I'm A Registered Nurse Living In a 2014 Chevy Suburban

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  • Опубликовано: 10 дек 2024

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  • @JohnBoyJoy
    @JohnBoyJoy Год назад +2729

    how does one go to school, work and make youtube videos while living in a vehicle!!!? wow! congratulations man! love your hard work ethic!

    • @diamonddogs6037
      @diamonddogs6037 Год назад +110

      Time management my friend not easy but it becomes a system after a few times you wont know any other way to live.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +458

      I honestly bit more than I can chew doing all of that together to the point where I had to prioritize school for the last 2 months in order to pass. Thank you!

    • @veronicalillianmoses9571
      @veronicalillianmoses9571 Год назад +27

      Like me full time is 3x a week 12hours

    • @audrey136
      @audrey136 Год назад +25

      He’s young

    • @pnoyguitar
      @pnoyguitar Год назад +66

      When you put your mind into it, anything is possible.

  • @chrisbuff6584
    @chrisbuff6584 Год назад +484

    After 10 1/2 years as a truck driver I cannot count how many times I cooked in my truck. A 1500 watt inverter ran a microwave, coffee pot, tv, xbox, cooktop, laptop, and electric blanket when needed. It is amazing how one can become creative out of necessity. I am extremely happy to see you in a roomier vehicle. That Camaro looked brutal!

    • @aaggroberlin19
      @aaggroberlin19 Год назад +1

      Hold on... Are you one of those people that raided with with a european like me in destiny while being in a truck back in the days? :D

    • @sharaihmolyneaux8181
      @sharaihmolyneaux8181 11 месяцев назад +5

      Chris, I want to use a standard electric blanket in my vehicle. Can you please tell me more about what you used to power your stuff? Thank you.

    • @fastfowardbutton1965
      @fastfowardbutton1965 11 месяцев назад +4

      How did you get Wi-Fi? How does someone get Wi-Fi to study or for whatever?

    • @Carloscassano1
      @Carloscassano1 9 месяцев назад +1

      Can you share what you use for heating and cooling?

    • @shirleywhite708
      @shirleywhite708 8 месяцев назад +2

      It would be interesting to, to see how the truckers homestead in a moderate truck. Easier in the ones that look like a home.

  • @ifrag9215
    @ifrag9215 Год назад +408

    I'm a retired NYC correction officer and a USMC/military veteran. After my retirement from corrections, I became a Registered Nurse. And just like you, I tell everyone that will listen that going to nursing school and working as a nurse is the hardest thing I have ever done.

    • @leslie4351
      @leslie4351 Год назад +17

      I have so much admiration and respect for Nurses, EMTs & Drs! We desperately need sweet ones like Arslan! GOD BLESS YOU & HOW YOU WERE RAISED! 🤗🫂🇺🇸🌻🦋

    • @mojo4369
      @mojo4369 Год назад +17

      Wow, I'm a nurse of 40 years and that validation is huge. Thank you for that and for all that you have done!

    • @ifrag9215
      @ifrag9215 Год назад +2

      @@mojo4369 🙏

    • @Patricia_Stewart337
      @Patricia_Stewart337 Год назад +9

      Being a MOM, my hardest and most rewarding job!

    • @void-walker-
      @void-walker- Год назад

      nurse is harder x1000 somebody needs attention lol @@Patricia_Stewart337

  • @deedeesmith3073
    @deedeesmith3073 Год назад +540

    I’m a retired nurse. I love seeing a young person so motivated to save money and dedicated to helping people and using energy in a positive manner. Good job on finishing registered nursing school !

    • @grantbishop1961
      @grantbishop1961 Год назад +13

      I'm so glad he upgraded to an SUV, that Camero was squished. It hurt my legs to watch those older videos haha.

    • @ladydi-lynn
      @ladydi-lynn Год назад +8

      My husband has been a psych RN for 30+ years and will be retiring in 2 years, he has a nice pension, lifetime medical for both of us. You will always have a job as a RN.

    • @1omondimoses
      @1omondimoses Год назад +5

      You should join the military as a military doctor, the survival skills will be vital

    • @patriciahitt1445
      @patriciahitt1445 8 месяцев назад

      All that work and effort wouldn't it have been easier just to buy a burger

    • @EVIL-C
      @EVIL-C 5 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@patriciahitt1445There's no fun in that, plus it's cheaper making your own, and tastes better.

  • @justisforalll
    @justisforalll Год назад +275

    I am a nurse and I live in a schoolbus! Im gonna start making videos too this is such an inspiring channel! Thank you for being so vulnerable

    • @Soapboxministry
      @Soapboxministry 6 месяцев назад +1

      Hey do you have videos yet

    • @letitiahenry6113
      @letitiahenry6113 4 месяца назад +1

      What is your name on RUclips or other social media? I’m a travel nurse looking at what options to live out of. Currently I just do tents/yurts/cabins & some motels while traveling in jeep

  • @vickypastrana1245
    @vickypastrana1245 Год назад +35

    Traveling nurse to start your job. Gives you a lot of housing allowance. Continue on to a Bachelor Science degree, more room for advancement. Work in California, higher pay, high rent which you don’t have to worry about. You’ll be able to save for your land in no time. Contracts usually run in weeks, depending on what you choose. Hospitals also have shower areas. My relatives did that

  • @kerim.peardon5551
    @kerim.peardon5551 Год назад +236

    You are perfectly set up to be a travel nurse. From what I understand, they make better pay per hour than a permanent job, so you can save up faster while checking out different places before deciding where you want to settle down.

    • @conniesaratoga3194
      @conniesaratoga3194 Год назад +20

      Yes, travel nurses usually make quite a bit more than stationary staff nurses, though not as much as they were pulling in during the covid crisis. However, it is generally recommended, if not outright necessary, for a new nurse to first work as a staff nurse in the position with a long term employer for at the very least 1 to 2 years while they are getting that crucial on the job training for the exact position they are going to pursue as a travel nurse later, as you don't get exact, detailed skills training for each of the hundreds of different potential nursing positions that exist while in Nursing school. Plus, since travel nurses as filling in a need for understaffed clinic's, they rarely have time to train the travel nurses who are expected to already have a good amount of experience and knowledge about the skills needed to be able to just jump in and start treating patients without much supervision or instruction. So he will probably have to settle in some area for the next two years after he decides where he wants to hopefully land a job. But he will probably consider California as they respect their nurses more than any other state and not only pay the highest salaries on average, but also have unionized most nurses and so the mandated nurse to patient ratios are much lower than most every other state(though Oregon just became only the second state to pass a law mandating the lower, and thus much safer for the patients and also the nurses, patient ratios). So living out of the SUV for even a good number of years doesn't have to cause him physical issues, and could make it possible to save more of a high salary even in the very high cost of living state of California!

    • @jsoll1695
      @jsoll1695 Год назад +4

      Congrats. I’m new to your channel but what an inspiration you are. You are starting out right in life. With what is going on in the world today. It’s hard to stay free. Enjoy your trip out to your friends place. Stop smell the roses along the way then decide which way to go on your journey through life.

    • @ladydi-lynn
      @ladydi-lynn Год назад +4

      ​@@conniesaratoga3194My husband has been a Psych RN for 30+ years and we live in Southern California, he is unionized and makes really good money with excellent benefits. It is expensive to live here though, so we will be moving out of state when retires.

    • @gr8macaw1
      @gr8macaw1 Год назад +1

      I came to the US 40 years ago as a traveling nurse on an 18 month contract. Travelled across the US working short stay contracts 1-3 months. Met my husband fell in love and never returned to the UK. Nursing was a great job back then. It only took a couple of days to get licensed and you could walk into HR get seen by the unit manager and offered a job on the spot and start work the next week.

    • @bittenrevell3977
      @bittenrevell3977 Год назад

      Plus not get involved in office politics!!!! I " floated" and went from co to co handling their admin backlogs...... LOVED it!!!

  • @brian7454
    @brian7454 Год назад +290

    This world needs more people with your amount of determination and perseverance. Mad respect for you bro 🙌👊

  • @gemum4219
    @gemum4219 Год назад +19

    Arslan, you have everything covered but just in case this helps. Know that paper towel you use to wipe your face or dry your hands? Keep one or two because you can use it to wipe down your pan, and dish so you use less water. The paper towel is there so you may as well make a second use of it.

  • @robertjones8260
    @robertjones8260 Год назад +178

    To accomplish what you’ve accomplished while living in vehicles is absolutely amazing. You should be proud of your work ethic and determination!

  • @LouisKohman
    @LouisKohman Год назад +887

    Congrats! 🎉 Cheers to the next chapter!

    • @annrothgeb2524
      @annrothgeb2524 Год назад +13

      Congratulations on your Graduation 🎉

    • @vwboy2012
      @vwboy2012 Год назад +7

      Definitely congratulations 🎊

    • @FoodNerds
      @FoodNerds Год назад +6

      Congratulations! If you live in Houston, then I hope I get to be your patient.

    • @FoodNerds
      @FoodNerds Год назад +7

      You have a fridge now!

    • @Chip-ou3we
      @Chip-ou3we Год назад +1

      Your only 29 NOT THE HARDEST THING YOUL EVER DO

  • @mojo4369
    @mojo4369 Год назад +201

    Retired nurse living in a 6x10 converted cargo trailer (by choice) with my husband after selling our home of 20 years. Glad to see you doing this young. You can save a lot of money that will bring you many more options in life. Congratulations on your RN!! Take advantage of every opportunity in nursing-there are so many things you can do. Loved the 40 years I put in and glad to pass the baton. Be safe!!

    • @rayhvncho
      @rayhvncho Год назад +6

      good luck in life! you sound like you had a wonderful yet demanding journey

    • @m.l.e.8956
      @m.l.e.8956 Год назад +3

      You can keep going with your education and become a nurse anesthesiologist 👍🏻💯

  • @lauraa2778
    @lauraa2778 Год назад +213

    Congratulations Arslan! That's huge news!! That is inspirational! - (A RN who could not have done what you did ... I lived out of a motel/hotel and then somebody's floor for about 2 months when I started nursing school, but not out of a car so mad respect for what you did during this time, esp. living and studying and working out of a vehicle!)

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +19

      Thanks Laura! I'm so glad all that hard work paid off at the end

    • @kareng8499
      @kareng8499 Год назад +12

      Congrats frm.a retired nurse....you are admired and blessed. Stay blessed stay safe. But mostly stay Loved

    • @patriciaroberts2626
      @patriciaroberts2626 Год назад

      Do you have an email where you can receive information ? You have great determination and what it takes to climb to the top.

  • @7ab3tha
    @7ab3tha Год назад +63

    "If you don't schedule a break, then your body will take one for you, and probably not at a convenient time." See some sights along the way. You will be working your whole life, don't rush it. 💞 congratulations on all you have accomplished thus far!

  • @AtlantisIsMyHome
    @AtlantisIsMyHome 10 месяцев назад +14

    Dude you deserve nothing but respect…. You deserve all the blessings ✨😊

  • @rebeccaeblin3413
    @rebeccaeblin3413 Год назад +118

    Congratulations from one nurse to another 🎉you will be challenged on this career path but believe me when I say that it is and will always will be worth it. I just retired after 30 years!! 😊

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +11

      Thank you Rebecca! I hope you enjoy retirement, this must be exciting for you!

  • @maureen14
    @maureen14 7 месяцев назад +19

    Thank you to ALL the nurses out there!! ❤

  • @kellyhauber7891
    @kellyhauber7891 Год назад +40

    No need to rush through life. Nice to have your nursing degree. You will always be able to find a job now. Enjoy the ride!

  • @yvonnesmeltzer4011
    @yvonnesmeltzer4011 Год назад +39

    Congratulations on becoming a Registered Nurse. I live in Las Vegas we need nurses and Doctors here. I am happy you are in bigger vehicle now.

  • @yulisatran8251
    @yulisatran8251 Год назад +129

    This living lifestyle makes me realize that we actually don't need too much to exist!!! Questioning myself what I'm doing all these time. This is so inspiring to watch! I wish him all the best!

    • @chance2756
      @chance2756 Год назад

      We don't need much but we don't deserve to live like slaves either. You can't have kids living like that. It's not something you should be inspired by, you should be angry at how the government has stolen our birthright to the point where this is the only option. Colleges shouldn't cost this much, rent shouldn't be this high, food, gas, everything is overinflated.

    • @thisistheendministries2557
      @thisistheendministries2557 Год назад +4

      Well then you go live in a car.

    • @qt6137
      @qt6137 Год назад +1

      Yup

    • @Ppeshku
      @Ppeshku Год назад +2

      We have lives, yes and I think all lives are equal, no matter if you live in a car, a house, an apartment or a palace. No matter if you are ritch or poor. It is your mindset. If you think about yourself you will be okay and knowing how to survive will help you suceed. Flashy jeweles and expensive lifestyle is not for everyone, nor everyone needs it. Some people are happy with less and that's the true wealth. Be happy with what you have.

  • @denisefarmer366
    @denisefarmer366 Год назад +11

    You're a real sweetheart! Im a 72 yr old granny and you are an inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing yourself and speaking so freely with us. More videos would be great!

  • @austinbullock5841
    @austinbullock5841 Год назад +188

    This dude is smart, and living. He's a great example on why we shouldn't have to live in the govt's standards. Congrats dude and I wish you the best on your path to nursing

    • @inglouriousmofo
      @inglouriousmofo Год назад +1

      government is religion, never knew?

    • @austinbullock5841
      @austinbullock5841 Год назад +12

      @@inglouriousmofo not sure what your trying to say. But thanks for the reply.

    • @thisistheendministries2557
      @thisistheendministries2557 Год назад +1

      Well, then you go live in a car.

    • @austinbullock5841
      @austinbullock5841 Год назад +1

      @@thisistheendministries2557 thanks i just may

    • @thisistheendministries2557
      @thisistheendministries2557 Год назад +1

      @@austinbullock5841 have fun for that one, or two nights that it lasts. And if you’re in a cold state, enjoy during a blizzard.

  • @teerycruz8025
    @teerycruz8025 Год назад +69

    I LOVE THE WAY YOU LIVE LIFE ON YOUR OWN TERMS,NOT FOLLOWING "NORM"! I'm the same exact way brother. Stay blessed and safe

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +11

      Your observation is correct - haha. I tend to do things "my way" and my style often rubs people the wrong way! but I'm just doing me, you know? thanks Terry

  • @muniondalenewyurk6777
    @muniondalenewyurk6777 Год назад +32

    Congratulations on graduating from nursing school! 😊👏🏾👏🏾
    I have worked at a hospital for 22 years in administration and always admired physicians, nurses, EMTs , PAs ect Thank you for your dedication to patients! Best wishes! ❤️

  • @AmyR713
    @AmyR713 Год назад +170

    I’m an RN also and couldn’t agree with you more! It was the hardest thing I ever did as well but it has been worth it! I did travel nursing for many years and had a blast! Learned a lot along the way. I’ve been a nurse for 28 years now and can’t imagine doing anything else. Congratulations to you!! I think you should make stops along the way, enjoy the process of traveling from east to west and share with us, please! 💜

    • @KANTHAYA
      @KANTHAYA Год назад +7

      Thank you for being you!!

    • @martaaltheide5146
      @martaaltheide5146 Год назад +9

      Is this young man real? No safe space, no service animal, no excuses! Not entitled and great brain, made it through RN school and passed Nursing Boards. Kudos! Blessings.

  • @FemmiGirlz
    @FemmiGirlz Год назад +62

    What a cool guy you are. I find that incredible as young as you are that you thought ahead to save money to put yourself through school and then graduated from a car to a van and then an SUV you’re just incredible.

  • @purearea5142
    @purearea5142 Год назад +116

    I am 42, a formally abused and neglected child, married off at 16 yrs of age, a mother of 6, an ex wife of 15 years to a military officer,, and now a nurse. Nursing school is the hardest thing I have ever gone through in my life. I cried many tears and went without sleeping many nights but I wouldn’t change it for the world!

    • @theloveyourfacegal2773
      @theloveyourfacegal2773 11 месяцев назад +11

      6 kids & nursing school, I'm impressed 💕

    • @shonuf5152
      @shonuf5152 11 месяцев назад +11

      Wow! You're incredibly resilient. I regret that you were abused and neglected but the rough upbringing makes your example even more amazing. I applaud your go get it spirit and resolve to rise above a difficult past. You're a tremendous inspiration.

    • @carrillopink76
      @carrillopink76 8 месяцев назад +4

      ❤❤❤❤ u did it!!!! I'm so sorry 😢 for what happen to u as a child.

    • @JUSTABITOFSHORTS
      @JUSTABITOFSHORTS 7 месяцев назад

      May god bless you and your children you are a living proof of resilience and strength. I wanna ask how long is nursing school and how long for me to be fully registered nurse ?

    • @Lovely-ib8ks
      @Lovely-ib8ks 6 месяцев назад +1

      Congratulations!
      I am in nursing school right now and have had moments where have wanted to give up . Definitely hard !

  • @brandimullins8813
    @brandimullins8813 Год назад +59

    Mad respect to you for accomplishing your goals while living the camper life. Ive been homeless and it sucked. I didn't have the luxury of having a car to live in. Its amazing to see you make living in vehicles work for you while you earned your degree. Best wishes to you in your medical career. Lord knows we need more great nurses in America.

  • @ChristysChannelYall
    @ChristysChannelYall Год назад +65

    Mad props to you man!! Been a RN for 23 years. I’m looking to retire asap as I am WORN OUT. We need more of us and you are young so will have the energy needed! Congrats 🎉

    • @ll3328
      @ll3328 Год назад +15

      i was completely burnt out, switched to in homecare it's def a pay cut but still making 70k 1 patient 40 a week and it's simply the best job i've every had, no stress. sometimes you just gotta get out of those hsp or ltc

    • @streetsofgold4310
      @streetsofgold4310 Год назад

      ​@@ll3328Home Health Care is definitely less stressful, but you can lose your nursing skills because you are not using them as much.

  • @Yoyoshin90
    @Yoyoshin90 Год назад +6

    Thank you I was feeling low with my work and living conditions I watched your videos I have motivation to work harder rather than crying about it

  • @Off-Duty
    @Off-Duty Год назад +10

    You’re a very humble guy, I like you. Keep it up. You’re the type of guy I’d like for a nurse. Reliable.

  • @trishignao8191
    @trishignao8191 Год назад +8

    Retired RN here. Hubby was a travel nurse and we had a 32 ft trailer. Had our trailer in a for a service longer than we wanted and used our Expedition to stay in for two weeks. I remember hopping in the back for a rest after a long drive and shocking two women when they saw my hubby and I climbing out the back of the Expedition at the rest area. They were in awe and asked how we set it up. It was nothing like yours but it served a purpose. Congratulations on graduating and all the best in your future as an RN.

  • @fudsicle678
    @fudsicle678 Год назад +9

    Been nursing over 40 years. Worth it. Essential workers almost always have work. Have fun in the process too. Congratulations!!!

  • @maineapple52
    @maineapple52 Год назад +28

    So good to hear you made it. Last I heard you were flunking classes. Nurses are very special people. It takes a certain kind of person to be a nurse. CONGRATULATIONS!!! WOOT, WOOT!!! 😘

    • @Melinda_LL
      @Melinda_LL Год назад +2

      Oh my goodness! You are so right! It really takes an organized and movtivated person to go into nursing! I've not taken any nursing classes...but I've seen my friends struggle hardcore!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +10

      The struggle was real...! Haha, feels good being over with that, ughhhhhh ❤

  • @lauriecalkins781
    @lauriecalkins781 Год назад +15

    Retired registered nurse here! You are absolutely awesome! You got the world by the tail dude!❤️❤️❤️

  • @Bronte866
    @Bronte866 Год назад +97

    Many, many thanks to the male nurses who’ve helped me when I’ve been in the hospital. The kindest. most patient & truly compassionate nurses I’ve ever had have been male nurses. Best of luck to you!! ❤️🇺🇸

  • @hypnautycs
    @hypnautycs Год назад +49

    I’ve been watching you for a bit and seeing you earn your nursing degree is incredible. I am so excited and proud of you. My mom's a RN and she always talks highly about traveling nurses. I'm not too familiar with it, but perhaps that's a path you can take in the future, as it combines traveling and nursing.

  • @bigzachful
    @bigzachful Год назад +14

    Dude you are a huge inspiration for me. I am a nursing student and work part time. Plus my gf works full time as a CNA while she goes for her LPN. We’re busy all the time with school because it’s no joke. But if you really dedicate yourself to it it’s not as tough as some people may think. But it takes actual dedication to pass.

    • @corriehordyk3342
      @corriehordyk3342 10 месяцев назад

      Stick to it. Itis hard but worth it in the end. Go for it!!

  • @SABOREAME68
    @SABOREAME68 Год назад +42

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐ First and foremost, Congratulations on acquiring your RN. Having said that, I would advise you to get your BSN degree, simply because wherever you work the institution will always think of you first when they are ready to promote you as you go up the ladder. Furthermore, you can get your BSN online and the best thing is that you don't have to retake your RN boards. I been following you from the beginning of your adventures. BTW, your self haircut looks COOL it gives you that "Marine" vibe look. May you always have a smile on your face, love in your heart, and happiness within your Soul. Stay Safe & Healthy... Abrazos

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +8

      Yessss, I found one person who likes my haircut - haha! Thanks for the advice. I see myself getting further education for sure, as I like to, as you said, "go up the ladder."

  • @tammywines7343
    @tammywines7343 Год назад +19

    Aww Congratulations sweetheart. I know how terribly hard and stressful being on nursing school can be. I completed my degree in 1987 with 2 small boys and single. After almost 37 years I'm planning my retirement at my 40th year. I've never worried about being employed and neither will you. Bless you, you seem so chilled, go look at land in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia, cheap and plenty of great land. Best wishes my dear.

    • @chance2756
      @chance2756 Год назад +1

      You used to be able to work at McDonald's over the summer to afford a year of tuition, what happened? Why is nobody asking that question?

    • @edxander7169
      @edxander7169 Год назад +1

      ​@@chance2756she didn't say that 😅

    • @tammywines7343
      @tammywines7343 Год назад

      @@chance2756 Well in the 80s, 90s when we were attending college we didn't have all the excess that students do today. I remember we attended our classes , actually we were taught how too save money and we shared. These colleges have to pay for all the extras like sport's, huge gathering spaces, those big buildings cost big money.

  • @jebbyplaysvr
    @jebbyplaysvr 4 месяца назад +2

    This guys has such an innocent, kind energy to him. Kudos to you. Congrats on becoming an RN

  • @danio2634
    @danio2634 Год назад +16

    I love how you added an uncut section at the end of the video. It adds another authentic layer to your daily living videos while adding a white-noise/ASMR touch! Congrats on your degree Arslan!!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +5

      This is great feedback, thank you so much. You guys shape this channel with your feedback, so I recommend more people do it! ❤

    • @RexakonGaming
      @RexakonGaming Год назад +1

      @@solarcampercarI would love 30 min unedited clips separate, it helps me sleep especially with no talking. It’s like asmr white noise

  • @LaBooF42
    @LaBooF42 Год назад +40

    My man, you are salt of the earth. Genuinely inspiring to see you work hard and sacrifice comfort for your goals/future. Keep killing it!

  • @homesteadrn.8810
    @homesteadrn.8810 Год назад +4

    I’m sharing this video with my son that lives in Texas in his car. What an inspiration you are‼️

  • @TC-vg3pr
    @TC-vg3pr Год назад +31

    The world needs more people like you. What an inspirational story ! Good luck in all of your future endeavors !

  • @kickrocks1016
    @kickrocks1016 Год назад +15

    Arslan, you are an amazing person! You are living like no one else today, so you can live like no one else tomorrow! Great job getting your RN and keeping the humble lifestyle yet still finding time to edit/post these amazing videos! You sir are the PROOF that anyone can make a good life if they put their mind to it! Love the videos and thank you for sharing along the way, GREAT JOB!!

  • @paulacruz6239
    @paulacruz6239 Год назад +6

    Just a note, even if you use a monoxide alarm, please try to have a window somewhat open for air to easily renovate, also I would suggest you make a "cover" to put on top of your firing pan so you will not end up with grease all over the vehicle, you can make a square out of wood, with one side open and a small hole for air and even use a tube to redirect the cooking air to a window opening.

  • @TheACEPHEONIX
    @TheACEPHEONIX Год назад +16

    seriously bro. Your amazing. school, registered nurse, living in a vehicle and enjoying it, you made me admire & respect you so much your an inspiration. I hope i can be at least half as determined as you are.👏🤜

  • @machete8614
    @machete8614 Год назад +87

    Dude, I just saw one of your videos for the first time like two weeks ago, and already here you are graduating. I just wanted to tell you, human to human, good job man. Congratulations. You're definitely not living in a car forever. You're ingenious enough that you're going to have the most impressive pad one day, with an actual kitchen and bed. Maybe a giant garden and some sheep. There are instances in life that I see people and I think, "I really want them to have the best life". You're one of those people. Good luck to you, man. You're a prime representative of our species. I do have one question: Have you ever told your colleagues what you do or how you live, or even like invited them to see it for themselves, or are you just really personal about it? I'm just curious.

    • @gr8macaw1
      @gr8macaw1 Год назад +4

      Watching you’re video’s it reminded me of a guy I worked with, a freelance radiology tech. He worked nights on the weekend. The hospital allowed him to sleep in the hospital parking lot at the back of the hospital. Do hospitals in the US allow you to do that?

    • @incemomnia
      @incemomnia Год назад

      ​@@gr8macaw1maybe for travel nurses

    • @sellbydate
      @sellbydate Год назад +2

      He could of liked this comment.
      Very sweet 😍 what you said 💕

    • @signalfire6691
      @signalfire6691 Год назад

      @@gr8macaw1 Hospitals have cars parked in the lots 24/7 - both employees as well as relatives of patients. Likely they would never notice if you left your shift at night and didn't drive away. You could always ask but that would alert them. Get friendly with the hospital security staff. I had a friend whose employer loved that he was parked out back - he was on call for emergencies of all kinds (tech work). Gyms (as well as the hospital itself) are sometimes open 24 hours a day, to shower, exercise, etc. Of course bigger cities have all night long restaurants. If you plan ahead and make use of lots of batteries and solar, this is very viable. It was my Plan B if I ever became homeless. By the way, most hospital employees are paid VERY well; lots of times the shifts are 12 on, 12 off, 3 or 4 day weeks. Lots of free time. Saving money like this you could retire at age 35 or 40, easily.

    • @deb7518
      @deb7518 Год назад +3

      I just found your videos today. I'm really enjoying your clever setups, both in the Chevy now and the car before. I had one suggestion for you. I saw in another van lifer's videos that she cleaned dishes by wiping the food off, then spraying each item from a spray bottle using white vinegar and water and wiping them off thoroughly. The white vinegar not only helps remove any leftover bacteria from meat, fish, eggs, etc., but it helps remove the odors after cooking. It's cheap, too. I would get a jug and also a small bottle. That way you're not always running out. You can keep the small bottle handy near where you use it, but stow the jug away somewhere less accessible. Don't worry...when you clean or disinfect with it, the vinegar small disapates quickly. Off topic, but I did notice a satisfied, proud smile in your clip of Graduation Day. You repressed it, but you should be proud. You're a very accomplished, motivated person. Also, I think that the reason cops, etc., don't harass you is that you keep your vehicle and yourself so neat. I think some folks throw appearances out the window, and opt for a scruffy bohemian look and it draws bad attention. It's just as easy to dress neatly, even from a thrift store, and comb your hair. I remember a homeless woman in the Midtown area of our city who I didn't really realize was homeless for a while because she was always so neat with her appearance. She didn't carry a million scruffy bags, but just one neat tote with a few simple pieces of clothing that could all be mixed and matched...and a large spiral-bound notebook and pen. I only figured out she was homeless when I saw that she consistently rotated through a few key places where one could sit undisturbed in public, with occasional breaks getting on and off the city bus. Anyway...enjoying your channel!😊

  • @helenehendrikse9625
    @helenehendrikse9625 11 месяцев назад +6

    Congrats ! I’m a nurse and school was really hard ! It’s a great career though and soon enough you’ll have your land !

  • @gyoung185
    @gyoung185 Год назад +23

    Congratulations you did it! 🎉
    It's impressive on how you live on your own and you pushed through nursing like that.
    I'm in nursing school right now, Its tuff, and I can't wait till I finish. You're motivating. 😊

  • @johnkelly9451
    @johnkelly9451 Год назад +15

    I have to have white noise as well. For me, my mind is always on and busy, white noise drowns it out so I can quit thinking and planning and always being too busy and finally get rest at night. Kudo's to you and your achievements. Inspiring. Love all your electronics and planning. Being rent free and achieving your goals is going to be huge in your future. Cheering for you and impressed!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +2

      Thanks for saying that! ❤️

    • @rachellilley1518
      @rachellilley1518 Год назад +2

      I like white noise too, my husband hates it. I find that when you are feeling lonely, it removes that feeling.

    • @IwhowasdatXD960
      @IwhowasdatXD960 Год назад +1

      Personally i also enjoy white noise, especially when it rains. When it is silent im usually just thinking, plus you never know when you will hear a loud sound that wakes you up. I basically just have my fans on and music playing quietly.

  • @kathyschaefer2455
    @kathyschaefer2455 11 месяцев назад +2

    I drove a truck for 14 years and lived in it. I’m 69 now and working on a mini bus so I will be able to stand and walk in it. Not young anymore so can’t bent over all the time. You go it’s great and yes you should be able to save a lot living this way. Oh this is 6 months old video I do hope you have stopped a lot of different places and enjoy your trip.

  • @SuperClare
    @SuperClare Год назад +12

    Don’t feel that you HAVE TO become a nurse. You set a goal to graduate - you did that! Kudos to you!!!
    Do what makes your heart sing!!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +3

      That's a good motto to live by ❤ ==> "Do what makes your heart sing"

  • @mariadmaldonado7979
    @mariadmaldonado7979 Год назад +19

    Since you're taking time for yourself, take the scenic route and explore different states while heading towards Nevada. Good to see you back on YT. Congrats on your nursing degree. I myself retired as an RN two years ago. Stay well!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад

      Good to be back ❤ I will see where the road will take me next :)

  • @ohnoitsu1
    @ohnoitsu1 8 месяцев назад +3

    I came from the video of you in the camero where you wished for a fridge to store your creamer... look at you now! I also am finishing up my first year as a RN so big congratulations for you... It has been extremely difficult indeed lol

  • @maryannrogers8675
    @maryannrogers8675 Год назад +8

    Jersey Girl here who has also been a RN for 40 years. I worked full time until 1 1/2 years ago and now work part time after being covid nurse for 2 years. Counting down the shifts to my retirement. Congratulations on getting your nursing degree. You can now start studying and preparing for nursing board examinations.

  • @sameerazenib9678
    @sameerazenib9678 Год назад +26

    Your family must be so proud of you but more importantly how proud you must feel of yourself! Well done You! 👏 👏👏

    • @Patricia_Stewart337
      @Patricia_Stewart337 Год назад

      It’s a beautiful family!
      Arslan,I can’t get over your sister, and your amazing 9- year old niece!!!!

    • @winwinwithnature8463
      @winwinwithnature8463 Год назад

      I just wrote the same comment XD

  • @Mastiff1989
    @Mastiff1989 Год назад +4

    When i think it could be difficult to fall asleep i love turn on some audio books with my favourite voice actor. Makes falling asleep often much easyer

  • @tiachantelou119
    @tiachantelou119 Год назад +8

    Awesome human being. A life devoted to helping/saving lives. God bless our medical nurses! Such an adventure dear heart. I see you and honor you. ❤

  • @tamitarekolayan9918
    @tamitarekolayan9918 Год назад +12

    Congratulations on your RN degree! I’m a retired RN after 30 years! It was the hardest degree and hardest career, but I couldn’t imagine anything else!! My only advice is take care of yourself first before you can care for others! Please even on your worst days, please treat your patients like you would want to be treated. ❤🙏

  • @Sojournerofhope
    @Sojournerofhope Год назад +30

    Congrats to you and your nursing career my fellow nurse. I’ve been in for twenty and just want you to know the sky is the limit! I totally can see you doing travel nursing in the future since you’re already setup. Blessings to you!

  • @Taxer239
    @Taxer239 Год назад +16

    Definitely do stops in big cities! I think it would be great to see your thoughts on them and how you have to adapt your living style to each new city. And I also think you should enjoy your cross-country road trip. See the sights, enjoy the local food, etc.

  • @MariE-go7ol
    @MariE-go7ol 11 месяцев назад +4

    Congratulations on being a nurse!! I am a nurse too and many years ago I did traveling nurse too. I’m impressed with your build.

  • @kimprocarione5473
    @kimprocarione5473 10 месяцев назад +1

    I definitely loved facing out the back of my van set-up! I loved backing up to some form of nature and looking out!

  • @ForMyGrievousFault
    @ForMyGrievousFault Год назад +7

    Congrats on becoming an RN, brother! Your hard work and dedication is admirable.

  • @freetheppl5376
    @freetheppl5376 Год назад +21

    Arslan, You did AWESOME! Congratulations on ur nursing degree! I'am an RN too and its a Very tough degree to get but, it Opens so many doors and areas to go into. There are over 4 million nurses nation wide in a wide varity of areas of practice. Looking forward to seeing ur journey as it unfolds. May Jesus keep you safe and God bless you! Thanks for sharing ur life with us! 🙂P.S. u deserve a much needed break.

  • @SpencerFormula
    @SpencerFormula 11 месяцев назад +7

    Thank you for sharing your story. I just graduated and am starting to work as an RN as well. I really understand you when you said that it's the hardest thing you've ever done. I am so inspired by your story, and I love your plan of buying a land, having solar farm. I love it so much that I might just do it myself. If you're ever in Los Angeles area, I would love to meet you. Until then, please keep updating your story, how you live the minimalist lifestyle and continue to inspire others. Thank you!!!

    • @corriehordyk3342
      @corriehordyk3342 10 месяцев назад

      Congratulations. Nursing is a wonderfully earning career with so many options to choose from. Enjoy the journey an stay away from the politicking

  • @nursegirlsrock
    @nursegirlsrock Год назад +13

    Congratulations on your graduation and nursing license! I've been an RN for 23 years so far, some times are great other times are difficult- you can have a great career, I love nursing! On your trip out to Nevada it would be neat if you stop in some small towns and do a review. Best of travels to you and your continued success.

  • @TheJeffry11
    @TheJeffry11 Год назад +8

    It is so good to see you back making, what I consider, the best video vlogs on RUclips. Congratulations on your degree in Nursing and passing all your exams and certifications! You are an amazing person and the world needs more people like you to be an inspiration to others and go into the healthcare industry. Blessings to you and looking forward to seeing more of your amazing videos.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад +1

      Thanks, Jeffry for a very well-composed, positive comment ❤

  • @soniabennett1674
    @soniabennett1674 Год назад +1

    Nice setup. Nice to have the extra room.Great job. Burgers were tasty, thanks for sharing. 😊

  • @G.Photogirl
    @G.Photogirl Год назад +10

    Congratulations on your nursing degree AND doing it while living in a vehicle! Safe travels on your trip to Vegas, but keep in mind the heat you will encounter there while living in your SUV. Temps reach over 100° pretty regularly. Consider a cooler climate if you want to continue living in your vehicle. The good thing about nursing is that your career is in high demand and you could work anywhere. I just returned from Northern California and the Central Coast of CA and it's beautiful there, with milder temps.

    • @DavidHalverson
      @DavidHalverson Год назад

      Probably Sacramento City would be decent to live in during the Winter seasons, not too cold outside. Not affected by the California drought too badly.

  • @janicehaney1771
    @janicehaney1771 Год назад +5

    If I was in the hospital,i would hope to have a nurse like you! I just came across you, but i can tell you have a heart of gold...God bless you young man!🤗🙏❤️

    • @m.t.426
      @m.t.426 Год назад

      I wouldn't park on a city street.

  • @pamswartz2594
    @pamswartz2594 Год назад +2

    God bless you!!!My family loves watching you.Congradulations🎉on your
    Nursing degree.The world needs caring nurses like you.
    God bless!!!!

  • @luancervantes6124
    @luancervantes6124 Год назад +12

    this is honestly the coolest shit I've ever seen man, you're absolutely killing it.
    I've seen your previous videos living in a smaller car and honestly you're such a strong and capable person I don't know how you made it look so easy, but this SUV has got to feel much nicer.
    congratulations on your graduation as well, I'm very glad all your hard work paid off!
    I hope this keeps working out for you, stay safe out there!

  • @dragojevdic994
    @dragojevdic994 Год назад +16

    Good job bro! What an inspiration you are to us all. I didnt quite have to live out of my truck because luckily I had a good friend I stayed with after a big breakup with my ex, I had to keep moving forward in my hvac career at the time which I was still pretty green in at the time, deal with the daily challenges of coparenting with a narcissist and also dealing with other toxic family all my life wasn't easy! Fighting and moving along without giving up until I got my own place and privacy was hands down the most awesome thing to happen in my life other than having my child 😊!

  • @DoreenPeloquin
    @DoreenPeloquin 9 месяцев назад +2

    Extra footage is fine. I love to watch your videos.

  • @sheilabartlett6044
    @sheilabartlett6044 Год назад +15

    Wonderful that you followed your dream of becoming a nurse, so proud of you! Love to see your videos and how creative you are! Be safe on your proposed trip across country.

  • @bakaaqua69420
    @bakaaqua69420 Год назад +8

    I just found this channel randomly today and I love the content! Also, congrats on finishing nursing school! Can't wait for more content!

  • @margaretmartin3143
    @margaretmartin3143 Год назад +2

    🥞☕🐸 This is the first one I've seen where someone is actually showing us how he lives in it. The nature view is so important. I'm liking ur cooler and propane burner.

  • @sinikooo
    @sinikooo Год назад +6

    Congrats man. Just recently got out of the military and going to start a new chapter in my life as well with college. Appreciate the vids. You’re becoming my favorite RUclipsr!

  • @hdb80
    @hdb80 Год назад +6

    Just amazing. Truly, congratulations in every way. You have accomplished a very difficult degree and education under extraordinary circumstances and did it willingly and happily. You deserve success and respect. My hat goes off to you. We are lucky to have you in the health industry!

  • @godidea5853
    @godidea5853 7 дней назад +1

    Your story encourages and inspires many lives, keep up the good work!! Kudos to all nurses too!!

  • @bertrick
    @bertrick Год назад +6

    Congratulations on getting through school and graduating. I think you'll be a great nurse and will be an inspiration to the people around you. You have awesome stories, videos and experiences to lift up the spirits of our patients.

  • @DaleRussell2
    @DaleRussell2 Год назад +11

    Welcome back and congratulations on getting your nursing degree! 👍👍👍

  • @debracarrier323
    @debracarrier323 10 месяцев назад +1

    You're a precious individual. If you are ever in Kentucky give my family a holler. Enjoy your videos.

  • @helenawalker2398
    @helenawalker2398 Год назад +6

    Congratulations on passing your course, enjoy the rest of your career. I like what you are doing to live this way. As a retired registered nurse in the UK, I wish you much success. I loved every minute of my nursing career, even the stressful ones.

  • @Styles13
    @Styles13 Год назад +6

    Wow dude, your video is one of the most inspiring things I've seen this month. Not only is the setup super cool and convenient, your video also shows, that you don't need loads to be happy. Wish you only the best in your forthcoming! Keep it up and us updated!

  • @gymnastgirl2984
    @gymnastgirl2984 Год назад +2

    Congratulations, and wish you the best. I’m 61 and disabled, but would love to do this with my two chihuahuas

  • @Fircasice
    @Fircasice Год назад +8

    Congrats on passing your exams and thank you for your service to society, cheers!

  • @ckdee3242
    @ckdee3242 Год назад +8

    So cool, have so much respect for you! You spoke your motto, “just out here in a parking lot, minding my own business” 🙂 Congrats on earning your BSN-RN!

  • @1pelicanmarsh
    @1pelicanmarsh Год назад

    I did like the extended end of the video....as it's a window into your daily experience. I as well watched your installation of heater, fllooring and respect/admire your ingenuity!

  • @chronicfrequency4677
    @chronicfrequency4677 Год назад +10

    It’s not about where you start but how you finish, the story (journey) is what makes it. Congrats, truly an inspiration to those like myself who refuse to get out of their own way! Thank you.

  • @heathermetz3974
    @heathermetz3974 Год назад +3

    Love your tricked out SUV camper and your cooking shows.

  • @peggynyambe-op8dk
    @peggynyambe-op8dk Год назад +1

    Congratulations go for it we need people like you to serve humanity, I'm a Registered Nurse in the most beautiful island in the world serving .

  • @Johanna-td2ch
    @Johanna-td2ch Год назад +10

    Congratulations on completing nursing school! That is a huge accomplishment! Also, the setup in your SUV is very impressive!

  • @junebb131
    @junebb131 Год назад +5

    Just found your channel and I love it. Congratulations on achieving your nursing degree! I look forward to following your journey. Much love from London xxx

  • @alittlebritoff
    @alittlebritoff Год назад +2

    I'm not the one to comment on videos... unless they deserve it. I've only watched 3 videos of yours and I must say, you are one determined individual. Your determination and will is literally motivating me to do what I need to do. I am rooting for you all the way.

  • @fgd9775
    @fgd9775 Год назад +8

    So inspirational Arslan, I would advise you to do more unedited footage of long footages or even try live streams. I’m sure ppl would love watching you 24/7 lol. Also make sure to pray often my bro. Hope to see more longer videos from you soon. Take care.😊

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Год назад

      Thanks for the recommendation on unedited footage! I will very much consider that. Also, I'm considering live streams! I think it would be fun!

  • @alkaiserkain
    @alkaiserkain Год назад +5

    I am so happy and proud of you, my friend! Finally, your hard work paid off! Congratulations! Looking forward to more videos! !

    • @alkaiserkain
      @alkaiserkain Год назад

      By the way, for my question, what do you call that black device you place over your cup when you make coffee? I want one of those ahaha thanks. Always stay cool and you have a lifetime supporter here.