Van Life Wisdom Mental Health While Living in a Van
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- čas přidán 31. 07. 2024
- In todays video I tell my own story of struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts. Sometimes life can throw things at us that we can’t seem to cope with, and at our lowest points escaping through suicide can seem like our only hope. In my moment of extreme need I turned to a Higher Power and found hope and a way forward there. For years i asked myself every day, “Why should I be alive today?” And the only answer that worked for me was to serve and build a community. Serving others was worth the pain, when nothing else was. I hope you can find something of value in this video.
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Bob! You have done your son proud. His memory lives on in the kindness you show others and the many lives you have changed. I wish you a long life. The world needs you more than you realize. You are a good man Charlie Brown.
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Bob, you are in the right place at the right time! 😊
It takes courage to tell your story like that in front of so many people and of course the youtube community too. Inspiring.
pardon me to say this, is also hard, at least i feel so, is hard to go back to those moments. I have a tear wanting to fall since i read, you know? :-) i don't even want to say the word. Love, so much love from Spain, let's force a smile. Take care, feel free
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Bob, you remind me of a real life George Bailey. Just imagine all the people whose lives would not have changed for the better. The message you've shared with all of us, has had a profoundly positive impact. I'm really glad you stuck around sir!
Don Yates AMEN!
What a great analogy. I couldn’t agree more.
Bob, aka George Bailey. I like it.
Top fella i could not afford a motor home built bed in Rav4 and went posh camping ..need to go again .
"I was very alone in my desolation" ...until we are reminded that we aren't. Thx Bob
JBryant Concierge
Hi. Are you on the road or at a base camp ?
Bob, thanks for sharing your story with all of us!! You have truly made it possible to be free!!
corey1961
yes for sure, if you want to live in a van.
some do, loads don't.
It's truly great for those who like living in the van. Just not for me.
I'm bipolar manic depressive and I have learned as well...when helping others I'm helping myself.....Bob om so happy ur here....love all of ur vlogs and ur pure and honest soul....God Bless
God Bless, i Understand Also Have Bi Polar Episodes.
even if your own life is a mess ,if you are able to help someone else in some way to manage there life or be happier you have done something profound. My step dad was bi polar/manic depressive, I grew up seeing(experiencing) his struggle , despite the fact that he was sometimes very hard to be around his overall influence was still good, I love him very much, he taught be many things and some of the best parts of my personality came from him. he is in his late 60's now and somehow has very much leveled off , he is pretty content in life and doesnt have such huge swings anymore. he is a really good man that I love dearly and I love the aspects of myself and interests I gained from him.
@@AsTheWheelsTurn ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ i have no other words than love reading you. 👍👍👍👍 AllTheBest All
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Mr Wells most people don't want to or know how to talk about the people left behind after a loved one commits suicide but you did a fantastic job. My mom commited suicide and I go through severe depression. I feel your message was sent for me to hear because believe it or not I started watching your videos during one of my depressed moments and I have been following you every since. I probably will never be able to afford to buy a van but when I watch your videos I feel like I have been on vacation and it gives me a sense of peace. Sorry for rambling but I had to let you know how much I appreciate you sharing your life 🙏🏿
K Hubbard you should apply for Bob’s HOWA van giveaway
Bob couldn't afford to buy a van, either, when he started out, but he certainly couldn't afford to pay rent after a bitter divorce. He started out in a bare-walled panel truck he was able to purchase for $1,500.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you. 🙏💜🙏
👍👍👍👍👍👍 wish you all the best K Hubbard, hope you can have more sunny days than rainy ones, hey :-) or viceversa if you love rainy ones. Cheers
Bob the man that has set a great example helped thousands on how to survive the way that it should be bob is for the people I’m so grateful for bob because of him I have learned so much so thank you 🙏 BOB IF YOUR READY THIS IM EXTREMELY THANKFUL FOR ALL YOU HAVE TAUGHT ME THROUGH THIS VIDEOS A PRAYER GOES OUT FOR YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL CREW GOD BLESS.YOU IN YOUR JOURNEYS TO COME VIRTUAL HUGS TO YOU AND YOUR CREW👍
Bob is a good and concise speaker. Has he thought about doing a Ted Talk? (I don't know if Ted Talks pay anything, but that's neither here nor there.) Depression has been in my life in myself and loved ones, and in another video Bob said do everything you can to think about others and not yourself. Depression tricks you into navel gazing and so yes; working on anything (anything!) outside oneself is the answer.
A powerful and very personal story Bob. Thank you for trusting us with it.
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We have nothing unless we give ourselves away! You do that Bob. Thank you.
Oh bob you’re such a beautiful soul. Thank you for your service to the community and for your legacy. You are a historic figure and don’t even know it yet.
humble,caring,compassionate, we need more people like you
It is brave of you to share your story. The loss of a child is the worst thing that can happen to a person. I’m so glad you found your purpose in life. Everyone needs a Steve. I’m looking forward to finding my nomad family. You know I’ll be a happier person. Bless you.
Rose Anne Jacquette
Hi. Are you on the road ?
Thank you for sharing this Bob. I felt your words in my heart. Everyone of us are the walking wounded. God is working through you.
AMEN🙏🏿
that may be so
Bob, you’ve moved me to tears! I lost a son a year after you did. It does something terrible to the surviving parents. Also two divorces like you and 2008 was a financial disaster for me. You’re living your purpose and that is the definition of mental health. God bless you!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It was a pleasure to meet you and thank you again for the opportunity to be a part of the 2020 RTR.
Oh wow! From the bottom of my heart, I’m so very glad you are still waking up in the morning! 💕💕💕
So glad you are still here Bob. Your videos have changed the lives of many including mine. I'm a 26 year old who has had battled anxiety and depression my whole life. I describe it just they way you did, not mopey and sad but definitely not happy. Ive talk to my doctors of course and have never let it take full control but really just having someone like you be so open about how they feel and have felt, is such a boost knowing Im not alone in the way I have felt. Im not on the road yet but I bought a van in October for a hell of a good deal I think just repairing the body work on it so I can finish the rest of the build on the inside and hit the road this summer. Thanks for everything you and everyone that helps this channel operate do.
Very touching, dear Bob. I honor your healing process because it brought you to the man that you now are, compassionate, infinitely kind, honorable, deep thinker, respectful, generous, unpretentious. In working for others, you've been healed yourself. Loved when you said that being out in nature brought you so much joy. I totally agree. Nothing can compete with the beauty, majesty and awesomeness of God's creation reflected in nature and in our smiling faces, all warmly smiling back, loving you.
Bob we dont know each other but i am so happy you found your purpose you give of you every day i pray you never feel a sad day again GOD BLESS YOU MY BROTHER
Thanks Bob for everything you say and do. I'm so sorry about your son. I've got the van. But I'm afraid to drive that far. I'll keep watching and try to get the courage up.im way in michigan, and I've fought depression all my life. But like you, I'm so darn happy in my van. GOD BLESS YOU.
Where in MI, I'm in central IN
@@susanpeters4608 hi Susan, I'm in fort gratiot. Just north of port huron.
Do you come to Indiana? I have taken baby steps and then leaped! If I can help with the courage building or confidence let me know!
Sadly, there is still so much stigma towards mental health issues and it takes great courage to admit one needs help. I appreciate you speaking out about your feelings and your struggles to live a happy life. Thank you, Bob! I wish you great success and happiness!
Depression is a constant. Life is so much better with a friend or some friends. Bob, you have a purpose, good friends who share your vision and fulfillment in your life. In this, I'm very happy to find you here in Y-°t^be at least. I'll probably never meet you, but you're an inspiration to me. Because of you, I know there's hope. THANK YOU. Here's to you, Bob, & your beautiful friends! HOWA. ♡♡♡ 🏕🏜👍
I stumbled across your CZcams channel a few months ago when I was day dreaming (for the thousandth time) about van life. I get so excited whenever I see you have uploaded a new video and have learned so much though your channel-especially through your interviews/RV tours. You’re an excellent interviewer and I love that you interview all kinds of people and give us a little glimpse of their story.
I’m happy you had the courage to share your own story and struggle with mental health. I can’t even begin to image the pain you felt losing your son, and all of the other struggles that were compounding at that point in your life, but I am so grateful that your friend came in at the right time to help you begin to cope and heal.
I thank you for choosing life, for sharing your story, and for creating this amazing CZcams channel that has brought me so much joy!
Thank you for sharing your mental health story Bob!! Since becoming a nomad, I have decided to pursue my dream of becoming a nature therapist, and I start school next fall! Thank you for all that you do! You bring a lot to the world and I am glad you are here! I hope to meet you and your lovely team someday. Take care!
Thanks Bob for sharing your story. My father also took his life when I was very young, it's not something that you ever truly get over, but you honour your son's memory with all you have done for so many.
What a beautiful story!!! I just love Bob & his wonderful spirit. He doesn't know it but he has touched so many lives & telling his story so many can relate. Thank you Bob, you are a beautiful man inside out. 🧔🚐💖
i was deeply moved by your personal story bob, deepest thanks for sharing and thanks also for everything you do to help create and inspire and sustain such a community of great, resilient people!
I love you Bob and this heartfelt testimony makes me love you even more! 👍❤💔
God is the answer, Bob. Thanks for sharing your story. You are an inspiration to so many. May God continue to bless you all the days of your life.
Christa you missed it. The "purpose" is what saved him. He requested it...yes I get that. Feeling connected to a purpose was the answer to his quest.
Oh, Bob, I'm so very, very sorry about your son! I cannot even begin to imagine going through that.
I'm shocked how many people I now know whose children have committed suicide, including a close cousin, and a close friend of my brother's. It seems to be an epidemic in the children of our generation - a truly terrible one.
I'm so glad you've found a new reason to live, though. Helping others *is* the way through depression, to that I can also personally attest.
Thank you for sharing your journey. I'm very grateful you are still here, sharing your knowledge, which is likely to help *me* survive in the likely not very distant future. I do hope we can eventually meet, but even if we never do, I respect and admire you and what you have built and continue to do to help others. May you continue to find purpose and meaning in your life.
Wendy
Bob you are a beautiful soul with much purpose on earth. Many blessings to you.
I'm grateful your still here Bob. Your videos have helped me. Thankyou for your story and honesty.
Bob, thank you for sharing your story. Mental health should be something we should talk about as freely as physical health. Your life has touched so many, and I know sharing your story will also touch many who are silently suffering.
Sorry to hear about your son.. I'm really glad you're alive today you've been such an inspiration. I've traveled so many places and it's all because I seen your CZcams videos and got expired to move into my van. thank you
I have witnessed a huge change in Bob over the last decade. His giving to us has gone back to him bit by bit….so heartwarming to observe.💞
Thanks for sharing Bob. So happy to hear meaningful friendships and purpose brought you upliftment. 💛💛💛
Good video! Thanks to Bob for sharing his story. Without a reason to get out of bed in the morning life IS depressing. We all need to feel we have a purpose to thrive.
Thank you for all you do Bob, this world is a better place because of you, your an inspiration!
You are such an amazing inspiration, Bob....you are a gift to the world. It’s all about spreading love and light and you do that so well. Thank you so much for all that you do and give.
Bob,...Thank you for all your inspiration!
Living through such a devastating tragedy could break anyone’s spirit- so glad you came out the other side by helping others- thanks from this misfit toy to you and the crew💖
Glad you are here Bob! You have helped so many. Even though I don't camp or travel I enjoy following you on your channel. My brother took his life while camping in Montana in '98. I will never understand why.. but he was very unhappy. I miss him everyday. Thank you for sharing your Mental health journey with us. Take care!
Thank you Bob, you are a huge inspiration! I found the courage to travel alone cross country to the RTR and caravans, and loved it - because Spirit spoke to me through you. May we all listen to that same loving voice within, and discover our own beautiful way of giving.
Thank you, Bob. I’m so sorry for your loss💐💐 So happy you are here. You’ve inspired & helped so many.🙌🏽🙌🏽 ❤️
And I beleve you are the reason to keep going, for many others, Bob. You inspire me, and I am in Norway :-)
Bob has helped me to look at life differently, I am so happy that I tuned into his channel.
Thank you Bob, I don't think you understand just how truly awesome you are!
Amen! I feel ya Bob. I lost both my daughters ten years apart almost to the day. Very young. Appreciate everything you do for people. I think helping is what life's all about 😊♥️
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So sorry!😞 Here's hoping you find peace. I'll pray for you!💖🌹
@@denisemayosky1955 thank you sweety.
I'm so, so sorry for your terrible loss, @RV BUTTERFLY! It's hard enough to imagine losing one child, let alone two. May their sweet memories be for a blessing, and may you find your way through the pain to still be able to find some measure of happiness in life.
@@wendyannh Thank you so much 😊♥️
I love you Bob. Such an important topic. Thanks for your transparency ❤️
Hugs! Almost cried watching this. Have "found" you perhaps several months ago and have learned soooo much. Thanks for being you! Keep On Keeping On!
Amazing how a camping trip with a good friend pulled you back from the brink. It shows what's really valuable in life.
Oh my Bob , my tears are flowing . I can't stress enough how important your transparency is to so many . When you leave this world you can know you've done the best thing any human can do and that is, self forgiveness , self love , and giving wholeheartedly to the well-being of others. That is pure LOVE ! Know that you are LOVED across the globe . Thank you for leading by example a new awakening in so many. XoxoxoxoXO Lots of Love from Ontario Canada Bob !
Wow...thank you for sharing your story Bob.....it gives me great comfort knowing this community is compassionate and supportive towards those in crisis mode and beyond ....
Love you Bob. Love what you do. Thankful you are here.
I’m so very glad you are here!! Thank you for what you do and give. Many blessings to you Bob💗
Wow!!! Thank you Bob for sharing such a personal story. Life is really hard for most of us but your words encourage and inspire and you give so many people hope. I think you are one in a million and I hope and pray you will be with us for a very long time. Be safe and may God bless you wherever you go!!
Thank you for your courage in sharing.
Thank you for sharing your Journey... i appreciate you..
I relate very much to your story. I thank you for helping me through dark times with your videos. Looks to me what you are doing is meant to be. Thank you.
Incredible story Bob...thank you for sharing
😢. I’m happy you’re here. I also believe as you there is a greater being than us. Keep going you’re the reason many are here, freedom from their life stresses.✌🏽
We are all in this together Bob ! Wishing you the best as you continue to give your best ! You have helped a lot of people along the way !
When you spoke to GOD from your heart he answered as he always does to show you he is able and no matter how hard it may seem he will always be there for you. You are an inspiration to many and through your good deeds and guidance of others within this community you are laying many treasures up in Heaven where it matters most. That's why GOD protected you through it all and sent you your friend as a earthly guardian angel at your time of need. GOD bless
Bob, we are all very grateful that you are here too💕 Your story brought tears to my eyes and empathy for your pain, loss and sadness. You have such a good , caring heart and we are blessed that you have found your reason😊 Safe travels 🌻
Bob, thank you for speaking from the heart. I too went through a suicidal period. I stayed alive for my dog. I thank God for putting him in my life, though he has eaten a lot of furniture and shoes. Anyway, we are so blessed to have you here with us. Thank you for sticking around.
Thank you so much Bob! I can't imagine this world without you! I'm so glad you found your purpose.
After viewing this I have a new respect for Bob Wells. Meaningful and helpful. Thank you Bob for this video.
Thank you for your transparency. Blessings to you and your endeavors!
Best Bob Wells Video I’ve ever seen. Thank you for sharing your story, Bob. In a society that programs us not to share our pain, those that have to courage to do so are beacons of light for the rest of us. Inspiring.
The loss is very real... When it rains it pours.. Things have a way of ironing them-selves out many I'm still going through hard pressed. Nature is a beautiful Spirit that I find never leaves me. I must visit it constantly... Thank you Bob.
You’re inspiring so many of us Bob and power to you, and thank you!
Mental health is such a big part of travel that people don't talk about. It takes work, and if you're not an introvert like me who gets 100% satisfaction from the relationship I have with my daughter, then it might get lonely. That can wear people down.
Wow! That was powerful! Thank you so much for sharing your story. I’ve often said that everyone has a story and the greatest gift we can give to each other is to listen with open hearts. That is how you form community and how we overcome any problems big or small in our lives and in society as a whole. That is the power of what you are doing.
My heart goes out to you! I can’t imagine the pain you went through. You bring love and hope to many and I hope only good things will happen to you from this point onwards! You are a kind, wonderful man!
Bob, much love to you for sharing your story.
Beautiful!!! I have lost a brother and a brother-in-law to suicide in the last 18 months and this after losing both parents in the six months before. If it were not for the support of a few friends and family members, the waves of depression may very well have consumed me. My doctor lost his son to suicide in 2018. He highly recommended that I do what he did... hit the road and get into nature. That's when, at 60 years old, I outfitted my SUV for a trip from SE Texas to the Appalachians, all by myself and it was amazing. I still live in my home near my support group, but I do travel alone. Thank you for this!!! Our Higher Power listens and directs people into our lives in some pretty amazing ways. Make time to be alone in nature, but don't neglect that wonderful net of people that literally save lives.
Thank-you, Bob.
I've been an voracious follower of yours, gleaning every bit of knowledge from you that I can.
You've made statements about how you need to be alone..... and yes, at those times you do.
Hearing your deepest truth humbled me.
There is no way to readjust to such a loss.
All of those times when you asked, "Why can't I leave?"
Yes, it took a little while and now you know.
The majority of those in your audience are here by necessity and had no point of reference of how to pull it off until they found you on CZcams.
You needed CZcams to reach all of these folks, including me.
You needed your period of adjustment so you can tell others that it takes a period of adjustment, after each loss, to find a purpose.
You found yours and touched thousands of lives.
One of the greatest things you have done is to remove the stigma of being homeless and living in a vehicle.
Thank-you, Bob.
Mental health is so important ! Thank you for sharing your story. I am so Grateful that Steve came into your life when he did as it allowed you to open the door to others. Being on the road has been a dream for many years, 2 years ago I was in an auto accident with black ice, totalled 'George Washme' my Jeep. I broke both my legs, my dominate arm and my autonomy to say the least. Oh I had plans for George! That was 2 years ago and 2 days ago. Watching your videos have been one of my best therapies! I continue to struggle with the autonomy and have to locate new transportation but you have kept me going and for this I thank you. Bless you all!
Bob, you're a great influence to everyone wanting to or already in this lifestyle. Thank you for all you do!
Thank you for your bravery in sharing your story, Bob. Although I haven't yet joined van life, I've lived overseas a couple of times and dealt with loneliness and depression. Thank you for turning your pain & grief into care and practical help for others who are suffering. This world is better for having you in it!
I'm so glad you are here! Your story, and the tremendous information you share is a true blessing to many, many people.
Thanks so much Bob. I’m watching this surrounded by my new nomad friends in the Woman’s Caravan in the La Paz Valley.. From the testimonies shared at the campfire each night, I can attest that your efforts have profoundly helped an amazing amount of people. As Stephen Hawkins said, “No matter how difficult life is, there is always something helpful we can do.” (Something like that.) This was my first RTR. So glad to be a part of it. Next time hope to share my appreciation face to face. Mary Ames Mitchell
Bob, you have been such an inspiration to many of us. Thank you for sharing your story and it is amazing how many people's lives you have touched with what you do. Thank you!
I am very, very grateful too that you are here. Watching your videos during a very long illness over the past two years was honestly the only thing that brought me hope for the future because you inspired me to dream about the adventures to come. You are such a blessing Bob 🙏💛
Thank you for all you do to help others.
Thank you Bob..Happy for you and I really needed that!
Thank you for all you do for so many. I have cried tears of joy for people who have found a way to live joyfully, at your example.
Your testimony is very touching, Bob. Thank you for opening up and sharing your heart. So inspiring. You are a good human being. Connection is so vital to our livelihood and you are doing just that. The Maker is looking out for you. You are never alone. Lots of love to you.
That was beautiful Bob , watching you on CZcams and others like you , is what keeps me going ! Thank You !
I really appreciate this story Bob. I can really relate to it. Thank you for being brave enough to tell it. You have helped me.. you really have. Thank you
Thank you Bob for sharing your story.. it means allot to many!! All your inspiration helps so many and hits home hard for a few of us. Thank you!
Oh Bob thank you SO much for sharing your story. You are SO loved by many. You are a true gift to this world.
bless you Bob for taking the road less travelled and ending up being such an inspiration and lifesaver to countless of people. You bring hope when there is none left. I have so much respect for you, brother. Thank you for being you, and being there! Jason
Your story is so real and unfair. Sometimes life is unfair to us and we need to find a new purpose. I feel for your loss and your feelings. I too have been fighting depression for some years. I don't take medication but I try to create a parallel world in my mind which is sweet. Thank you Bob. Your story brought tears to my eyes. Often men don't tell our stories. At least one krn must tell their feelings.
Yes... U are here!
And we too are truly Grateful.
Thank You Sooo Much for finding a way to help sooo many people even when hurting so much yourself.
It sounds like you were helped in turn.
All of our lives have been truly blessed because the true U came to the surface and enriched us all!
If (We) follow,
ur footsteps even 1/2 the world will continue to be a better place for it.
Thank you again for what you do.
Peace my friend,
Dianna from Denver🤗
Thank you Bob for sharing and being real in a proper/moral/compassionate way 🌹
Thanks for sharing, Bob. You’re a good man and a blessing to us all.
Thank you Bob for sharing! May God Bless you. What you doing is so awesome 👏👍😍❤️
I’m so sorry about your son. 💔 Thank you for sharing your story. Thank you for giving hope to others that they don’t have to be trapped in a hamster wheel of work, and material things. You’re great. Keep on going. You have so much more to share. ❤️
Sorry for your loss, Bob. I am glad you are still around, you inspire many.
Thanks for sharing Bob. I think it's not natural for us to be housed up. Working so much handing out money to others to get rich, that we forget to make a LIFE or don't have time to do anything but work and sleep. That's existing not living being mobile means you can work part time and have a quality of life because your pay isn't going to make everyone else rich.
This video was so inspiring for me! Thanks for being you, Bob!
You walked through the darkest time of your life and survived, by choice. I’m so glad you chose life. Look what a positive DIFFERENCE you have made in the lives of so many people. Thank you for all you do.