Facing our Biggest Challenge as a Couple
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In this video we face our biggest challenge as a couple. We update you on our search for Swedish property, vanlife and tell you about our biggest challenge behind the scenes.
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Hello and welcome to our channel! We are Alex & Emma, a British couple who have been exploring the world together for over 10 years - from backpacking to vanlife:
2012/13: We both embarked on our own solo backpacking trips through Southeast Asia, where we would eventually meet at a hostel in the mountains of Thailand and begin traveling together. After a year and a half of backpacking around Southeast Asia & Australia, we returned home and to the corporate world!
2015: Travel Beans was born and we filmed our first videos on a road trip around Europe with friends! This was our biggest trip yet.. and you can go back and watch the entire adventure because we filmed ALL of it! This trip took us through Russia, Mongolia & China, on the longest railway journey in the world. Followed by highlights such as staying on a local island in the Maldives for a month, going on safari in Sri Lanka, couchsurfing & hitchhiking in Korea, seeing the snow monkeys in Japan, island hopping in the Philippines, trekking 60km through the centre of Myanmar, exploring the Indian Himalayas, and checking out some of the incredible US National Parks.
2016: Despite an unbelievably memorable year and a half of travels, which we were incredibly grateful to have had the privilege to experience.. we found ourselves in New York City, battling depression. At this point, we decided to go home and confront this problem head-on.
2017: After 6 tough months at home we decided to go away again, but this time with a goal in mind.. to turn travel into a lifestyle. We left the UK with just £500 in our bank account and a dream to make a continuous travel lifestyle happen! We both got online English teaching jobs to be able to fund our travels and to keep creating videos. We can't quite believe that our younger selves decided to take this plunge but we are so grateful they did as we are still on this journey today!
What now?
Over the years, we've discovered that we LOVE road trips and even decided to renovate our very own little VWT4 van into a campervan to be able to enjoy vanlife and spend more time on the road. We are now the proud owners of 2 awesome little campers - one based in the UK and one that we keep in the USA. You'll often find us using one of these vans to explore Europe and North America. If you enjoy this kind of content we'd recommend checking out our Italy Road Trip series, USA vanlife series and our Japan in a Tiny Van series as well as our UK vanlife content.
Our time spent overcoming depression has influenced our outlook on life dramatically! We are now traveling the world in search of what makes us happy. We love sharing the highs and lows of our trips through our videos and hope to spread a little positivity and light to all of the beautiful people who take the time to tune in and watch each week!
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The Indie Projects www.youtube.com/@theindieprojects are selling their original property, has fruit trees, other garden, cooling mini-plunge, bath-house, etc, etc. It'd be great content for both your channels...
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If you continue to work with these scumbags its going to look bad
Yip yip yippie
You guys DON'T need to explain, vlog when you want, release them when it feels right for you, if that's 1 a month or every couple of weeks do what feels right for you guys
Oh, I guess they will love having your permission what to do. Sarc/
@@TheresaPowersIt was actually a very kind comment and was what I was thinking.
Without subcribers the Beans won't have a YT, they won't be able to get an incime from what they do. They have built up their subscribers to 346 thousand, which is no easy feat.
The Beans as a couple look exhausted at the moment.
My partner and I have a camper van, I know how challanging it is living in a van already, and with having a baby boy it escalates that difficulty as we can see in this video.
Having a baby changes everything.
If the subscribers understand what to expect, they will stay subscribers regardless of when videos are posted and will follow the journey wherever it may lead.
I also follow Leave Everything and Wonder on YT with Luca and Sara.
They also had a baby and tried to continue van life and it just wasn't working with a baby girl.
Sara and Luca bought a bigger van. They bought a piece of land in Sicily.
And they bought a 1 Euro arpartment to fix up.
As subscribers we enjoy them for who they are and still follow them no matter what they are transitioning to.
It is all good and part of life.
And we will follow the Beans because they are great people who have to reprioritise.
Sarcasm was so unnecessary attacking an innocent comment of support. Is that what you enjoy? Cutting people off at the kneecaps?
Please don't, we have enough trolls and nastiness going on on YT.
It would be so much more productive leaving an encouraging comment of your own. Peace.
@theresapowers she wasn’t giving permission she was showing support.
So many of us can identify with you and your struggles in daily life.
We love you, we all hope that putting Noah and your own health first pays off in real time.
You've got this - go for it!
Rooting for you!
^^^^ What Gaby said ^^^^ This is a great time to make this choice... You're young, inquisitive, committed and funny! And you have a strong network of loving support here.
Unless you quit drinking. Then the deal's off. LOL JUST KIDDING!!!!!
Good on you,you can do this.
What Alex means to say is "I've found the person I want to annoy most in life is you, Emma."
Can't live with 'em, but god knows ya can't live without 'em!
Concerning Noah and his sleep - I highly recommend having a very fixed bedtime ritual . Get two new books that are only read right before he goes to bed. Come up with some phrases that you only say at night as you get him into bed, give him the same drink in the same cup, right before bed. Whatever you do, wherever you are, as much as possible, keep the bedtime ritual.
Yes,babies know where they are with fixed routines..also watching for tiredness windows and starting bedtime wind down then.
2.5 hours is way too long ,an hour max for bath,stories, cuddles,bed was always my intention
Ditto. What she said
When I was 12-14 I was in an institution where bedtime was 21:00, lights out 22:00, up at 6:00. I regularly lay there in the dark, listening to the grandfather clock chime each quarter, past midnight. I simply did not need that amount of sleep.
LOL!!! I love it when Alex makes funny jokes and his dirty jokes are hilarious! He is so cute and funny!😂😂😂😂
“Don’t Show Him Your Crannies Ladies “ LMAO that was hilarious!!😂😂😂😂😂
Well, we don't body shame. Period So you have grown into your mature older bodies. Yes we all do that. So now you feel the need to create more healthy bodies where you can be more active. That's okay, and you can do that. But, never shame your body or yourself, instead remember that life hands you lessons, and maybe this is one of them. Here's to great health and happiness. Cheers.
That's an excuse for doing nothing. As an autistic, I do little to please others, but I care about my health and general health. See my separate comment about this.
@@oneeyedphotographerthe only thing was said not to shame, nothing about not getting more healthy. Shame never helps anyone or anything, it only makes you dislike yourself.
I’d seriously love to understand the terrible lessons that life has thrown at me over the past 12 years. If you elaborate more on your theory of not body shaming, and where you got or give that advice from. I’m very interested with the mental health and weight loss issue 😢
Honestly it doesn’t matter what you do, people will follow you because of you (three now). It’s about character and honesty.
Yes, lovely people, and Noah's turning into a star in front of us - the speed with which he sussed out the new bedquarters... and it's escape routes was impressive. It may have worked better if you'd said 'you can't sleep in the cardboard box'... and then left him to curl up in it, lol.
No body shaming just what it is. I can relate. In some ways I am fitter than I used to be but in others not. Definately need to increase the exercise l. For years never really put.on weight but realised that over the last couple of years have. Not much but can feel it. May be good to be part of a group.
I'm a Mom of 3 kids (now teens) and I've found that the most important aspect of my health, since becoming a parent, is getting a good night's sleep. I think you should sell the van and do the type of travel that allows you to sleep well most nights. That might mean Air BNB or hotels or a new camper van. But having a full night's rest is super important.
So true
Essential!
I think a problem with that is that soon Noah will need to go the school, or his Mum & Dad are going to have to start home schooling. And he will need to socialise with kids around his own age.
The van might then serve well for holidays and weekend trips. For home schooling, or a second baby, then consider a larger van.
I agree
Sleep! Yes so important for health both physical and mental.
Hey guys I get it. I'm 67 years old and the last time I got weighed back in September I was 213lbs. I couldn't fit in my 33" waist jeans anymore and was seriously thinking I would have to go to 35". I just couldn't do that, so In Jan (a resallution) I weened myself off of sweetened creamer in my coffee (the way that I had drank it since the age of 19) and pretty much cut out dairy. I also have cut down on prepared meals. Thanks to my grandson I get at least 3miles of walking in 5 days a week. I don't know how much I weigh because I don't have a scale, but I have been back in my 33" jeans since middle of May.So I would be willing to continue this journey with you guys so that I don't fall back. I have allowed some desserts on special occasion, but near as much as I used to. Being a Heinz variety of European blood I love sweets and bread! Bread is the one thing I won't go without. Sorry this is so long. I like you guys and "Endless Adventures"
Congratulations on getting married 🎉
I laughed out loud when Alex said, "You'll do!" Noah is getting way more adventurous, use him as your exercise coach! I'm so happy for your upcoming wedding...so happy.
I’m 65 and nearly 8 years ago I became vegan, it changed my life and I feel like I gained 10 years of life.
We watch you two-three of you because of you. Not because you travel. You two make my heart happy with your love for you have for each other for Noah and for life. Take care Beans!! Xoxo
Applauding you for realizing this on your 30s and taking the steps now! Go Bean family!
It's truly not about size, it's about being fit. If you focus on being healthy, the weight will come off. Don't get trapped in the looks part, focus on how you feel when doing things. And definitely get some mental health behind you cuz it's so easy to beat ourselves up. Love you guys and we'll be here EVERY time you post.
Me too ! Ill be here even if your living in a van down by the river , great people
We love watching you. You are both down to earth, and don't pretend to be what you aren't ❤ sadly. health issues hit us all one way or another, and we all have our own fight to try to get healthy. Please don't feel ashamed and just keep working towards your goals. Love you both and Noah 😊
I love watching your travels and how down to earth you both are. Noah is such a cutie too. Good luck on your health journey and congratulations on your upcoming wedding❤️
When the right property comes to light, you will know it. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding. If you guys feel like you need to take time off to care for yourself,, please do. Noah is growing so big and adorable. Even if you can't post a full video, could you please just post that you are all ok.
Good luck with all your future endeavors.
For me whenever I started something new with my kids, I always made a commitment to give it a week to make the change. It takes a while to train a baby or a child to something new. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!!!
Love how open, honest and raw you are about everything in your lives when you don't have to at all. Take care of yourselves, if you don't put yourselves 1st, there's nothing left for anyone else. Your people will still be here whenever you are ready. Oh, and SO happy for the nuptual news. Cheers U 2
My daughter has a one year old boy. Your life is all about watching a 1 year old child . Love it and your very tired. Film anything. We are here watching with love.
My wife and I very much relate to your pain. As fellow wanderlust/inspired van owners of a similar age (minus child for now) we have been inspired by your videos for some time and feel oddly invested in your journey! We also struggle with maintaining healthy waistlines for long durations and have periodic needs to strip life back to basics to create the runway to focus on health. It’s not easy when life revolves around food, talking about food or travelling to eat different food. Take as long as you need out and don’t worry about us. Love your idea of a little community and perhaps even a organised group hike or something might be cool to try. Good luck guys.
Whatever you do, do it together and enjoy it. Noah will grow so quickly so take time out to enjoy whilst you can. Wishing you all the best.
No apologies needed. It's fun to watch the adventures.
I love the fact that you are all together, and like your friends the Newbys, that's probably the way it's going to stay. You guys give stability to people that have lost hope of happiness. You may say "that can't be true?"
But it is. Keep trusting yourself, you'll succeed. Because look what you've done so far.😊
😂😂”doggy bed” made me spit out my coffee!! I just love you two (three!) and how you embrace all your adventures and challenges, keeping it real, keeping it funny! 🎉Congrats 🎉 on your upcoming wedding! I so enjoy the glimpses of your lives you share with us. ❤️🇨🇦❤️
Happy you have made the decision to prioritise your health. I would really recommend to start by cutting out as much Highly Processed Food as possible. It really works at resetting the micro biome and the desire to eat more than is necessary. Best of luck guys, real food all the way xx
Yay! Beans!!❤. Love yall. Im so glad your not quitting, I was scared for a minute. Happy to wait for vids if and when you need to take a break and focus on your health. I live in the US and absolutely love watching your videos. I will watch as long as you continue making them. ❤
You two are such candid inspirations. Thanks for sharing little pieces of your life with us all, beans
Buy a property in the UK, get a mortgage. Continue being digital nomads for part of the year, and while you are away, rent your house out as an airbnb to pay the mortgage. I would personally find it very difficult to maintain a healthy diet while travelling, when there are so many new and interesting foods to try, and little routine to make it easy to prepare healthier food. You don't need to feel bad about yourselves regarding this issue. Most of us would end up the same way! You guys are my favourite youtubers! You're very genuine and relatable, always a pleasure to watch. Oh, and did you know they actually make dog beds for full grown adult humans?? They sell them on amazon, totally hilarious looking, but I bet they would be so comfy!
Noah’s sleep patterns/habits will change many times. Whatever you have to do now to accommodate, will be change in a year or two. You’re a darling family. It will all work out.
Mostly, just cut the carbs way down. Try to avoid sugars and toxic seed oils. Meats, fish, and above ground vegetables and you've got it made. Good for you for making the decision to better your health.
I am a 60 year old Nana. I was overweight and unhealthy all my life. 2 years ago I prioritised my health, best thing I have ever done. Especially to remain active with our grandchildren. My only regret is not doing it sooner. You will never regret it, you just have to prioritise it and make time. Sending you lots of good wishes. 💙👏🏻
same
Well done!! I’m 63 and really need to get back in shape! My physical health took a turn for the worse following covid lockdown, as I couldn’t go out on my bike.
Never felt so unfit and unhealthy, so will be inspired by you guys and all the comments! xx
@@teresatucker3446
Seriously the best thing I’ve done. I just gave myself time, prioritised me. 💙
Yes, That is it, make it part of your daily routine.
I so agree the reason can be different but we all need that push to get started good luck small steps will help😊
I love you two so much. I’d love to join you with the new healthy lifestyle! Excited! ❤ Thanks for the invite!
(I’m amazed how fast Noah is becoming a little boy and less a baby!! He’s brilliant!)
This brought back memories of keeping a German campsite awake all night with an overtired, screaming toddler who refused to go to sleep and then woke every 2 hours😖😰 A year later, he was fine, so my advice would be to stick with it as young kids do love campervanning.
You can do this! There'll be more challenges in the future. They could be worse...sickness, accidents, deaths. Stay healthy and safe. We'll see when we get there.
Please don't give up on family van life. We have 2 girls, in a transit mini bus. One sleeps in a murphy bed above our fixed double, the other is in a very similar set up to yourself. Our first night in the van, our youngest, who was 2 at the time, screamed, literally all night...allllllll night. There on after, she slept better and better.
Now, the first night in a while can be a challenge, but on the whole, both girls sleep better than at home, so do I. I don't know if it's being more active, being outside more, being close together as a family, or a combination of the three, but we all love being in our van.
Before you sale your van, think a bit longer term. Noah won’t be in this stage for long. When he is a bit older, he will understand bed time better and sleep where you put him.
All the best with staying healthy, happy and nourished in every possible way. 😊❤
Good luck to you both! I would love to join you in your journey of becoming healthier! I will watch whatever and whenever you post!
I turned 70 last year and it really hit me hard. Out of shape emotionally and physically and sad to be this age and so unhappy. In early April, I quit processed sugar cold turkey, and began eating really healthier with my husband. I've lost 25 lbs! My big appetite has shrunk! I'd love to join you in your journey! On another topic...Noah is as beautiful and cute as can be! He's quite a walker and runner now! Stay happy and healthy! ❤😊
Maybe it's just not big enough though and he needs his own room. I hope they continue to have a van either way
The correct word is sell not sale. “Before you sell your…”
Hi beanies! That is a great decision you made - hearing more to your bodies and health, I am sure, you will make it. Noah deserves good and healthy parents he can play and explore with. Keep going! 👍👋👋
I finally just started a low sodium, low sugar, better quality food diet because my health has been suffering. Good luck with your efforts! I will watch you guys no matter what! And--congratulations!!
I'm in the middle of my own personal health crisis, and I fully agree with the prioritization of your bodies' physical and mental health so that you can 1. Be the best parents for Noah, 2. Be the best spouse for each other, AND 3. Perhaps continue in your career as video creators. No pressure and lots of love being sent your way!! 🎉❤
i work with children and know how it feels when they don't sleep quick enough, you guys are doing sooo well, keep it up.
I am 69 years old and switched to a whole food plant-based diet 15 years ago. I am the only one in my family who has no health problems and can do as I please. I moved to Mexico as a solo woman expat after traveling as a nomad for 5 years. I hope you will explore a whole food plant-based diet. Oh yeah... I also lost 70 pounds!!! and have kept it all off even though I was fat since I was a little girl. Good luck with this new adventure!!!
Funny I did the exact opposite. I had been on a plant based diet and was sick in bed without any good days. I watched a video on the carnivore diet. I didn’t eat meat because I feel bad for the animals. Which I still do, so I only do pasture raised. But, I may have one bad day here and there but I too lost 70 plus and all my labs are excellent. I am 56 and I workout everyday for at least an hour!! I feel like I hit the health lotto. So if something doesn’t work don’t give up!!
@@lauragosnell2481I guess she never tried the full carno diet. Her case sounds like going to that from eating unhealthy. Western processed foods, fast food, sugar bombs etc... That's my guess. Anyway...
Good for you
Yes! My family went WFPB and we all lost weight without even trying. It was the easiest diet (actually new way of life) that I’ve ever done. I’m so happy knowing that I’ve reversed comorbidities and I can maintain this way of eating for the rest of my life. Look up doctors Esselstyn, Greger, Fuhrman, McDougall, and many more, who show the actual scientific evidence supporting a WFPB diet.
Love your videos, love you guys fat or thin. I went plant base for the animals and for my health and my weight dropped over the years. Good luck with your journey.❤️
We're in.. no mater what adventures and challenges life has in store for you all. We've been following you two... now three, for so long, you feel like family.
We're old parents.. we understand the challenges you young'ins go through and both worry about you and celebrate your victories. We applaud your taking the time to work it all out... and appreciate when you check in with us every now and again.
Definitely put on your own oxygen mask before helping others - self care is important! And helping yourselves means you'll be better parents to Noah, which is vital. Just take it one step at a time, and whether you choose to take us viewers along for the ride is entirely up to you. We're here, whether you post regularly or not. Take care and be well, all of you!
It’s a lifestyle change that will make the difference - by that I mean food choices, fitness and the like. I think it’s a great move in the right direction, which will in turn benefit your mental health 👍🏻 I support your decision 💯% Best to you guys in your new adventure!
Ah, there's my favorite beans. I will miss watching your videos, but I understand the health issues. I would love to join you on your health quests. Please keep me posted. 💌
Good on you both for getting fit. You will feel better mentally as well 👌
Hey, vast majority of us r gonna keep watching y'all even if ur just doing crossword puzzles! Y'all r smart/savvy and will figure it out. Best regards Blue & Monte
Congratulations! Can't wait to see the wedding photos!
You both are doing something that a lot of people can relate to. I applaud your joint decision to make your health a priority. It is hard to find a balance but when you are young and new parents, you could not have picked the right time. I am 68 years old and have struggled with loving cooking, baking, traveling, drinking wine and keeping all the effects of those loves. Good for you, I watch your channel faithfully and will continue to do so on this journey. Cheers!! I have lost five pounds this month. Coming back to the U.S. from a three month trip to Italy I got Covid 19 (first time) I lost five pounds as a result and stopped drinking any alcohol or having dessert with every meal. It's a start but it is not killing me. Keep the faith, your faithful fans are cheering you on.
I follow 30 vloggers (max) Travel Beans are my number ONE, honestly, why, because you are so honest with your vlogs, good times and not so good ones! So you are first of all parents to a beautiful boy and secondly you MUST put yourselves first and do what is right your family, your followers understand. (ignore the negative comments) I will look forward to your next vlog whenever it may be and will thumbs up it...before I watch it!
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I’m glad for your sakes that you want to change things up. But it’s your personality and sense of humour (both of you) that keeps me watching. It seems like you are being your best possible selves as you face all the challenges, including living part of your lives in public. All the best and take care.
So happy you made your commitment formal. As you two are such a great team in life. I hope your change in trying to be more fit gives you the results you are seeking. But don’t beat each other up, no matter what happens. Having the life partner is so much more valuable
Don’t be so hard on yourselves. You are both amazing and Noah is gorgeous. You need a comfortable sleeping place as number one priority. Congrats on your wedding plans.
Congratulations on the wedding. Health is everything. Support and motivation are so important. Re Noah in the van, also don't forget it's new and exciting, he'll be fine as he gets used to the setup. Go Beans!
I believe most viewers are here to follow your journey, where ever that leads you. So do what’s right for you. Also congratulations on your upcoming wedding.
Good for you both! Kinging it just got a new sponsor for their episodes that seems to be a good fit for your new initiative. It looks like a fitness and personal trainer system that could well fit with your semi-digital-nomadic lifestyle.
Exactly how myself and my husband are feeling. We have put ourselves last and now we want to put our health first again ❤
Congratulations on the beginning of great health good luck.
Congratulations!! Love you guys regardless of what size you are I'll always watch!Do what makes you happy! Carry on Beans!💝
I love watching the 3 of you travel around and exploring. It takes alot fo positivity to to say You want to work on yourself. you are both beautiful people and but do what you feel you need to do. We will all watch and enjoy new recipes with you both. Have fun and take care of your little bean and post when you have time. We will all be here waiting for you.
Similarly to you, my husband and I have realized that we have succeeded in so much - EXCEPT our health. That’s constantly on the back burner and this year we decided that everything else would take a step back and the priority would be our health. We started working out 3x a week in Feb and have been consistently doing it. We signed ourselves up for a half marathon in September to keep ourselves accountable. Then we started focusing on nutrition. I started intermittent fasting, which was easy to do with our schedule. Just small steps. Totally worth it, and wish you the best on your journey!
I really want to understand this phenomenon. Of the youtubers I follow who have young families, how is it the wee ones seem to grow up at an amazing accelerated pace? Noah was born a few episodes ago, and he’s running across the field. Time is crazy on this platform. It’s like watching a sitcom on TV where one season the kids are babies and the next they are in school.
You both are lovely people, no matter what size you are. Still, changing things in your life to improve your health is never a bad thing! Good luck!!!
Can’t believe your adorable baby is already walking. How time flies
Highly recommend using the NHS couch to 5k app. You don't need to reach 5k to feel the benefit. Just repeat the shorter run walks as its just great at getting you moving and do the stretching afterwards. It gently builds strength!
Do what you need too! Just so glad you weren't saying goodbye to us all and ending the channel! In my opinion Noah is at the hardest age. Old enough to have an opinion but but old enough to discuss it with you 🙂 when he is a bit older van life will be easier again. Just hang in there. Looking forward to what you guys try next.
Congrats on the upcoming wedding. So happy for you both. Good luck on your health journey from someone who sadly let things slip too much and now has mobility issues. Afterall your mental health is deeply entwined with how you feel physically as you no doubt already know. Ignore any negative comments because I'm damn sure you will have far more positive ones from those of us who love your humour and realness. Do things at your pace and keep being there for each other ❤
I’m so proud of you both. I too have been trying and trying to lose weight. I went on a weight loss plan and dropped 15 lbs, but as soon as I thought I was strong enough to begin making my own foods, I failed and gained it back. I work out 30 minutes a day but at 43, nothing is easy anymore. I’m glad you’re putting yourselves higher on the priority list. Congrats on the engagement also!!!
I would be keen to join you on a healthier journey. Actually, you guys have put me on that path already, though you don’t know me. I bought a red T4 in Australia a few years ago and stumbled on your channel shortly after. Your idea of having a van in USA inspired me to percolate that idea and as a result a week ago I arrived in the UK and in a week I pick up my new-to me van in the Netherlands to embark on my gap year (at age 54) travelling Europe and documenting it on RUclips!!!
I’ve been wanting to reach out to thank you for the inspiration so seeing your video today seemed like the perfect time to do so. Thank you.
It really was a health decision, to travel while I can, when the opportunity arose and to use the opportunity to get healthier also. So yes please, if you want support and collaboration on a healthier journey, I’m in!
Y’all have a very active lil man there. Totally adorable but wow all that energy.
If I see anyone being mean to you in the comments, I will give them a piece of my mind!! You guys are amazing, and thank you for reminding us that our health is most important ❤ And congrats on the nuptials!!
Give them a piece of mine too. This is third youtuber couple I know going through stuff, including negative feedback. There is no need for negativity.
'you'll do' made me laugh out loud. sending you lots of love. We've been having this same realisations about health taking a back seat. so sending lots of 💪💪 you got this!
I just found your channel and am so happy I did. My husband and I are in our late 50's and are full-time travelers. I feel your struggles with making our health a priority.
I look forward to engaging with you on this health-focused journey.
First of, congratulations on your pending marriage. So happy to hear you’re putting your health as priority. One suggestion. If you’re not doing this already, get in a cadence of having annual check up appointment with your doctor. Get your labs/tests done that are needed. It’s always great to know (versus not know) where your body stands in terms of “healthiness” Focus more on eating the right foods in a balanced way and getting exercise daily ( versus say taking vitamins/supplements, running 10ks etc). In retrospect, I wish i would have done this when I was your age. One more thing, constantly remind yourself that while you can’t “undo” some damage you’ve done from the past, but you can alter your behavior and priorities so that you have the greatest opportunity to live a long, healthy and happy life.
Hey y'all! Don't be too hard on yourself.... What you're starting to realize is that as you get older, it's harder to lose weight and harder to maintain your weight. Different foods are you were able to eat as you're young. You just can't eat them the same way you used to... So go slowly embrace this new life that you're going to have and enjoy it. Hugs to all
Prioritizing yourselves is wonderful.
Hahahaha we used to run a business. My son took his naps with his blanket in the cardboard boxes😂 thanks for the memory
Good for you two! Physical and mental health are so important. I'm impressed and wish you success. Congrats on the upcoming nuptials!
I’d be down to join a group…I’ve made the same decision to take care of myself and be more active in the past few days. Good luck guys! And congrats on the future wedding ❤️
You're singing to the choir regarding health and making that a priority. I look forward to seeing your journey, and I'm here for the duration!❤
You guys are great parents, taking great care of little Noah, making good decisions about healthy nutrition is essential for the energy you need, he will get more and more active as he gets older. (I'm a mum of 4) swimming has always been our go too, it's the healthiest way to makes you feel better physically and mentally.. Good on you both for making positive steps for better health.. 👏👏👏
No public shaming here. You two rock. Emma’s laugh is contagious 👍
Life’s full of excitement and uncertainty’s so face them and enjoy. Life is too short not to.
Love of love to the 3 of you. Trevor & Linda 🇬🇧
I take my hat off to you guys for trying to make it work (baby in the van). You’re doing your best that’s all you can do. ❤❤. Absolutely you have to put yourselves first. Congratulations on the wedding. ❤
Noah is to darn smart!
Noah = wildman.
Beans need to be happy beans ! We will be glad to see you whenever you can fit us in. We all will be here for you.
Brave beans! I rate you! I think your openness is beautiful and so brave to do so in front of so many people. Do what you have to do to take care of you ♥
oh my gosh I feel you. Weight management is such a struggle for some of us. It's good to focus on feeling good and being strong and active. I struggle with it and I have a home, routine, barely travel. I couldn't imagine how much of a challenge it is for you guys
Perhaps if you always start your video on what you did this week to improve your physical health you will encourage us to get healthier as well. A win win.
i am FIRST! what a great start to my 4 days off from work x yous are great
Hope you have an excellent few days off! 🙌
We love you guys. We’re the same age and experience the same struggles, so it feels like you’re speaking to our souls. You’re both beautiful people inside and out. Don’t be too hard on yourselves. ❤️
Edit: Congrats on finally getting married! 🎉🥳
I'm here for all of you regardless of how many videos you put out. There are thousands of vanlife videos out there, I choose to watch all of you because of you. 🥰 You're relatable, funny, and your struggles are similar to what many of us deal with. It's good to feel like you're not alone and that sense of community you get by following along with people that you feel are like-minded in a world that can make you feel so isolated. I'm older and know first hand the struggles you are facing. The two of you always seem to come to the right decision for you regardless of the rollercoaster you take to get there, and that is more often than not how it works for all of us. You're doing great, don't give up, and most of all don't be too hard on yourself. Parents need to be happy if they want their children to be happy, make that your priority while going through the hard times. 🫶🫶🫶
> Roseanna...you are a wise lady. ✔
Their relationship is Top Priority.
> "Parents need to be happy... if they want their children
to be happy."
> "I'm older and know first hand the struggles you are facing.
Without a strong marriage and loving home,
kids won’t Thrive. ( Fact )
So many parents....live to make their children Happy!
They put their kids, before their Spouse.
Marriage needs to be an unbreakable bond.
Is it the most important thing.
Before anything and anyone else!
It's your Top priority.
It's your job.
It's hard work.
(esp. these days when 50% of relationships end.)
i.e. Why? Because ...They're Not 'Happy.'
> I am sure you have set goals for your son.
> What are the goals for your relationship?
How hard are you willing to work?
This goal you just set > to get Healthy is Brilliant!
Together...you have a plan.
Your Health is so important.
So proud of you both!
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The purpose of life is not to 'Be Happy.'
To feel good ...all the time.
That's just called: Selfishness.
And.. Parents need to accept... that their children
can’t be happy All of the time.
Happiness can come and go in a day / a moment.
It's not to MAKE your child Happy.
Children know how to be happy...to find joy,
when they see love and are LOVED.
Life:
It is to be useful, to be honorable,
to be compassionate,
to have it... make some difference
that you have lived and lived well.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
> Teach children the tools to be Resilient.
To be helpful, kind, to appreciate the little things.
To be THANKFUL for our Blessings.
> That Life is Not perfect. We are here to learn.
Seek Contentment...
with What you have been given and Who you are!
People feel discontentment because they
THINK
> something is lacking in their lives,
> or they wish that things were different.
You are exactly who you were meant to be!
(that doesn't mean, we can't strive for improvement)
Be humble.
Be Aware & Thankful for your Blessings.
*Every morning & *Every evening
say it out loud, say it in a prayer
just what are You Thankful for!
Hope... keeps us going
Love.... keeps us alive.
Faith.... keeps us strong.
~ Joy is found when God is near.
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Sorry, I'm up and can't sleep...
so I'm rambling on and on.
Thankfully (haha) I am finished now.
> Life, is a freakin' roller coaster...Hold on.
Let's do this together. I started keto middle of April. I've lost 20 pounds so far. I am a nomad that wants to do more too. I'm 64 traveling the states with my 86 year old mother. So proud of you ❤
The Indie Projects is selling their off grid property in Portugal
I started to follow you after you visited the Newbys. I have watched every episode and love you. Congratulations on your upcoming Wedding. Please don't feel you need new content every week-those of us that follow you all have our own daily issues we deal with. Putting Noah and your health first is a priority. Love you guys, take care of one another❤
Basically I’ve come on to say I will watch whatever and whenever.
You are both so lovely and funny, Noah is a lucky boy.
Your lives have changed, it happens, you will find your way through.
Hugs and love xxx
No idea why you'd want to buy a place that's even colder than England, but you do you.
EXACTLY! And get 6 to 8 months of winter and total darkness😢
You now have a child. You need to focus on his needs : nursery, school, acquiring social skills by mixing with other kids within his age group. Buying in the EU unless you’re prepared to acquire residency is unrealistic
That bed was not even straight, it sloped. The steering wheel & other hard parts like the dashboard he could wake himself on
We completely understand your need and/or desire to pivot. Your priorities are correct 👍 We wish you the very best in your wellness journey and hope to see you on RUclips when you can. For the record, I’d watch whatever you’re doing, even if it’s simple living and routine ❤
Progress over perfection, and always practice self care. You have each others back, so, keep up the progress. Love your content, and take care of yourselves. Congratulations on the wedding plans!!
All the gigantic props for talking about the subjects, and being open. You pave the way for the rest of us to talk openly about it. Also, if you haven’t already found them, I highly suggest you check out the Huberman Lab podcast. A treasure trove of helpful information. As well as the Rich roll podcast.
Love you all three of you! If there’s anyway I can help ever you message me. I know we don’t know each other, but I know that doesn’t matter to me.