhere else? I'm sure that you know the answer to that one. There are countless people in the world that would do what you have done if only they had the guts to do it. Dont keep analysing just enjoy yourself knowing that you are happy and the envy of many, many people. Thanks for all the wondrful vlogs over the years and looking forward to many more from you. We are visiting again in 8 weeks time ( Not that I am counting)😀. Alan and Lillian in OZ
Chiang Mai wins every time 👍 thanks guys
You can live like this because you know if it all goes wrong you can come back to England, sign on the dole and have the NHS look after you. You won't starve. It's a safety net you have that many others don't. I say keep doing what you're doing if it makes you happy in the moment but keeping in mind old age or future infirmities. Happy travels .
I never thought of that really mate. I can do this because I worked my butt off back home and saved every penny. It's enough but nothing like have a big pension or big life savings. I just took the leap with what I had and made it work. I'm in the right place , I couldn't imagine being back home, don't think I'd fit back into that life. Cheers mate.
Keep doing what you do, enjoy simple videos
Thanks man.
Not under 50 (I’m 70). You are DEFINITELY winning at life by being here. For all I now have and have seen in my 70 years I can honestly say living here with absolutely no plans is MY idea of paradise!!! Been here going on 8 years and wake up each and every day KNOWING this is as close to paradise on earth as you can get. I am fortunate to have the ability to live well anywhere but I would live HERE in a dam hostel if I had to. My friend you HAVE won at life - just enjoy each day for what it is whatever comes your way. The future will take care of itself regardless of how the “think” you can guide it. Just relax, breath and enjoy the hell out of this paradise!!!
That's the way mate, just go for it and live life. I'll think about tomorrow when I get there . Thanks 🙏🙏
Hey Wayne one suggestion I would say is to learn more and more about a skill/trade that you still can do, it would give you satisfaction and expand your line of work.
Luckily I have some online skills mate 👍
I am 66 now. Back in my Kate 40’s I lost my husband and left for a 9 month uncharted, unplanned trip with four young ones. I say you are brave! Life is about being happy nothing more.
Live cheap go far! Hope to meet you as I am closer to just, FOK IT and JUST DO IT!
That's the way!! 👌👌
I don't think anyone could call you a dosser, Wayne. Your videos are always entertaining and informative...and also seem to be well edited.
It's clear you have found a worthwhile niche you can make something of. What's more, you don't appear to have extravagant tastes and avoiding extravagance is another thing that needs planning 😂
Thank you Michael, yes a simple life doesn't need much in planning. Simple routine and not to complicated. Thanks again mate.
Sometimes you need to get lost to find yourself ...
. Happy to share a few thoughts with you off-line, early October 2023 , see you in person soon Bro ..
Nice one buddy! Hope to see you around Chiang Mai 👍
No regrets man, no regrets!!!!!🥰
No regrets 👍
Wayne, I think it is wonderful what you are doing! Life is too short. If you can do it, good on you! And you're young enough, you could always go back for a while. If I felt comfortable, I would retire this minute. I am 56, and the clock is ticking. I also don't seem to fit the mold. I lived in Asia for quite a few years as a kid. I came back to Asia to live and work when I graduated school. Then I was convinced by my family that I should move back to the US and develop 'roots'. Well, it really didn't work for me. About seven years ago, I realized that I could just sort of float along the river of life and be alright, or I could take a risk and move back overseas. This time I moved to Europe, but kept up the grind. I really wanted it all, but now I am just tired of it, and am trying to build up the funds to move permanently (probably to Chiang Mai). My problem is that I am probably at the age that if I try to live there for three years or so, and try to come back to another well-paying job, I probably won't be able to get one at that age. Of course, one can always find something. I really wanted to have something that bring in a little income stream on the side, and I had thought of doing a VLOG like you. I've been hearing recently that that might not be possible on a retirement visa. Anyway, I really enjoy the work you do and hope you keep it up!
Thank you Stefan, great comment mate. Yes, it's a big decisions with many different factors for people. I hope you can make the move over at some point buddy. Thanks again
Hi Wayne, Charlie from Boston, USA. I love your videos. I am only halfway through this video, but I feel compelled to reach out brother You don’t need a plan mate you just need some balls. Which you got. You are who you are.. no ones approval is needed. I visited a friend down in Florida hes retired living on a golf course with a big car watching Fox News every day, counting his money. Hes One of the saddest unhappiest men I know. He was instrumental in helping me decide to travel. I’ve been going to Mexico for two years. I just returned to my house in Boston. I am planning a trip to Thailand. I am 60 and just getting by brother ‘s but I get a check every month. My daughters are grown and living In other states I lost my wife three years next month. If you do not control your destiny, someone else will… whether it’s a woman or your “friends” or a news channel, a country or a culture. It is men like you that encourage me Wayne… to continue to go where my courage & my balls bring me. 10 out of 10 of your friends are pretty sure they know what’s best for you Wayne. And their heads are so far up their ass. …They can’t see the light of day. many of my friends are loaded with money. It doesn’t make them happy and it doesn’t make them successful. Most are miserable. Arguing about politics fighting with their old ladies brother. Keep moving forward Wayne & never look back.. you have a great spirit brother. If our paths cross while I’m in Thailand, I would love to buy you a cup of coffee or a meal brother. Keep on trucking. 😊 Peace
Hey Charlie, great to read your comment buddy, and thanks for watching the videos , much appreciated. Hope to see you around one day 🙏
Good on ya mate.
Cheers John 👍
I am 37, planning to go to Thailand again this fall, and probably not go back to my home country for any significant amount of time in the foreseeable future.
But I do have a steady income that will stay with me until the day that I die. I am not tied to any specific place to receive this income.
I don't need a plan, as long as I do not spend more than my income is. But I wouldn't be able to do that in a "normal" life either.
However, I realize most people probably need some sort of plan, initially. But I also think that you can change plans as you go, and see new opportunities.
Sounds like you have everything in place. Yes, I suppose plans change and maybe not best to have a plan. Hope the trip to Thailand goes well.
Hi this is my 3rd visit to Chiang Mai I love it.
Hi, great to hear you're having a great time here in Chiang Mai 🙏
Im 45 and i plan on moving there in January, with not much money on me, anything is better than this daily grind.
Good on you mate. That's the same way I looked at it. Anything is better than that life . 👌
Do whatever makes you happy. You have just one life, so live it!
Nice one Robert 👌
Simple life, happy life. Just another “get by guy” (and older than you) ready for another adventure in my life in Thailand. Economy is uncertain, life is uncertain. I put my trust in God & let Him take care of the rest. You’ll be ok Wayne.👍
Hit the nail on the head! Spot on! Thanks buddy
My firm conviction is that there is nothing, nothing coincidental in Life.
Just think about it!
Salute, sir!
Nice one mate 👌
Live your life! You only get to live once, make it count! Cheers!
Spot on 😉
Happy I was able to experience cm and Thailand in general this last year before my 26th bday. If I hadn’t went I wouldn’t know what to make my long term goal.
Nice one buddy, glad you enjoyed it 😀
Just be happy,and Drink Coffee ☕😊
Make it a green tea and we got a deal 🤝
Been in your situation Wayne & had all the same thoughts. I did come back home, but not for the reasons you raised. As you said, you don't really care (about what others think). You're happy. How many people can honestly say that? Do what suits you, those who may slag you off or run you down are probably just envious of your lifestyle. Carry on Sir, Carry on!
Yes mate, everyone has different ways in life . I think alot of people have these thoughts in Thailand , so it was good to have a chat about it. Cheers
There's nothing left to come back for now anyway. I primarily came back for the security of my daughter's schooling & our health care. Health care (NHS) is going fast. You can no longer get a NHS Dentist, that'll be all private within 2/3 years, & how much longer before hospitals follow suit? Schools are struggling, We are fortunate in our area that the schools are still good. My daughter is now 10, once she's 18/20 we'll be back in Thailand, make no bones about that. If you came back, you'd last a year tops.
I'm one of the old guys who's retiring next year to Chiang Mai. A little of what we have in common is I'm leaving at 62 and if I stayed here in California, like everyone says I should, I'd barely be able to scrape by, but would probably have to work longer. But I'm done. Just so you know, the naysayers are just jealous. I would have done what you did but marriage and a kid got in the way. All done now, though! 😊
Hi Brian, thanks for sharing. Great news that you'll be heading here to Chiang Mai soon. You'll be living the good life! Hope to see you around buddy. Thanks
Good on you Brian chang mai is cheap good on you from Scott new Zealand
Great blog life is to short juat do what you wont to do take care mate.
Well said David 👍
I'm 52 already. I currently live in San Francisco, CA. I lived in Thailand for a few years previously way back in 2004-2006 where I was teaching. I really enjoyed it and miss it. Since then, I been a teacher for the most part here in San Francisco.
I am similar to you where I hopped around at points in my life where I went from job to job and have had periods of unemployment.
I am currently unemployed and been debating taking the plunge back to SE Asia. Maybe Vietnam instead.
I have a decent savings but have some obligations here. Also, as you described, it's like I have an angel on one shoulder and a devil on the other! The Devil's whispering in my ear: "Just go!" While the Angel is whispering the opposite!...LoL.
I been trying to switch careers to Govt. or something with a good retirement path so I'll be set in my golden years. But I do think about SE Asia a lot! I have to decide soon.
Great to read your comment. It's always hard, knowing what shoulder to listen too. It was the same for me also. You will know if SE Asia is the correct decision, because it will be calling you every day, it will be on your mind 24/7. That's when I knew, I had to take the chance. Best decision I ever made. Thanks
You are our Bobby Dazzler! You're doing fine.
Bobby Dazzler mate 👍
Im glad its not just me who suffers with the heat. Good on ya Wayne, you only live once. I saw you getting a few grey whiskars now, probably thats why they thinking you retired and not a young whipper snapper that you are.
I'm use to the heat now buddy, , just hate having 3 changes of clothes a day 🤣. Yep, my best years are behind me , all down hill from now on 👍
I think its normal to have doubts every now and then , friends and family in the west living their cookie cutter lives with houses cars kids etc. but I personally just have to remember how I felt, waking up to an alarm every morning at 6 am, going to my job, feeling miserable and exhausted and doing all over again the next day. You're in paradise Wayne and I hope I can join you one day, im in my late 30's and single I plan to leave the US soon too. lol
I can still remember the sound of that alarm clock ⏰. Just the thought of it now makes me shiver 🤣. Worst sound in the world. Thank you buddy, hope to see you in Thailand one day 👌
Nice work with the camera at 4:50!
I don't miss a trick mate.
Both were ladyboys. That's the thing with Thailand, the hottest Western chicks WISH they looked as good as a Thai dude 😂
As long as you are realistic about what retiring in Thailand is really like, then you should remain happy. Thailand has changed so much in the last decade (and not always for the better) and will continue to change. People often get caught in the trap of comparing the “then” against the “now” which makes them second guess their decision.
Wherever you go - there you are. Thailand is great to retire to, but you still must live and adapt as you would anywhere else.
Everywhere changing though right, not just Thailand. I would say it's still a great life here but as you.mentioned, everyone's different. Thanks 👍
Good vid mate, so long as you don’t hurt anybody and are kind to people do what you want. It’s your life, you only have one, make the most of it. We are all different. What other people think doesn’t matter.
Nice one Phil mate 👍
Wayne I'm 71 been coming to Thailand for 14 years mate I get a pension now and I've got a bit saved, if you came back here you'd regret it, I've just got a retirement visa and I'm coming back in September hopefully to stay,
Nice mate, sounds like a good plan. I've got no plans to go back buddy . 👍
I'd encourage you to examine the limiting beliefs you're expressing. I used to tell myself "I can only be an English teacher", "I can only make this much money", "I'll only be able to have this type of lifestyle" and so on. It sounds like you want more than you currently have so hopefully you find the courage to think bigger :)
I would say the complete opposite. I already thought like that be able to live here.
@@WalkAboutWayne Right, exactly. But it sounds like now you want a more abundant lifestyle in Thailand. This may require new ways of thinking. Ex. "I don't have to limit myself to getting by on the small amount I have coming in from back home. Instead can earn $XX/month from CZcams and other income streams so I can afford my dream lifestyle in SE Asia"... I don't know you though, maybe you're completely fine with your current situation or are already thinking bigger. Just didn't come across that way in the video.
@@amzbryce This sounds about right.
If you still be happy and enjoy your life so keep going.
Nice one Jack 👌
If in doubt, go back to the uk for a short holiday and see how you feel
I'm never in doubt about being away but sure, I'll be taking a trip back at some point.
53. Took two months holiday there traveled all around, kinda sussing out potential places to live. I have enough to live there if I wanted to long term. But... it was fun travelling around, nice food, sightseeing, few bars and massage here and there. I thought to myself, what the hell will I do here every day? I don't think I can do the breakfast, do not want to be another YT'er chilling the whole day, need to have some kind of routine, sure could join groups and get involved in things. One thing I really missed was CLEAN air!! Was so sick of cars everywhere and pollution, up country would be better but for me, I can't give up my life back home, i.e. no way will "Sell the farm" and come to Thailand, the risk of financial failure is too high, better I think is to come there when I feel like it and take it from there, see if things can work may do ed visa or even PT teaching work for adults, which is a lot easier than high school which I did before. You also need to understand that life is cheap there and I don't just mean prices.
Nice! Everyone has their path and Thailand isn't for everyone. I been here nearly 5 years, so this feels like home. I would probably give it more than 2 months to get a real feel for Thailand. I agree though, it can get lonely and boring here if you don't have things to do.
I wish being a CZcamsr was "chilling all day" 🤣. Hope you can come back to Thailand again for at least a holiday.
Thanks.
Same same - have learnt not conforming makes for a happier path. Same age and in CM making a bit but cruising a bit too. I like to be flexible, so no longer plan per se at the moment.
Nice one buddy! Living the life 👌
I'm going to Pattaya in about a year & stay for a couple of months to see if I want to live there. I'll have social security & that's it. We will see😅 Was stationed in Udorn in 74-75, Air Force. Peace!!
I hope it goes well for you. I think 2 months is a good time frame, to see if you really like an area. Good luck.
Great vlog buddy. Truth is, we all but all of us think we are going to be here tomorrow and for that reason, we plan for our tomorrow's. Absolute facts, for someone somewhere it all ends today and they can be in their teens, 20's, 30's and had they known....they would probably have lived the life your living! Keep on doing what you enjoy! 🙏
Spot on mate! I might not even get to retirement yet. No Guarantees. Thanks man.
What made you choose to live in Chiang Mai versus an area by the beach?
I love jungle and mountains and just the North in general.
I will not waste my precious time or life here just owned a condo for vacation home near to cbd, bts, mall in BKK but will never retire in the Kingdom kap.🙏
Interesting, I'm not even sure if I want to retire here either. I will see when the time comes.
Wayne do what makes you happy. As long as you have enougth to get by.when your 50 if you wont to stay in thailand maybe think about retirement visa then.bur in the meen time enjoy yourself
Thanks Julie 👍
Living plan free is easy everywhere in the world, all you need is enough money to actually do it and that's where most people fail....
Yes, I would say that's a very big factor.
I'm just squirrelling away cash now to escape the UK for Thailand. This place has really gone downhill in the last 5 or 6 years and you did well to get out whilst you could.
Same situation with myself. UK is only going to get worse .
I haven’t lived in uk for 13 years, I moved to Australia and now moved to Thailand
That's what I did 5 years ago as well. I worked like mad and saved every penny for Thailand. Best decision I ever made.
I'm exactly like you, Wayne. Under 50, no nest egg, small lump of money, tiny income. I've been out here a year now. Been moving around SEA. I wanna stay in Thailand for another year at least, maybe longer. Life is short. I don't wanna spend it working for a life that's increasingly out of reach in a declining UK. Just keep on keeping on 👍
I also keep in mind that I lost two friends early over the past 4 years, there was covid that took two years of everyone's life. It's short, you think you have all this time then suddenly you don't. I'm so glad I'm able to do this now and wanna do it for as long as I can. I feel you, though I have the same questions sometimes 'wtf am I doing here!?' and it gets lonely sometimes but then I remember all that and it keeps me grounded and reminds me why I'm here. Take it easy, man 👍
Hey man, nice one, sounds like you done the same as me . Best decision I ever done . 👍👍
Sorry to hear about your friends. I know how that feels.
Hello, I'm 53 years old and at the beginning I go to Chiang Mai every year for 6 months and maybe in 6-10 years we'll probably move for life ..I've been working since I was 16 and have been saving money since live the life in thailand without being in first class, which also completely doesn't matter , i have a house in hangdong
Thanks for sharing mate, 6 months every year is a good balance. Hang Dong is a good place to be.
Nothing is wasted. You are living a happy life, i pray you get sufficient money from youtube to continue your lifestyle in thailand. Amen.
CZcams doesn't keep me here but I'd never say no to a few more pennies . Cheers mate.
If you're happy in life, you're living a good life. Everything else is superfluous. 😊
Very true 👌👌
If you are happy there doing what you are doing, you don't need another plan 😊, at least that is how I see it
Nice one 👍
Live life, enjoy Wayne. The only negative is when you can't or don't want to live a basic life especially as you get older there's no state pension or private pension to take you into old age. Unless paying pension contributions!!
Cheers mate! Yes god knows what tomorrow will bring.
Excellent video Wayne...Im 56 and married and have to escape Australia by next year...Had enough of wetsern society...We will either go to thailand or my wifes home country Philippines..
Thanks Richard, I hope the escape goes well next year mate. Philippines or Thailand are great options.
hey wayne, hope your doin good.. look mate, if you need to change direction for a year or three, if a job in the UK is needed,,,go for it,,,think how many crazy adventures you could have on a few years savings,,,,,regards mate
Hey Stephen, I'm doing great thanks buddy. God, that's the last thing I need 🤣🤣. No plans to go back. Thanks mate.
That's why I like your vlogs Wayne, you are not a pretentious twat. You're just a regular guy. So many Farangs there. You answered it all in one sentence..."I'm happy here."
Thanks Paul mate. Yes, I'm happy at this point in my life. Happy Days
Fair play to ya , Wayne - you're happy and , I think , wise .
Cheers mate! I'm not as stupid as I look buddy 🤣
Just turned 50, have plans to stay ~6 month/year (Swedish winter) in a few years .. dislike winter weather. I can work from everywhere and anywhere, internet makes the world flat. Have house outside Sanpatong in the sticks.
Sounds like a good plan Christopher! The winters back home was struggle for me too. San Pa Tong is a nice area 👍
Hi Wayne, you do whatever makes you happy mate... don't worry about what other people think, that includes family as well mate its your life. Thanks for the Vlog mate.. appreciate your efforts. Cheers Steve
Nice one Steve, thanks man.
I'm under 50 and I'm here on an Ed Visa, I have no plans on returning to the UK but the difference is I work online in the evenings so I can save some money and so have a little bit of security. I suppose it depends on what you are going to have to play with once you do hit retirement age - I'd maybe check what exactly you will have to play with in the future. At the end of the day as long as you are happy that is what matters.
Spot on Bobby, very wise words mate. Sounds like your doing ok and keeping above water.
Yes it's about figuring out that magic figure that is 'enough' to last you till the end 😊
Imagine thinking that living in the western world tapping a keyboard in an office or moving boxes from over there to over here (etc.) is the best way to be and living in a tropical paradise doing what you want all day every day at a fraction of the price is a waste of your life haha. Man, I’d ignore those people straight up with the quickness Wayne. The only thing that matters in life is how happy you are and no one’s on their deathbed saying geez I wish I worked more. Even on your self admitted limited budget you’re living the dream mate 👍
Nice one Mark mate 👍
Sing a karaoke for us about this gig. 22 grand job, in the city called Chiang Maiiiiii. 😂
Pass me the mic
Key is having constant money generation method in place while enjoying life in the Asia, otherwise you will drain your savings within few years' times in Asia and then you have to go back your home country to start the life from the scratch with very little money in hand! this situation would be even more stressful to entire future life. So, I think enjoying or retiring in the Asia long term for most guys will need lot of advance planning and executing over the years with patient!
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Keeping life simple is a real skill man!
You know what? You're right man!
Dude, you're part of this new career that has been carved out in life called "Digital Nomad". You, me and millions of other people have family and friends who will never be part of that and never understand that new career. YOU DON'T NEED TO LIVE IN ENGLAND AND GRIND IT OUT DAY AFTER DAY. Stay there, be digital, keep us happy and see what happens :) !!
You hit the nail on the head buddy, times have changed. Thanks man.
Wayne...Maybe could of stayed in the UK and worked. But liky not enough money to travel, Maybe 2 weeks in Paataya. But i might suggest putting away $50-100/mo. In something like what we have---I R A. It really buluds up over 20 years. It generally follows the top 500 of rhe stock market. I started one whe n I was 50. But had to dip into it. Glad it was rhere. Anyway, think of all rhe people you have, and will meet. So i hope to see you all over SEA. Thanks.
Nice one Robert 👍
I had first planned to retire in Chiang Mai for a few years, until I could start receiving my pension from the U.S. My thought was that if I'm not saving money while I'm working in California anyway, why not stop working and live in beautiful Chiang Mai on the small amount of savings I have? And then when I could receive my pension, I could move back to the U.S. Now, Covid killed that plan, but I totally understand why you are in CM! The people who criticize you should mind their own business. I think they just envy you, Wayne! 👏
Sounds like you had a great plan Becky! Covid did mess a lot up, but at least you made it over here. Thank you
@@WalkAboutWayne I think people don't believe how cheaply you can live a nice life in CM, they think it's just hype. The week I had to spend in quarantine in Phuket was more expensive, but my monthly cost was only $1200 and I lived in an expensive area & got my apartment on Airbnb. If someone lives in a more local area and waits until they arrive to rent their apartment, $800 could provide a very nice life.