11 Reasons to Leave the USA Because America Sucks

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11 Reasons to Leave the United States because America sucks. To be clear, I love living in the USA, but I also know that I can live better outside of my home country. Here I discuss 11 reasons why anyone could excuse themselves from residency and leave the USA.
Many of the reasons that I give for leaving the USA involve the cost of living there, but it's also a lot about the lifestyle. I know that I can live a better life away from home due to things like the types of food I can find, the weather, and my dating options. Of course, you don't have to leave the USA to live better worldwide, you can also live better at home. But I find that the environment is a big part of my happiness, and that's why I choose to leave the USA, especially in the winter.
If you want to learn more about living better worldwide or leaving the USA, let me know what questions you have in the comment section!
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@cindygreenhill2935 2 жыл бұрын

I left the US 8 years ago. I still love my home country but I can't afford to live there anymore.There is life after America.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

I feel you. I love America too but its costs are outrageous!

@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski yes. You lose an arm & a leg to care for your arm & a leg. Watch adam ruins healthcare on youtube. Very telling

@tvbuu Жыл бұрын

I like this

@redruby747 3 ай бұрын

I hate usa

@Michael046145 Жыл бұрын

I am a Marine Corps veteran and it is so disrespectful the way the VA treats patients. I have to pay for this too (no, it's not free if you make any kind of money). I saw a doctor in Merida and I literally cried because they treated me better there than I get treated as a veteran in my own country. That is so shameful. I've spent some time in Mexico (lived in Guate and Peru previously), now I'm truly considering moving there.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

That's a powerful story, Michael. It is a true shame what's happening at the VA, but I'm glad you are considering looking for something better for u 🙏🙏🙏

@fromrighttoleft8328 Жыл бұрын

I've never served in the military, but it seems to me that the best way to honor and respect our military and veterans is by how we, as a society, care for them. Not by "thank you for your service." If we can have the most robustly funded military in world history, then any veteran - even some dishonorably discharged ones - as well as their parents, spouses/LTRs, and children/stepchildren/grandchildren, should be able to have ready access to the best healthcare anywhere. The best physical, mental and emotional healthcare, and expeditiously. Instead, we just say "thank for your service" to those who have served "the greatest country in the world." Thank you for sharing your story.

@SomethingSomethingg Жыл бұрын

The funniest thing is that I've been told that wanting to leave the USA is somehow an insult to the military and I tell these people that military guys are often the most likely to get the hell out. I meet vets all the time, especially damaged ones, and they all say what a joke this country is and how they're barely scraping by on VA.

@JustAnotherJarhead Жыл бұрын

Devil dog, just get Service Connected at 0%+ and you won't have to worry about how much you earn. You will be guaranteed medical care, and anything service connected is totally free, if you want truly free care including prescriptions just be service connected at 50%, this is also an important level for military retirees as it allows to keep both your VA money and retirement pension both. I spend most of my day helping vets get their disability on a private discord group.

@manueltapia1859 11 ай бұрын

Yes a lot different here in México, even there are paid vacations and maternity leave!! And don't forget how the people is here. Not Bad for a so called "undeveloped country". Greetings from northern México.

@ourworldfinallyelaine 2 жыл бұрын

I moved out Last October 2020. I have health insurance now and can actually afford to live without working 60 hours a week. The last drop was being offered $12/hr for a job as a teacher’s assistant. They required a Bachelor’s, which I have, and for me to be bilingual which I also am. The cost of living has gone up so much but they offered me less than what I made 25 years ago. A tragedy. You live to work in the states and then we wonder why mental health issues are worse than ever. No balance or quality of life for middle class folks.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing that. It gets me fired up and so angry how poorly we treat educators in the USA. I'm so glad you got out and are not subjecting yourself to the-you said it best-tragedy of the American way of life.

@jflsdknf 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you move to?

@ericlarousse1149 2 жыл бұрын

Americans have some of least sex, also. No wonder we're angry.

@spencerlucas5835 2 жыл бұрын

$12 p/h for a teaching assistant, that's less then UK min wage of £9.50 or in the USA $12.42 😥

@LK-pc4sq 2 жыл бұрын

Our World CAN I ask where did you immigrate to? I used to live in Canada and Capatalism is not as predatory as the United States

@glb_tvlr 4 жыл бұрын

Everything in this video, I have been saying for YEARS! After visiting 82 countries, I KNOW, there's MORE out there than the U.S. This video is SPOT ON and I will definitely share it!

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Holy moly that's a lot of countries🤯 yeah you've definitely seen all the good and all the possibilities out there then...are you on the go these days? Im staying true to nomadism through it all, but taking a new approach, as well 😬

@glb_tvlr 4 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski, I'm currently stuck in the U.S., trying to get back to Thailand. All these new rules makes things difficult, though. Hopefully, it'll get back to 'somewhat' normal soon.

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

I hear you, I'd love to be in Thailand right now, too. I love the islands.

@salermo12 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski Ever tried visiting the Philippines country side and the small islands too? They say it's stress reliever enjoying the smiling, welcoming people besides absorbing the beautiful sceneries. And they speak English too.

@ewutrygetsense9851 2 жыл бұрын

82 countries i m jealous .. i wish i can do that i no it will be d best experience ever

@bigdog44pc 2 жыл бұрын

Only Americans living in ignorance, or just lying to themselves and others, think America is the greatest country on earth that can do no wrong.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

To be fair, as the leader of the free world, Americans are #1 in prison population.

@LK-pc4sq 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski I am American and was a resident in BC Canada for 15 years ask me anything about BC Canada!

@kelliew2813 2 жыл бұрын

Oh relax. Seriously. I was in Melbourne on Australia Day and, according to the drunk people running through the streets, they're the best country in the world. When I was in France, in 2019, signs were up everywhere citing that they're the "most visited country in the world", a man in a shop also told me French people live longer than all other Europeans. My cousin, who lives in BC, sent me an article boasting Canada has the world's highest quality of life and is the best country in the world. EVERYONE thinks they live in the "best country in the world". Who cares?

@bigdog44pc 2 жыл бұрын

@@kelliew2813 USA is a super power, that's the difference.

@kelliew2813 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigdog44pc Sorry, don't get your point. The United States isn't the only superpower in the world. As of 2022, there are actually 5: The United States, China, the European Union, India and Russia. There are what, 27 countries in the EU? I'm sure ALL the "superpowers" think they're the best country. My point was, whether true or false, it's a human thing to think your country, your sports team, your whatever is the "best".

@lynyin8585 2 жыл бұрын

It is a country for the rich, not for the poor and middle class

@manduja75 10 ай бұрын

you mean it’s a country for the pedo, narc, corrupted ones.

@aganib4506 7 ай бұрын

That is the TRUTH!!!

@DontNeed-yg1tt 4 ай бұрын

I'm poor

@user-og5qp4rn8o 2 ай бұрын

Nah. It sucks even if you have money. It's a sick culture . Rotten to the core.

@scottfrench2986 2 жыл бұрын

I left the USA in 2009. I knew it was game over when the government started bailing out banks and wall street.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you move to?

@iriscollins7583 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately that debacle effected us in the UK Thirteen years later,it is still! Reagan and Thatcher caused it by deregulation of the banks. Taxpayers bailed them out, Thirteen years later the taxpayers are still paying, no interest on savings, Bank personnel still have their annual bonuses.WHY. Politicians still have their offshore bank accounts, to avoid paying taxes and Hiding assets.

@Halli50 2 жыл бұрын

In my country, Iceland, we simply let the banks fail as deserved and, after a lengthy criminal investigation, jailed a lot of crooked banksters! Like most other nations we had a hard time for a while but, because we did not bail out the banks, we as a nation were not left paying the bill. The government ended up taking over the banks and, when all was said and done, only mad speculators and some US hedge funds lost the money they had gambled on the bubble.

@LK-pc4sq 2 жыл бұрын

@@Halli50 Love it! how do you afford to live in Iceland ? I would love to visit I almost got stationed there in the 1980s. I was a usaf veteran and could been stationed in Iceland

@Halli50 2 жыл бұрын

@@LK-pc4sq, Living in Iceland is not cheap and taxes are relatively high, but ordinary people are paid a living wage. The good news is that we are a Nordic-style social-democratic republic (no King, but no communism or "socialism" either). We have affordable (not free!) health care and education for everyone and a mixed economy where free enterprise can flourish, but with safety nets for the less fortunate. We are too tiny a nation (only 0.36 million) to have a military force but, as a founding NATO member our contribution is our location (as you will know as a USAF veteran). We are a safe nation (our cops do not need to be armed) and we have an abundance of renewable hydroelectric and geothermal energy. Some people think our climate stinks (windy, never really warm) while others think it is refreshing (rarely colder than -5°C in winter or over +20°C in summer). Our geographical location makes for interesting times: 24 hours of daylight in June, about 4-5 hours of twilight in December.

@mayamaya8226 Жыл бұрын

I left the USA 12 years ago and live in Mexico near Belize. It was the best decision I ever made. I am enjoying my retirement and never want to go back to the USA.

@Ozone280 2 жыл бұрын

The question is, do you want to live in a pleasant, safe, friendly, inclusive and tolerant country - or do you want to live in the USA?

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

It's true. And my feeling is that it's largely due to the media we consume in the USA. It's poison for the mind and spirit.

@gregscottfordemocracy 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski Fox News which is also known as Republican State media. They don't help the situation when they lie their asses off or choose not to show certain type of news that would invalidate their far right-wing propaganda narrative

@dookiepost Жыл бұрын

Name a country that is your magical land of milk and honey and tolerance

@AZ-rg3rf Жыл бұрын

@@dookiepost Any western European or East Asian country

@NachtSchreck13 Жыл бұрын

Must be nice to be able to just pick up and move abroad. Obviously not possible for most people.

@amazonseller-yf8vv Жыл бұрын

I'm also from the US and have been living abroad since 2009, and i can honestly say of all the very circumstances i've faced around the world, nothing is more depressing than going back to the US, every time I plan a trip to visit my relatives i just know I'm gonna have to spend a fortune to live a much lower quality of time until i leave again.

@jeanelleperez6280 2 жыл бұрын

I left the US 3 years ago. Best thing I've ever done for myself. Everything single thing said in your video were the reasons I left.. I couldn't stop smiling during your video. Gracias! I live in Mexico.. I am living my best life!

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear! So you got residency and settled there? Mexico is great 😎

@happyinparadise7812 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!! Viva 🇲🇽

@thetechnicanwithaheart1682 2 жыл бұрын

What exactly do you do in Mexico and how is the climate there

@happyinparadise7812 2 жыл бұрын

We go to the ⛱️ beach. We hang out at LA Isla mall. It's air-conditioned so is great for people watching and enjoying a few beers. We are both retired. I have a huge garden and we raise palm trees! And go to the ⛱️ beach!

@robertknighten4539 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski I went to Canada and then I went to Brazil and then next year I'm going to Norway. And try back and forth to Brazil . It just I'm not connected to America and that's why I'm not getting married in America

@jamesslipsager3889 4 жыл бұрын

Go where your treated best - Andrew Henderson

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

He says it best 🙏🙏🙏

@jenniferyuan2513 4 жыл бұрын

I agree. I would just disagree in Andrew saying that it can be summarized by 5 words.. wouldn't it be more like 6? Go where you're treated best? That's 6 words. 😆

@ivyabordo4683 4 жыл бұрын

I also follow the Nomad Capitalist

@gregorkozelj2708 3 жыл бұрын

That should be the motto for work place, family, friends, country!

@TheSLUSO 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this; you really nailed it. It's always a relief to see other Americans that have become enlightened through travel, other than those who haven't ever been out of their towns and think the USA is best in everything.

@NickDemski 3 жыл бұрын

I grew up in a small town in the Midwest. I know exactly what you mean.

@alecstone6674 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone else binge watching this guy? I have been obsessing about leaving the last year and this guy literally named every reason why I want to leave!!!

@AmoyaShante 3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@keenmate9719 2 жыл бұрын

Where are you heading?

@genxgina1106 Жыл бұрын

@Forty Seven same. I’m looking for an exit strategy. It’s time

@jflsdknf 2 жыл бұрын

We want to move out of the US but we don't know how to make it happen. It feels impossible to find a job and housing out of country, it's such a huge change. The US isn't what is used to be. Boomers had it made in the shade. They still do today with all that home equity they're sitting on. Meanwhile new generations can't afford a house even on two incomes. Don't even get me started on the disaster that is our healthcare system. Quality of life here is extremely poor now, everything is flawed and it's impossible to actually get anywhere in life.

@joelmadrid2193 2 жыл бұрын

Panama relocation tours!!

@jacksonwhittier3646 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of expats work remotely for US companies and make USD, and then convert it over to the currency of the country they reside it

@palmereldritch_6669 2 жыл бұрын

Our horrendous and fundamentally shitty healthcare system would be reason aplenty all by itself. But there are many, many more reasons to GTFO.

@cherylcarlson3315 2 жыл бұрын

Quit blaming boomers. I earned $9.25 on second job as RN having 13% interest on house because didn't eat out or spend. Learned about saving. Millennial kids were raised while van hit 315,000mi on used tires and days I went to work with pbj sandwich and banana to save money. Have never had food delivered,owned apple products had spring break,been drunk

@palmereldritch_6669 2 жыл бұрын

@@cherylcarlson3315 There's no doubt many Boomers worked hard. Even suffered. It's also true that not all Boomers are right wing Trumpy idiots. But lt's be clear, the ascendancy of Boomer political power has been anything but good for the country or for future generations. Because, truly, Boomers are the biggest demographic of support for Trump and his vulgar politics, at least from a generational point of view.

@user-or6yn8pm3c Жыл бұрын

Life in the US has only gotten worse since this video was posted.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

Is your name really Kal El or are you a DC comic fan?

@danhodson7187 2 жыл бұрын

These are all good points, but you didn't even get to Gun culture, workers rights, life expectancy and infant mortality, racism and Islamophobia, militant policing, unfounded blind nationalism, education system, sustainable energy and recycling, weird obsession with freedom like the rest of the industrialised world doesn't have any?? I think you should do a part 2 to this video. There's a whole lot more to cover. Good start though.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan, that's helpful! That's a good idea and I will put it on my list of videos to make...I probably won't be able to get to it until this summer though

@danhodson7187 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski I’ll look forward to seeing it. Take care and enjoy your continued travels. Come to the U.K. for a stay 👌🏻

@davisholman8149 2 жыл бұрын

@@danhodson7187 LOL - oh, & UK let’s talk about the problems in the UK. I used to love it but they gave it to immigrants who have sucked the life out of it - gag. So sad - London was fun but now is actually scary.

@landonbarretto4933 2 жыл бұрын

The country is overwhelming populated with ignoramuses.

@TheJhxc Жыл бұрын

Let’s go Dan 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@Lea-rb9nc Жыл бұрын

I could give hundreds of reasons to leave and not one to stay. A native Californian, I had my first trip out of America at nine months of age. Once a year, I would visit my Welsh grandmother who was living in Canada. and my grandfather who was Scot/Irish. When we had visitors, the aunts, uncles, and their families down from Canada, I would hear them jump from English to French and back and feel so ignorant. After my divorce, I had opportunities to travel beyond, England, Holland, Belgium, Thailand, and Vietnam. If you like Thailand, you should try Vietnam! C'est magnifique! An accident at work shortened my career and I sold out and did what I had always dreamed of. My internal compass was always Europe. In 2007, I moved to the south of France. My little village is nestled near the Mediterranean beaches minutes away. Spain is less than an hour from home so it makes for lovely day/weekend trips... As a child, Mexico was a day trip, now Spain is. I am living my dream with no regrets and love it more each day. I went back for a wedding back in 2009, it was traumatic. I knew all the reasons I left and it was terrifying to be back in that hell. Some of us were born to stay, and some of us were born to leave. I am the latter. Bon courage et bonne chance.

@SD-pi9co 2 жыл бұрын

I love the geography of the USA, but everything else about it sucks.

@GMC05 2 жыл бұрын

It's a reservation

@zada9409 Жыл бұрын

the yellowstone super volcano?

@ronagoodwell2709 Жыл бұрын

Little pockets of interest here and there in the US, but the endless bullshit is too exhausting. You never know how much more to life there is until you get out. And figure out how to stay out.

@travissmith5837 Жыл бұрын

i hate united states i was born here wish would stayed in italy

@dookiepost Жыл бұрын

@@travissmith5837 You can barely speak english yet you were born here?

@JR-ek4xy Жыл бұрын

I left the United States and I cringe when I have to visit... too long of a list ...of why I hate visiting

@theresa4bar 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your list. I moved to Spain 13 years ago. My main reason to get out of the USA is because of the crime there. The USA has so many murders per capita, rapist, child molesters, school shootings, etc.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

It's a Wild West society in many ways, and that can be frightening :/ I love Spain so that's awesome you were able to move there!

@thetechnicanwithaheart1682 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski it's been two years since you left this message. Tell me Spain is under a drought how is it affecting you? Climate change is increasing the temperature of Earth everywhere and it's causing Lakes across planet Earth to evaporate especially in areas of the 38th parallel

@areguapiri 2 жыл бұрын

Stop the exaggeration of American crime. None of what you said is true, except for the school shootings.

@victorbergia3237 Жыл бұрын

Me too, and I love Spain, beautiful country, best cuisine, great beaches, history, museums I could go on and on.

@kevinmalone3210 Жыл бұрын

I lived in the US all my life, over 50 yrs, and haven't witnessed much in the way of very little to no crime. The worst crime I ever witnessed was a high speed car chase. There are bad areas with higher crime, but using common sense, you can avoid these areas, and can learn self defense, for practical reasons. Some bad things about the US, the news media. Everyone always seem to be in a hurry, and get stressed out, so your right there. Some Americans, well if you have over 300 million people with different cultural backgrounds living here, yeah, you're going to run into the occasional jerk(s), and bad drivers. Americans can be a little too arrogant, but there's still alot of good persons. There are the nicer people that out weigh the the bad ones. If you want to eat healthier food, you have to put in the effort, and watch what you eat. There are alot of beautiful areas, countryside, rural areas, national parks, and alot of geographical and cultural diversity. There's alot of things a person can do, so we don't have to waste time. Americans, don't enjoy endless holidays because we are more practical in this regard, than in other nations. Our standard of living is high so people will spend more time working. There are areas in the US that aren't so high cost, so a person just might have to find that place, a state that has a lower cost of living. California doesn't seem to be that place. Excuse me, your views about relationships with the opposite sex are too negative. If a man is having trouble in this area, that means he needs to work on improving himself, and learn what it takes to have a successful relationship. Although relationships can be difficult. The police in this nation are too oppressive, and we need police reform. Politics in this nation is depressing. There are still ways to earn a good living here. It takes hard work, but hard work never killed anyone. It really comes down to one's perspective, and how they perceive life no matter where you live. Some of your comments are 😅😅😅😅😅. .

@cherilynnfisher5658 Жыл бұрын

Healthcare issues would be my #1 reason to leave.

@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын

True. If you break your arm you need an arm & a leg$$

@ericp1625 Жыл бұрын

I have wanted to leave for quite some time. The US is definitely in a downward spiral.

@redruby747 11 ай бұрын

Yes

@bobbyatman273 2 жыл бұрын

American dream - you"ve got to be asleep to believe it George Carlin

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

He knew way back then

@TheJonasbz 2 жыл бұрын

The american dream has become a nightmare and the US has become the richest 3:rd world country. You who hade made it out are the lucky one

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that's a powerful line: "the richest third world country".

@richardkaltenbach3961 2 ай бұрын

CHINA AND GHANA Are 2 Very Difficult Countries To Immigrant To. Especially If They Find Out You're Going There For The Purpose Of LOVE!!

@stanleyatkins8097 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, moved out 10 years ago:) I'm American, I hate the place:( Been to 35 countries, I know what's out there:( And your right, only 30% Americans have valid passports:( They don't know anything about other countries:( And, yes, they will die, not knowing:( Thanks for vedio, I live in Thailand now:) The people, and country, and foods are the very best:)

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Love it :) I'm glad u made it one of my favorite countries 🇹🇭

@redruby747 11 ай бұрын

U ryt

@redruby747 11 ай бұрын

I agree re. Holidays xmas in usa is depressing n easter too

@garryharriman7349 2 жыл бұрын

As a British naturialzed US citizen, I whole heartderly agree 100% with your insightful annalysis of US culture. The for proffit 'health care' system over here (even though we pay more per captia than any other nation) is a national disgrace and something, as a 52 year old male, is always at the forefront of my mind. The lack of public transportation is also something I completely agree with and that, too, is a national disgrace, all geared to car ownership. Lastly, for me, employment opportunities suck big time. Employers want dedication, commitment, loyalty and unquestioning attitudes for which they offer a salery you can hardly live on, with benefits you can barely afford. The US is a free market, capitalist materialistic driven society where the American dream can only be lived during a dream. I also feel we have financial oiligarchy/pluoctric form of government that quite clearly is not geared to the wishes of its citizens, the health care issue a prime example of that. Despite, I am loyal to both the UK and the US (the UK is fast on it's way to mirroring the US) but there are major, major issues here. The National Debt will also drive us to bankruptcy and, as social security is also being raded, we are all really fucked! Garry H. South Carolina, Royal Air Force retired. 🇺🇸

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Always great to hear the perspective of someone who's lived in two systems! Thanks for sharing that Gary, but what brought you to the USA in the first place, if you don't mind me asking?

@garryharriman7349 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski Great question. I left the British military after a 20 year career then married to my second wife, a Canadian from Labrador (Goose Bay). A year after leaving the RAF we though it would be a good idea to live in Goose Bay. I have been there with the RAF (Tornado bombers used Labrador's unpopulated air space for low level flying training) and knew it was okay to visit to not to live there. To cut a long story short, after we separated, I found my self in a middle aged quandry and didn't know wnat to do. I met an American and left sub Artic Canada and came to sub tropical Ga/SC in 2012, got married and naturialzed in 2018.

@K3dzz 2 жыл бұрын

As a fellow British American, I find this very refreshing. I am unfortunately going back to the UK for at least a while, I need surgery and simply do not want to end up working even more time without a holiday just to make up for the bill. At this point I am single and don’t have much to lose, so think it’s a good time to go home for a bit, as I haven’t been in almost 4 years. I will likely return at some point, but when I have a bit more money/maybe a higher paying job. I have realized I have forgotten that in the UK and Europe in general, people actually live their lives for enjoyment!

@garryharriman7349 2 жыл бұрын

@@K3dzz Oh, I am so sorry to hear that. I have been out of the country for 10 years thus would not now be entitled to NHS treatment, sadly. The NHS is slowly on its way to the US system. I would love to come home too, but it seems like our housing and rent crisis and now the energy price cap and fuel costs make that just a dream. I wish you well. Garry

@JW-uy2on 2 жыл бұрын

Don't forget about the creeping privatization of Medicare.

@negriz89 4 жыл бұрын

I’m soo happy I found your page I want to move out of the US and I’m a single mother of twins

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Twins sounds awesome! Where were you thinking about moving to and leaving USA?

@negriz89 4 жыл бұрын

The Single Dad Nomad honestly my whole family lives in Colombia but I’m thinking moving to Korea I’m just scared of not being able to find work and a place to live

@1021Marcy 3 жыл бұрын

@@negriz89 I'm in Korea (public school English teacher) & it's great for single parents! I've been here since September 2016. If you get a job as an English Teacher, your job will pay for your apartment. It's a bit hard now for public school jobs because of Covid-19 & we froze hiring (I'm working at 2 schools now because of the shortage of teachers) but private schools are hiring still as they are not controlled by the government. I enjoy living here & even with the pandemic my job is happy that I stayed. Many people left bc of the proximity to Wuhan but they regret it as Korea handled the pandemic the best. We never went into full blown lockdown. Just no overcrowded places (churches mostly) everything else is still open. Schools operate at 2/3 capacity with online teaching so your kids would be safe. & contrary to popular beliefs Koreans aren't as racist/xenophobic as people think. Im a black woman & havent had any problems. Racism in the USA is definitely worse. Just follow the rules, dont do drugs ect. I live pretty well. I have no children but I was able to pay off 40K in debt (student loans & credit cards) & save. You might not get to live in Seoul as they place you where there is need but buses & trains here operate well. You don't even need a car!

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

@@negriz89 I second what Margot said. You can make bank rolls teaching English in Korea.

@amandaveliz3683 3 жыл бұрын

My husband is an american citizen, to live here is US is too hard right now, we will move to my country Guatemala on March, my only big concern is he doesn't speak spanish but I know we will happier in Guatemala.

@NickDemski 3 жыл бұрын

Force him to learn by only speaking to him in Spanish once he is there, shouldn't take more than a couple of months before he's conversational in it 🙌

@kwamebushman606 Жыл бұрын

This is his opportunity to learn something new instead of sticking to what he knows as American. If he's not willing to learn the language he's living in it'll be HIS loss!

@e.rivera4251 4 ай бұрын

Sera' feliz...aqui solo se vive para trabajar hasta morir y todo es dinero...ahorren los mas que puedan, si pueden compren un terrenito, y a buscar paz y tranquilidad....todo ha cambiado.

@heatherscancerjourney 3 жыл бұрын

“It’s the problem of your crazy ex”!😂 I totally agree with you on everything and those are crazy health care statistics. How many people are in debt because of health care? As for the food.... because the cost is so I high, people buy cheaper food which leads to worse health which leads to those health care bills. It’s really a cycle. I love how a lot of other countries rely heavily on natural remedies and living with less stress. Some countries even close business for a few hours for afternoon naps. Great video . Have you ever thought of living in Spain?

@NickDemski 3 жыл бұрын

I know we have 500,000 Americans go bankrupt each year due to medical debt. It's unconscionable. And yes you nailed the food issue! One of the big reasons I love living in other countries is that you can buy the best, fresh food for cheaper than the cost of American garbage food. I think the reduced stress and more natural lifestyles are super important, and I did live in Barcelona for three months last year. I love it there! I'll be back some day for sure to explore more of the country 😬 how long did you live there?

@stanspb763 2 жыл бұрын

68% of food consumed in the US is termed "Fast Food", and in poor sections of US cities there are no regular grocery stores, with convenience store selling over priced junk food. The vast majority of foods in the US are contamine by hormones and antibiotics which cause increases in anti-biotic tolerance pathogens being wide spread. US hospitals are in thhe bottom 1/3 of all hospitals for Hiospital induced infections due to the over use of antibiotics in even vegetable crops and the massive amount of additives to live stock feed . Food is just better in all the 92 countries I have visited. I have been living full time outside the US 22 years.

@Radiancegrace 2 ай бұрын

Three yrs out from your post and yet awareness of everything you have listed here is upon me. A retired veteran in agreement with other posters here and now looking towards Thailand to spend the last years of life. I feel as though I am remaining in the equivalent of a toxic relationship staying in the states. I am grateful even three yrs later to be viewing your video. Better late than never. 🙏🏻

@sunnyd8892 Жыл бұрын

I’m planning on leaving the US this year, leaving behind family and a business for all the reasons you say. I panic sometimes thinking what the heck am I doing? Listening to videos like these confirm why I’m doing it, thanks! 👍

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

Yw, and ty for watching and commenting! And hey I don't blame you for feeling discord as you thinking about leaving behind family and business. I get that a lot, too. But here's the good thing: you can always come back to usa if things don't work out and you can always visit family, as well 🙏 airplanes make long distances short and it's easy to get home quick if you need to...wishing u the best on ur journey 🙌

@janniapalmer5975 Жыл бұрын

Please don’t be scared! I am taking my journey next year if I am unable the next 2 years but my max is the next 2 years I can’t wait I’m so excited

@tvbuu Жыл бұрын

Do it and don't look back

@TheShortBuss06 Жыл бұрын

RIGHTEOUS BRO! That last point really hits home. I’ve always relied on other people to help steer my decision making, now I’m stressed all the time living in the rat race of America- you guessed it, JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE. It’s about time I decided to live for myself. Awesome video

@eriksboy7019 2 жыл бұрын

I'm born in Norway 🇳🇴 living in Sweden 🇸🇪 very few worries and stress. 30-33% tax but it covers everything from birth to grave. Kindergarten, school, Education all the way, health care, nursing home, social security, 5-6 weeks holiday, low crime safe neighbourhood. Good enough car, nice home, and get laid 😁 from time to time.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha I was just having a conversation about happiness experienced based on the country one is in. It must feel good to have those bases covered. I know that living in the states, it's quite stressful on Americans to have to worry about paying for health care, college, elderly care, and so much more that other developed nations don't seem to struggle with. Do you find that the taxes you pay are worth the services you receive? We pay lots of taxes, too, but the services are often lacking.

@eriksboy7019 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski it's worth it all the way but we born in that system. But of course we need to to financially right things to prepare for retirement day's. In nordic countries we like escape winter by staying in Spain or south east Asia. Well in general we may not express happiness so much because the strong winter or just the way we are in the North of Europe. We take sosial benefits for granted and I hope that system will serve many generations 🙏.

@holoholopainen1627 2 жыл бұрын

Many Swedes Have moved to Norway - to Work !

@eriksboy7019 2 жыл бұрын

@@holoholopainen1627 you free to move in any nordic countries if you get a job.....and many move to live not only to work. Sosial benefits follow you .

@holoholopainen1627 2 жыл бұрын

@@eriksboy7019 Takk - Thanks ! I was to OSLO and worked there - and lived at Drammen !

@eagleeye2427 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! 100% relate!

@dookiepost Жыл бұрын

I make well above the national average salary (~$75K a year) and I still cannot afford to live in a studio apartment alone ($2000+ for a studio apartment should be a crime). I either have to have roommates or live in a rural area which... is peaceful but fucking sucks if you're under the age of 40, which I am. I wish I could live in another country but it seems impossible to leave.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

Have you seen my video about how to leave America? You might find it useful: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e7R7pt1-mLuVc5c.html

@melissalee4933 4 жыл бұрын

I’m in Michigan too! I moved here 7 months ago to live near family, and winter is the worst! I can’t imagine going through another snow season. I’m looking at Costa Rica!

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Sure is! Where did you move from? I grew up with winters so I didn't think much of it, but actually my first time abroad was in Costa Rica too and when I discovered that you can live without winter, I started my plans to leave the USA 😬

@NibrocNod 2 жыл бұрын

what are the cost of living in Costa Rica? I hear it is expensive

@tiarawhite3481 Жыл бұрын

I can't do it anymore. I'm done with the States. I'm always working, have no time for my children, and health care is expensive. The education sucks, and it's like living in a matrix just watching everybody not care and do the same thing. They go too far with politics. I am going to jump out there. I have a little money saved up. I need peace of mind.

@JF-xq6fr 2 жыл бұрын

I remember the first time I landed in Europe (Frankfurt) in 1988, and thought I exited a time capsule 10 years into the future. Two years later I was stationed there as an Army Officer, lived in a small village, and since leaving decades ago I want to go back/get the hell out of the USA... This place is a madhouse on a terminal glide-slope, and I wish I could find a good place to land with great weather - Not crazy hot or too cold, and that would accept me as a 'young' (55) retired person. Nothing fancy - Just quiet, peaceful, and around friendly kind people.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Isn't it crazy how some places make USA look old? Our subway systems in NYC and Chicago, for example, look ANCIENT compared to systems around the world.

@tyramey1265 2 жыл бұрын

Try Spain. We retired here in 2016. Have never regretted it for a second. We have never considered returning to the US. Besides all our friends and family come HERE!

@quinquiry 2 жыл бұрын

Eastern Europe ! Slovenia can be a good choice...Im French , wanna leave my shithole PARIS , 3rd world now .

@Nyhiker 2 жыл бұрын

I was also an army officer in Germany in the mid eighties. I too felt Germany was way ahead of the US. I hated to return to NY when my time was up. Now I’m enjoying nomadic travel as a retiree.

@lydian.773 2 жыл бұрын

@@tyramey1265 What kind of visa do you have?

@honk9085 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate how honest you are and living in america had me worrying about myself and how much trust issues I have aswell this video really helped me

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

I feel you Liam, glad the video was useful

@claudiaborjas6346 2 жыл бұрын

My aunt has lived in Mexico all her life. She owns 3 houses, has more money than my parents have ever had, who live in CA. She has no education either.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Yeah, I imagine the difference in the cost of living between the two places played in a big role in those outcomes

@NICKLEBACK991 2 жыл бұрын

We’re moving back to Philippines this fall. Retired and had enough here. Lots to deal with in Philippines as well and Far from perfect, But less stress and financial concerns. (Lived there before and wife is Filipina; so, no exactly what We are getting into.)

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't been there personally, but I've heard it's a nice place to live :) hoping the move back in the fall goes smoothly for u!

@dngrwllrbnsn_ Жыл бұрын

I will take early retirement in four years and move to the Philippines. If I can do it sooner I will. There is a gorgeous Filipina there waiting for me (for real, no scam, I've investigated).

@rdix2501 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work man. Safe travels on your next venture. I myself need to travel again soon and move past my own fear.

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, you too!

@mayviolets 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely one of the best things I ever did was leave the USA.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

haha yeah it's great to explore! Where'd you end up, if you don't mind sharing?

@mayviolets 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski I'm in Japan! Very interesting country! I'm enjoying learning new things, a new perspective, language, everything. I've lived here for 26 years and I feel like I'm still learning!

@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын

@@mayviolets i'm in Costa Rica. Left USA a year ago CR lacking some things but many things better. Your social safety net is much better outside the USA

@caseyfuller9246 Жыл бұрын

I can not wait to leave the US. It is awful. All about politics miserable.

@clearlake3492 2 жыл бұрын

To think that I was desperate to live in America when I was a teenager in 1960s England. The US seemed so exciting, so vibrant and so RICH! Well, I have visited the US more than 20 times for work and pleasure since then. And although I loved my visits, seeing beautiful scenery and meeting friendly people, the States are not for me. The ludicrous health care system alone is enough to put anyone of sound mind off. Another 'no-no' as far as I am concerned is the overt religiosity As a non-believer, I don't think I could put up with the 'Praise the Lord!' brigade. No, I feel much more at home in an increasingly atheistic Europe.

@palmereldritch_6669 2 жыл бұрын

I blame much of the fact that America suuuuucks on the fact that religious stupidity and blind tribalism has left us unable to even ATTEMPT to fix any problem at all: healthcare, housing, crime/violence, white collar crime, crumbling infrastructure. We are stuck, frozen in a nightmare feedback loop of a hopelessly ignorant public and a hopelessly corrupt and ineficient political system.

@JF-xq6fr 2 жыл бұрын

So true about the religiosity... I visited upper Michigan, and was overwhelmed with how forceful the influence was - A person working in a park literally handed me passages from his bible during my walk, and the lady who ran the motel went on, and on about religion... I have had MANY similar experiences in many states, and it feels absolutely smothering.

@koshobai 2 жыл бұрын

You're bound to love Super Nature on Netflix then, that standup seems up your alley

@greatest7391 Жыл бұрын

America created the TV Advert and thats all America is a McDonalds Advert. Hollywood sold the "Dream" also.

@angievandermeer2230 2 жыл бұрын

I´ve been living in Spain for the last 33 years and I can say it has definetely been a positive lifestyle for me and my family. I love the United States and proud to be an American, however I do enjoy the more quiet and less caotic lifestyle than what America offers. I believe our diet plays a big roll in ones health. I grew up in the typical American household of tv dinners and fast foot. I came to Spain when I was 22. The change in diet was dramatic, but delicious. The medeterrainien diet has been good for me over the years. We also do alot more walking on a day to day basis verses most Americans. We have more down time as far as holidays are concerned. Healthcare as well, has been excellent over the years. Crime rate is nothing here compared to what it is in the U.S. I love my country and alot of good people live there as well as close friends and family, but I have been away for more years in my life than I have lived there. From what I see happening in America today in time, I am staying put. American born and raised but living in Spain.

@youtubeuserzzzz 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, I miss España.🇪🇸 I lived in Madrid. Did High School there/First year of University (La Universidad Complutense de Madrid). I was a Teen living there. I remember the first time I saw Titanic. It was in el Castellaño. I've been to Andalucia. I ate street food and loved the Mediterranean diet. I remember using La Peseta. No Euro. I had to leave. My Dad was in the Military. I wish we didn't leave.😭 I miss Spain so much. I need to return.❤🎒🧳✈😊

@angievandermeer2230 Жыл бұрын

@@youtubeuserzzzz Yes, I remember the days of the peseta.....! I love Madrid and the tapas there. My husband is Spanish, right out of Murcia. He went to university in Madrid. We live on Tenerife, one of the seven Canary Islands. The mainland of Spain has so many beautiful places.

@davidacostaflores 2 жыл бұрын

you hit the spot in several places, lots, i appreciate your info.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

cool man thanks!

@AmoyaShante 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you started a podcast!

@NickDemski 3 жыл бұрын

Like a lot of things I do with this channel, it's an experiment 🤠

@danevans2397 2 жыл бұрын

You have completely nailed why I'm moving to Colombia in 3 months.

@kolyxix 2 жыл бұрын

Great presentation. BUT you made a huge huge omission: Student Loans and expensive cost of college. The student loans debt us about the size of Canada's GDP. STUDENT LOANS and cost of college is America is atrocious and will have disastrous consequences in the future.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

And I'm one of those people strapped with student loans 😅 I must be numb to it

@mariatolentino4516 2 жыл бұрын

Well, if you have the attitude that a college degree is the only way to success, then it is your choice to bury yourself in student loans. When my son was about to graduate middle school, he told me of the two directions offered: standard high school and vo-tech. I advised him to go to vo-tech because that would prepare him for the world of work. He was mocked by his peers ("Vo-tech isfor the dumb."). He first went to the IT division, but wasn't happy. He wanted Cosmetology. I gave them the go signal to let him enroll in Cosmetology. I resigned myself to the prospect of his being a low earner who will live with me all his life. Now? He makes way more money than I do, he is an influencer, he has a number of brand campaigns, he travels to conduct workshops in hair shows, etc. He got financing for his car at 19 without any parental help, same with buying his house at 21. I wasn't even aware that he was making six figures. He then sold his house and moved to NYC last September at 26 (he is now 27), had a tough time at first, then started traveling again for shows and climbed up so fast again. He has never gone to college, so he has no student loans to pay. He finances his own continuing education, but he is now also an educator.. A friend of his built houses for 28 years, then became a realtor and a landlord of multiple properties. He earns in the millions, and he is now a high end real estate agent and contractor. If you believe that college is the only way to succeed, then it is your choice to take the student loans. My ex-husband has two master's degrees, paid off his student loans, is three paygrades above me (he is now retired), but our son, a Cosmetologist (now an award winning one) who never went to college, ended up surpassing him incomewise.

@thegroovyhead Жыл бұрын

Agree with all. Leaving permanently this year! Can not wait.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

U da boss

@devroombagchus7460 2 жыл бұрын

When I lived in the USA, my experience was that the dollar was the foundation of the entire society. Health care, bad food, no public transportation, no rights as a worker, no normal vacations, tipping because servers are exploited, etc. Fresh food is tasteless, because the selection was not aimed at quality, but quantity: fast growth, long shelf life, perfect esthetics, resistance, etc. Every aspect that would lead to more dollars. No use growing your own vegetables, because the seeds’ genetics will give the same cashcrop.

@President_jackson Жыл бұрын

I will probably try and move to Europe when I’m older for a new beginning

@justinratcliffe947 Жыл бұрын

I got my eye on the Caribbean or anyplace tropical

@SamsungAndIphoneuser Жыл бұрын

@@justinratcliffe947 Same anywhere else other than USA

@SliceofA.I. 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty smart time to start this channel because I’m looking to Europe.

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Good choice! I spent some time in Spain and loved it 😬

@infiad1275 4 жыл бұрын

Love your style brother! Subscribed. :)

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that 🙏🙏

@spencerlucas5835 2 жыл бұрын

After watching why other countries treat their workers better then USA videos, I knew USA sucked big time at this BUT... As an Englishman in England my mind was blown wide open. Watching these videos make me love my country more then I once did, we get sick leave pay and 28 paid days vacation/holidays and our min wage increases every tax year in the UK as in 1st April every year example 2019 £8.21ph, 2020 £8.72ph, 2021 £8.91 pH, 2022 £9.50 pH these wage increases are UK min wage increases per year every tax year April. Now USA citizens when did your bare minimum federal wage $7.25ph increase.... When? Research states it's been $7.25ph since 2009 and not increased since 😥 compare that to the UK's min wage increase I stated in my post... So sad for USA workers 😥 oh and that federal min wage of $7.25ph in the UK would only be £5.56 and not the current UK min wage of £9.50 or in USA $12.40 and for part time in the UK well, England you still get 28 days vacation/holidays and still get paid sick leave. So if you work full or part time you still get 28 days paid vacation/holidays days.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Jeez, that puts a brutal perspective on it. Thank you for sharing that!

@spencerlucas5835 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski it's a stark contrast how other countries treat their employees even part tim employees compared to the USA. I'm glad you have read my comment but, I didn't mean it to be "brutal perspective" just meant as a comparison.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

@@spencerlucas5835 I meant its brutal for Americans to hear when it's put like that, not that you said it in a brutal way. It just sucks for our population is what I meant 😊

@spencerlucas5835 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski ah, i get you know. its hard to hear an american say that about their country. no country should be run in a way that makes its citizens hate the country they call home. i really feel for most americans that the people in power give more fucks about the dollar then they do their own people, just take your healthcare system for a great example. instead of running it for the people they've turned it into a business to fleece people out of money. in my eyes as an outsider i view usa as a place to holiday no to live also view it as a place to work and not live. my heart brakes you americans. i do hope one day an elected president changes american ways for the better.

@nevillemason6791 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski I'm now retired in the UK but when I worked if I'd had sick leave I'd have been paid full pay for the first 6 months and half pay for the next 6 months. This is common in many jobs. Spencer didn't touch on maternity leave (the US is the only country with no mandatory entitlement). In the UK a mother is entitled to take up to 52 weeks leave with some pay for 39 weeks (around 90% of normal pay). In the US mothers are just expected to get back to work as soon as possible (employers don't care about their health).

@st4nbeatz871 2 жыл бұрын

You should definitely visit the Scandinavian countries ...they're so awesome and stress free 👍

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

I must! I could see myself living in Norway for a while and learning their language

@iggyblitz8739 2 жыл бұрын

Although Sweden is having a lot of problems with their crazy immigration policy .

@cruxsacrasitmihilux9363 2 жыл бұрын

Yes but they are also dark and boring

@Eddie-ud4bb Жыл бұрын

Scandanavia pretty.. but... brutally expensive

@joeyburrell3207 4 жыл бұрын

I luv your channel and thoughts😊👍 you have many of my own feelings ( spot on). You speak the gospel.

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Very kind, thank you, it's good to connect.

@officialtmpwavesmedia8753 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the upload!

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment!

@checkthemikecrophone9050 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a watch this today I got a feeling this Video gonna match up how I feel thx for posting

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, thanks for commenting 😁

@Kendick100 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Well said. You do have a point, life is too short not to see what world is like outside of the US.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, why not? :)

@bernadettevanderploeg9551 2 жыл бұрын

I am going to move to Portugal when I retire in a couple of years. One of the safest countries of the world and very friendly and affordable and yes the health care system is more than great !!👍🤩❤️🙏💕

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds great! What are you retiring from thats gonna send u that way?

@boyar1978 Жыл бұрын

my Cambodian girlfriend and i lived in a Khmer village for a while but despite not having running water, hot water, and screens on the windows I always slept best there. In fact I always went to sleep at sundown and woke up at sunrise and after a breakfast of Kuy teav soup and prohok and a coconut, I was ready to feed the animals, plant rice, and more.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

Sounds magical

@tomnietz4158 2 жыл бұрын

Thumbs Up! Can’t wait to see the next ten reasons.

@terrachapman9292 3 жыл бұрын

Great points! Got a flight to Southern Italy with my husband (an Italian citizen) and we are leaving the US to go to Italy. We are lucky that our particular situation was approved by the Italian consulate so we can fly there despite the travel ban. It is certainly scary to travel right now, but as you said, how long can we wait?

@NickDemski 3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck over there, Terra! I hope the flight to Italy goes smoothly. Have you lived in Italy before, or first time for you?

@terrachapman9292 3 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski Thanks! I was just showing your video to my husband as well. It's helpful for me to see I'm not alone in searching for other options of living! I've lived abroad, in Italy and Spain for about 10 years total before coming back to the US with hubs to start a business. I was pretty young when I left the US the first time to study and so I had a different idea or perspective on the US then. Coming back and seeing it after 10 years away and getting older anyway, I see it in a different light. Also I am seeing it through my husband's eyes. Things that might be normal for me and weird for him, like guns for example. And it makes me think more "why am I used to this? I don't need to be used to it, I shouldn't be used to it" or the crazy health care, or many things really. He became very homesick with what's happened with COVID and we just felt like it was the right time. I love it there and can't wait to have some fresh fruit again and the beach!!...and going to the dentist will be nice too :/

@seeitwithme1412 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I just paid $12 for 3 avocados and 3 mangos :( in NYC...NYC is a bit scary right now with the riots. I moved to nyc in 1971 and it was scary back then and I am starting to see signs that NYC may be going back to similar conditions as it was back then. I keep editing my comment as I continue seeing your video lol...My family and friends are constantly telling me to not move...they are warning me that I am going to get killed or "why don't you move somewhere else in the US???" I just listen to them and don't even try to debate the issue? "We can do better" I love it :)

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Those are some pricy perishables! I hope you're staying safe in NYC, but leaving the USA is just as reasonable as moving to Utah, it's just a longer flight out of the country 😬

@geodude6244 Жыл бұрын

Probably 20 dollars plus tax now

@Marco-zt6fz Жыл бұрын

Great video, very good explaination.

@mascode1 Жыл бұрын

Im a colombian living in the US and I agree with you 100%

@ivancaballero5123 8 ай бұрын

yo vivo en canada, quiero modarme a florida, para vivir cerca de colombia :), no me gusta Canada, creo que menos me va gustar eeuu jajajaja la verdad nada como tener algo en el pais de uno y no vivir este infierno de invierno jajajaj

@TagusMan Жыл бұрын

One of the reasons I left a very warm country in southern Europe was because I missed the seasons. Arriving at work already sweaty as hell for half the year got old fast. Some of us just can't stand the heat. Miss living in Europe, loved having a palm tree in my backyard, but I'm grateful for the northern latitudes.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

I hear ya! I don't always enjoy taking 3 cold showers a day to stay refreshed lol

@7777osunajoe 4 жыл бұрын

Hi ' great podcast " Very valuable information ! I have been recently been looking at Ajijic Mexico " , I have some rental , income producing property here around Houston and I can not stand the pressure here "! As a veteran I was the idealist ; believing America is the very best place to live and that America had more freedom than anywhere else. I bought into that and dont want my young sons to live a wasted life of pressure and not know what a really great life could be . I would've never have considered this 10 years ago . Yoyr list was exactly what I've been discovering lately . Just look at America now " look at the people " most of them would also be searching for somewhere to run to if only they knew how to jump off the hamster wheel and land on their feet . I'm quietly working behind the scenes here to make preparations for this move . I pray your voice emboldens someone out there that needs the info to also save another victim of the failed state of America. God bless yal 2 " Joe from Houston"

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Very well said, Joe from Houston. It seems like you've undergone a profound transformation in your life and it's good to hear that you're passing that wisdom on to your children. A "wasted life of pressure" is a good way to put it. Financial stress is everywhere, but it's uniquely powerful in the United States.

@samjordan8800 4 жыл бұрын

@Joe Osuna The US was a very different place just 10 years ago! (I say "US" instead of "America" because someone once told me America is an IDEA. And once I thought about it I realized he was right. His name was Doug Casey, and he wrote the original book on "The International Man" so.... But this fellow veteran is glad to see your change of perspective! By the way, someone I trust told me that in Panama there is a healthcare facility just for US veterans. (Panama used to be a US possession somewhat like Puerto Rico but they left a base behind for decades after they turned it over to the Panamanians.) Hope the above info helps you somehow! I haven't seen it yet, however....

@samjordan8800 4 жыл бұрын

By the way, I'm in Houston, too! Maybe we should connect if you want to sell before you call a Realtor, maybe you can save a commission!

@steveblount2886 3 жыл бұрын

Joe Osuna I live in Houston too. I am now 61 years old and I am not liking the way the a United States is heading. I have been watching a lot of videos of the Nomad Capitalist and this channel. I am seriously thinking about leaving the United States. Possibly starting an offshore company and moving. Possibly the phillipines for a while. Too many of the young people are advocating socialism. Good luck with your plans.

@bernadettevanderploeg9551 2 жыл бұрын

Everything you said is true!!! Spot on !

@rapidresponserepairllc.man9552 Жыл бұрын

Great video very informative very very true. Thank you for the video. I appreciate it. You're so right

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@rapidresponserepairllc.man9552 Жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski are you still in the U.S. ?

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

No I've been in Thailand for 7 months now

@rapidresponserepairllc.man9552 Жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski how is Thailand? Wild?

@hankmoody5514 Жыл бұрын

I'm moving out. I take the leap in 2024. There's just too many problems with the US. I want to live outside the insane asylum for a while and see what it's like.

@richardkaltenbach3961 2 ай бұрын

I'm Going To Try My Best Too, Hopefully In This Year, 2024. To China And To See And Marry My Sweetheart. Problem Is, Where Am I Gonna Get The MONEY??

@georgeellinas2147 2 жыл бұрын

The United States has been greatly on the decline in so many ways! We have the largest amount of incarcerated citizens, and record numbers taking anti-depressants. Itś just not much of a happy, carefree place any more.

@fleurdavril1465 2 жыл бұрын

No, the french have the record numbers taking anti-depressants😉

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

Yeah, but who wouldn't take anti-depressants if they knew they were French?

@dans_channel_svd5033 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with almost all u just said, but Which country do you live now at?

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't settled anywhere yet...im still paying off student loans and until I do that, I'll never be able to buy a house anywhere

@Proudtohaveanewlife2291 Жыл бұрын

You are 100% right my friend, those are my reason to move to Spain very soon. God bless you,. Your video is facts and reality. God bless you and thank you, Nelly Medina 30!years living in Florida and you are right. Love your video

@ivyabordo4683 4 жыл бұрын

Found your channel randomly and I loved this podcast. I have visited Thailand, Costa Rica, Jamaica, and many countries in Europe including Barcelona, Madrid, Amsterdam, Italy, France etcétera without mentioning I am from the Dominican Republic. The United States have given me many opportunities that I have greatly appreciated but I totally understand your discontent and share your sentiment. I had plans to take a sabbatical when the pandemic started and hoping to resume the plans next year. The most peaceful time I have experienced in my life happened in Thailand: simple life and minor stress. Asthma is another condition we have in common. Thanks for sharing and wish you the best. Subscribed!

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Yes there are definitely lots of reasons to live in the USA and people from around the world could benefit from moving there. Glad you found it! But yeah, this message is more for disaffected Americans who feel hoodwinked by the American system. But yeah, Thailand is good for simple times and decreased stress, I love I there. So how are you feeling about the global outbreak with asthma? Sounds like we get hit a little harder (surprise surprise), so I'm a bit worried but not panicking yet haha

@ivyabordo4683 4 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski That is a great question and thank you for asking. To many, I am exaggerating for using masks when walking outside, showering when I get back and for cleaning groceries and surfaces often. I know my health conditions, and based on that, I have to do more to minimize the risk of getting infected. I am not going to lie, without going in panic mode, I have respect for this unknown virus and afraid to get sick because I have a medical background, and currently working in a hospital so I have seen how things can get complicated. By the way, I lived in Grand Rapids for 16 years :-) Keep uploading videos on moving out of the states, I am really motivated to go some place else, at least temporarily. Stay well, stay healthy.

@Halli50 2 жыл бұрын

As for metropolitan transport systems: The oldest one in the wold, the London underground, is relatively well-maintained and works like a charm! Then again, the Nomad is unlikely to know, he is mostly interested in less expensive, warm countries in South America and Asia. His points, however, are perfectly valid!

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

You're right, I've been to London but only briefly on my way to Spain, so I never used their tube unfortunately. East Asia is definitely the place for some sweet train systems 😁 and it's so warm and inexpensive there 🤪

@ToneArt 9 ай бұрын

This guy makes good points. I can't argue against them. I've traveled and lived abroad. Thx for posting and producing this video.

@AlbertAzimov 2 жыл бұрын

We have moved to Portugal from Florida half year ago. Ocean view modern house for 1600 euro/month, best seafood available everywhere, cheap health insurance and crazy cheap car insurance. And surfing lessons 3 times a week for my girls for 250 euro a month (!). We would be able to get only one lesson on Maui island for this price. Did I mention that this is safest place in Europe?

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds awesome! I'm glad you found somewhere safe and engaging for your kiddos!

@Wes_Jones Жыл бұрын

I desperately want to leave the US but I fear I have waited too long. Moving is stressful enough but moving to another country just might be more than I can handle.

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

I hear you...I'm thinking I should make a video about how make moving like this less stressful...

@heyitsjeffagain Жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski - Please do. I’m 58 years old and have never lived outside the US. I’m tired of everything being “wound up like a top,” especially with regard to politics. I’m a few years away from being eligible for social security and want to retire somewhere peaceful to live out our lives.

@brucemunro7499 4 жыл бұрын

Done some world travelling lately to scout out some destinations for my retirement 2 years from now... You are so right...on all points. Mexico...Colombia...love both. The women in Colombia are just the most beautiful snd super friendly!!! But you got to learn some Spanish. Anyway...mandatory watching for...well...for everyone really. Keep up the good work.

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! And sounds great, any others make your list for potential places to leave the USA and retire?

@claudiademoss6040 2 жыл бұрын

Right there with ya, brother!

@scottlitle4764 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I subscribed because it was that good.

@michaelkraft218 Жыл бұрын

I agree totally with this man's points. The stress of living in the USA is not worth it. For once, I'd like to go get my teeth cleaned and pay 20 bucks. What a shame that the USA could be less stressful in some rural areas. Big cities have more culture, but the rural areas you have to deal with crazy 🤪 politics. I can still walk safely at night where I am at. Sure would be nice to experience another culture for a while. Just not brave enough to expatriate.

@paulgreen758 Жыл бұрын

pluck up the courage, I live in Scotland, crime in the highlands is almost non existent, a great work life balance, I had 2 months off a year when I worked, plus the right to roam, ie you don't get shot walking throughout the countryside, yes there are issues here but the positives outweigh the negatives

@michaelkraft218 Жыл бұрын

@@paulgreen758 , thank you for Scotland suggestion.

@sbkpilot1 2 жыл бұрын

2600 a month for a one bedroom in LA, and that's not in any fancy neighborhood.. ridiculous!! housing, healthcare, education, food all going insane

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

Holy Moses! Are you joking? Over $31,000/year in rent? BBBYYYYYYYEEEE AMERICA lol

@akkros707 Жыл бұрын

One of my cousins was a carpenter out in the north shore in Boston and he said to pay rent for a small closet like room was $3,500. It's insane even for just 1 person.

@nancymacavoy3427 4 жыл бұрын

I heard you can’t travel now. I had planned to move to Mexico in November. Will I still be able to. I’m worried!

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

It's gonna be up to each government when they'll let people in and under what circumstances. I've seen Mexico opening some places to tourism, like Cancun, so it's a sign that larger regions may start opening up in the near future. Until the doors open, though, governments can always postpone their opening dates.

@nancymacavoy3427 4 жыл бұрын

The Single Dad Nomad no I just heard the U S is not allowing travel out of the country. You can’t even apply for a passport! I have one but my husband doesn’t.

@nancymacavoy3427 3 жыл бұрын

She Wolf unfortunately I thought I had all the time in the world. Procrastination is a bad habit

@greenolive5732 Жыл бұрын

I agree with most of your analysis. I visited Turkey last month. I was there for three weeks and I noticed my health improved, because I ate healthy food. There is no organic or non organic signs in Turkish grocery stores because everything is organic. It is also cheap to purchase food there. The infrastructure is good, the transportation system is good, the healthcare is good. We are fooling ourselves thinking that we are the best country in the world. USA is a great place if you want to make money, but you need to work hard for it.

@Nick84525 Жыл бұрын

Europe as a whole has much healthier food than USA. I plan to travel to Europe

@stennablue8620 2 жыл бұрын

I sooo agree about the part of politics....it is total bull crap, and all a bunch of lies. The back-stabbing isn't so great either. I also know you are right about the (stress)....it NEVER ends!

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

I figured I'm not the only one who noticed 😉

@messanhhousluvi3373 Жыл бұрын

I’m on my procedure to move to Belgium… I just can’t wait

@2ndchic862 2 жыл бұрын

All I have to say is BRAVO. All well said !!!!!

@StaggerLee68 2 жыл бұрын

I've been back for a year and a half. I've realized that it makes better sense for me to simply not go out, be social or in any way involve myself with anyone or anything here. I live in what many to consider one of the better spots and towns in the U.S. It's pretty but people are fake as it gets. I won't go into the nasty, insufferable and worthless disasters they call "women" in the U.S. I've worked everywhere in this nation, it sucks.

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

@thefloridian8135 10 ай бұрын

I'm a military vet still serving. Been on two tours. Haven't seen combat, perfectly healthy, enjoyed the time with my friends I served with in my last military career. I worked in an Air Force civil engineering squadron. Fun stuff! My new military career completely changed my perspective. I work with AF intelligence now. It's opened my eyes to the politics that lead down rabbit holes and correlations that you see on news media today. I could go on about the terrors the US has produced worldwide and at home too. I'll just say I have a fiance in Peru I plan to marry, and am working on a contingency plan to live peacefully somewhere in Peru. If I were to suggest a country to live in, don't pick a first world country with an arms race. Especially European.

@NickDemski 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Peru sounds nice and I wish u the best 🙏

@ibikeunfolded 4 жыл бұрын

How does one make money once they get to Thailand?

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

Lots of ways to make money online, but if you want to work in Thailand, many expats are teachers, work in scuba, or own a business.

@yasminer3288 10 ай бұрын

I am an AMERICAN and I agree with you, I was born in the U.S. but my family is from Puerto Rico and even tho is a COLONY of the U.S. and it has a lot a U.S. influence at the same time We keep OUR OWN CULTURE and the difference is from earth to the moon so I can relate with my brothers and sisters of HISPANIC America. Every time I go to Puerto Rico I do not want to come back when I am there I feel like I am a COMPLETELY DIFFERENT PERSON, even with all the problems down there people always find the way to relax and take a day at the time. So yea I can relate more with my Hispanic people than with the country I was born in sad but true

@Edmlady92 2 жыл бұрын

Everything you said is so true. I agree. I would leave if I could but my boyfriend and I are paying off a house plus, he doesn't want to be far from his parents which I understand. We do plan to start traveling soon so who knows? We might move out lol. I don't hate the USA but I find it insufferable at times. I wonder if I'll be able to make friends in other countries compared to here. Everytime I attempt to befriend someone here, they're either too busy with work, turn out to be toxic and backstabbing or just NOT down to earth nor easy to talk to. I try to befriend others but it's impossible. I can't wait to start traveling and expand my mind. Need to take a break from this place. Great video! 👍🏾

@NickDemski 2 жыл бұрын

It's hard to leave friends and family behind, probably the hardest part. But it's easy to make friends abroad! Trust me, I know what you mean about how difficult it is to make friends in America. But when you do what's good for you, you meet people who are good for you, too!

@Edmlady92 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickDemski 👍🏾

@akkros707 Жыл бұрын

That's partially true but where I grew up, it was very clique oriented. If you didn't belong in this clique or that clique then you were a piece of $hit. You aren't with us, therefore you're against us. And I traveled to many states on the east coast and the people still feel the same as I did in my home state (Massachusetts). I don't think it's gonna be any different in Europe or outside of the USA.

@tvbuu Жыл бұрын

Thats the number one reason why I refuse to buy a house

@gereflorvil309 4 жыл бұрын

You're telling the truth... Brother

@NickDemski 4 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏

@mickeyb1383 Жыл бұрын

I’d like to leave, but I’m totally anchored down. What would I do with my house and my pets?

@NickDemski Жыл бұрын

Sell the house or rent it out and get someone to manage the property for you. Pets can travel, just make sure they have the proper vaccinations and documentation.

@XA1985 Жыл бұрын

I left my corporate job 3 years ago and left to Central America, I refuse to go back to the US, best decision ever and I’m now nomadic so I’ll go somewhere else

@scottrose1502 2 жыл бұрын

great advice for moving aboard. I am planning at some point in the next 5 years to move to medellin columbia or another spanish speaking country for most of the reason that you listed, mainly for the political, healthcare, and overall health reasons, and that is why i am learning to speak spanish. I see that america while it does have good points, its bad points outweigh it overall, its too colonized and there is too much divide among the people...i blame government and the dirty politicians.