Tinted windows and having something to cover the windows at night will prevent people knowing you are sleeping in the car.
@samsonite84003 жыл бұрын
Always remember, your car is your bestfriend. Only your car will save you when family and friends fall out. You can trust a car because it doesn't change moods, people however are erratic and switch up. That includes family. Best solution is to trade/buy a big car and pay it like your paying an apartment [invest in a big car] and make sure the car you have *Always has a sunroof/moonroof for fresh air and have rain guards so you can roll your window down enough to get air in. As well as 3 fans and possibly an air purifier. Also dark window tint if you have to.
@JuCarlos-ex8ip Жыл бұрын
Very true
@abdullahal-shimri30917 ай бұрын
So true. An American girlfriend costs $800/month in maintenance. The girl will ditch you when a richer better looking guy comes along. This is why it’s better to make a $800/month car payment than a $800/month on a girl.
@informalnarwhals3 ай бұрын
but not too dark or no one can see you and you'll get pulled over 😵💫
@PrimericanIdol7 күн бұрын
I stopped reading at "your (sic) paying...".
@informalnarwhals7 күн бұрын
@@PrimericanIdol what a silly reason to stop reading, and an even sillier reason to reply. a typo. just read the comment for what it is or keep scrolling 🤔
@pamerman69585 жыл бұрын
Having the legs down in relationship to the body increases the risk of a blot clot. Sitting too much is really bad, but brisk walking is very beneficial. If one can find a way to elevate the legs and feet part of the time, ideally higher than the heart, it can be helpful.
@koningbolo47004 жыл бұрын
San Fransisco would be THE place to find parking to sleep in a vehicle to have your feet higher then just about anything...
@noturningback20233 жыл бұрын
+Pam I met a man who gave himself a stroke sleeping sitting up in his car.
@beedee95342 жыл бұрын
Im 75 im out by 10 after 3 beer and 3 shots of tokillyah and im out like a drunken bum in the streets and the weather wont even bother you, cop knock on my door told me to move i said OK i laid back down and said hell with it the next day i woke up and i was not bothered at all guess the cops said let the old dude sleep DV plates helped
@kellyyork38982 жыл бұрын
I would add....don’t sleep in the drivers seat area because as you move about at night while asleep, you could accidentally hit the gear shift, tge horn or lights, etc.
@mindful_wander2 жыл бұрын
Oh that's a good thing to note as well. Are you living in a car as well Kelly? Thanks!
@marywagner36445 жыл бұрын
Shit no it's not safe but better than a tent on a sidewalk
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Indeed! I should consider myself very fortunate to have a car in the first place :)
@Pinkielover3 жыл бұрын
plenty safe ,, if you know were to park ,I have a dash cam that records front and back 24 seven... im going on 3 years... i never park on streets ever.. also Be aware you need to have a residential address of some kind to carry insurance and registration. i use my storage unit rental place..or you could use a Ups Box
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
@@Pinkielover That's amazing that you've been doing it for so long and you have things really dialed in!
@abdullahkazic6 ай бұрын
@@Pinkielover I can use storage unit location as home address? Even for jobs, insurance, driving license?
@Whimsy36922 ай бұрын
You think some of us do this for funsies?
@timelessmusicfamilymusic91754 жыл бұрын
Good idea is to keep 2 wallets. Your personal wallet & a fake wallet stuff with old used up gift cards💳. That way if someone tries to rob you, you can hand over your fake wallet(just make sure nothing with your name is on it).
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Ohh, cool idea! Thanks for sharing that!
@robertmartinez27904 жыл бұрын
That’s why you park at a 24 hour Walmart that allows overnight parking with good lighting. Or a Pilot gas station, also 24 hours with bright lights and most likely other people sleeping in there car for the night also
@PrimericanIdol7 күн бұрын
Their* car...
@qrlee67622 жыл бұрын
It is terrible to live in a car but thank goodness there are technologies that allows people to work from a space. At least there is a roof, smartphone, KZfaq, and WIFI.
@theaouch47493 жыл бұрын
Solutions to your problems. 1. Sleep next to park area, always move to different side everynight to cover all 4 corners or parameters. 2. Take BJJ, Submission Wrestling or MMA class. 3. Dont flash your car to stranger, put most houswhole items in storage or your parents house. 3. Reduce or minimize accidents: Search, Evaulate, and Execute . Never sleep in the opened parking lots, sleep next to the Public Parks is safer. 4. Be a warrior, Samurai, Ankorian, or Gladiators we dont give a rat rear end what yall think. Life is survival. 5. Small car solutions remove passenger and rear two seats, built flat platform with form so you could lay full body. I have minivan , remove 2nd and 3rd row seats put in twin bed lay fully down and sleep comfortably. Crack open windows alittle is fine with me. Shower at the gym, shit, shave, and shower.
@PrimericanIdol7 күн бұрын
English please?
@twotime884 жыл бұрын
I have seen trees fall during storms, so if the weather is bad just check your surroundings also.
@nicolausharvot38254 жыл бұрын
twotime88 That's a really good point I haven't considered. Thanks
@michaelboyle5185 Жыл бұрын
😊😊😊😊
@jeanwest10584 жыл бұрын
I am obsessed with “van Life”. I recently came across this channel and my oh my....without a doubt one of the best. You’re very young yet very wise. Thank you for sharing so much good information...this is all stuff I would have not thought of or have seen from other youtubers. Yes indeed, well done you! Much love from Austin, Texas!
@mindful_wander2 жыл бұрын
Oh thanks Jean! That's really of nice you. So are you currently living the van life in Texas?
@kozmikpulse71312 ай бұрын
I have been living in my car for two weeks now. So far I am very happy with the decision, Though I must admit, I am very lucky to live in a city that I can genuinely trust. There is a tourist attraction type place nearby with twenty four hour shower and bathroom access. To me that is crucial. It may seem offensive to say, but if you don't look homeless, using a shower like this every 3 days or so isn't going to be a problem. For safety, this is what i do. I created my own custom window covers. Two ways to do this are to use double sided velcro tape and position the pieces so that you can still crack your windows...or just make the cutout slightly larger than the window. This can be achieved by adding layers of duct tape to the corners of the panels until they require you to apply pressure to get them to fit. My covers consist of a layer of amazon cardboard in the middle, 2 outer layers of black duct tape (wrapped around the outer edges to keep out rain when windows are cracked), and an inside layer of carpet. This helps a bit with insulation and temperature management. For the rear window, you can save money by buying a large table cloth (i got one for $1.50 at a discount store) and cutting it out to fit the cardboard. For all of this i use a staple gun to combine the layers. For larger window pieces, goto dollar tree and find flat metal or plastic rulers and use duct tape to apply them across the cardboard to prevent bending, specifically targeting creases in the cardboard to prevent having to rebuild your covers. For the outer edges of windows, you can use about 1/2 inch of duct tape to reduce light bleeding through. Further on the subject of safety, here's my technique. The covers are medium distance security. They will be noticed when a potential thief gets 20 feet or so from your vehicle. For long distance prevention, I use a dummy anti theft led at the front of my car up by the center rear view mirror. This deters potential thieves from over 50 feet away. The next step is motion detection. There are proximity detectors for cheap on temu and amazon that will make a loud noise or bright light when motion is captured at close proximity. If someone still tries to break in, I feel most comfortable with this method: Step one: get loud immediately and threaten physical harm in self defense. Step two: grab a taser with a loud siren and activate the siren immediately. Step three: if the opponent is engaged directly, use pepper spray with a 20ft range, and try to spray from outside the vehicle. Step four, pull out a real looking gun, or an actual gun, once again be loud and scary. At this point, you should be ready to drive away as soon as possible. Most of this should never happen if you layer up as many preventative solutions as you can. But it never hurts to be ready. If you are prepared enough, you should never have to physically defend yourself, but should always be prepared to do so just in case. I think the biggest concern though, apart from safety, and one you didn't cover much, is temperature. Some areas have more extreme weather than others. The number ONE must have for living in your car for more than just a night is a portable power generator. Something with 250wh to 500wh is plenty for temperature regulation. I got the bailibatt 300w for $110 and am more than happy. I use a 12v to 110v car inverter to reliably charger it during the day while i'm driving. For summer time, Target has the honey well ht-900 fan for under $20. Amazon also has these rechargeable lithium battery powered fans that do a great job when you combine a few of them together, but that only works if its under 85 degrees. This is why I recommend the generator. It is harder to stay cool in a car when it's hot outside than to stay warm when it's cold outside. This being said, i recommend a sleeping bag rated for 0 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. This is perfect for temperature regulation all year round and easier to stash away so your car doesn't look like a bedroom in the day time. The generator will also let you run a space heater, I just recommend sticking to a 35W power rating on any temperature regulation device, so you can sleep comfortably through the entire night. Solid sleep is crucial to moving forward to a better living situation. This being said, I have tried out different sleeping pads and this is what i recommend: 75" length, 24" to 30" width (go with 30" if it will fit in your vehicle), 6" thickness (at least 1 inch of memory foam towards the top. 1 inch cotton max. The other 3 to 4 inches of thickness should be SUPPORT foam and nothing less. Expect to pay $75 to $150 for a long term viable portable bed setup. Amazon has your back (literally). Just take your time when picking what's right for you. If you don't have the money for a comfortable portable bed, this is a reason to borrow money, donate plasma, use an app based lending service, etc. It will absolutely make living in your car a step forward in a better direction! Hope my ranting helps someone out 😊
@jrno933 жыл бұрын
If you have a panic button on your key fob and you wake up to steps or come one trying to open your door smash that alarm button! It'll scare the shit out of them
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea!
@exposingfalseteacherreneer68214 жыл бұрын
You should keep your keys IN the ignition, with a black t shirt covering them. I just got to the part where you mentioned blood clots. Wow, I know a woman who slept in her backseat for YEARS -- literally bent over. And she recently died from a blood clot.
@grungestoryteller4 жыл бұрын
Omg
@brendaparmer602 ай бұрын
Really that’s what I was doing in the drivers seat sitting up.!,,😮😮😮
@ShanellandShalom4 күн бұрын
Best places to sleep 1. Truck stops ( it's legal and there are bathrooms / showers and lots of light ) 2. Rest areas again ... Bathrooms ,it's legal and you have lots of lighting 3. Cracker Barrels ... It's legal lots of lighting and great food in the morning / bathrooms . Usually they are in an area with gas stations and hotels so you can use the bathrooms . Note: I wouldn't ever sleep at a Walmart . I don't know why I just don't . Never felt right about it . I'm sure you can find camping spots and other places but for my own personal experiences these three places have done me well . God bless you .
@lval054 жыл бұрын
As for parking, you can always sleep at the gym parking lot that only works if its a 24 hour open gym. Instead of pepper spray get a stun gun of course you have to charge it, but its much easier then pepper spray also you can keep a bat under your seat or a cast iron pan under your seat whichever you feel is best. As for internet libraries have free wifi.
@sahvannaclark68684 жыл бұрын
Yep! I also live in my car and stay in various locations throughout my town but the gym parking lot is my favorite for many reasons.
@PrimericanIdol7 күн бұрын
I stopped reading at "easier then (sic)". Also. A knife or a gun is better.
@itsno1duh5 жыл бұрын
I got a blood clot from sitting at a conference for 8 hrs on a padded folding chair. I am tall and the clot formed right where my long leg hung over the seat edge and when I was developing my vehicle "bed" (reclining the front seat in my sedan) I noticed where the front edge of the seat falls is the "clot" area and it reminded me of discomfort there after the clot when driving long ways. Even though it is comfortable enough massaging*, some stretching and staying properly hydrated is VERY important. I am also adding support from seat edge to the natural bend at my knees (using a soft clothing container that I would normally use for storage so double use) *I have a mix of essential oils to disperse the tendency to clot : Helichrysum Cistus Clove Lavender Lemon, 4 drops each in an ounce of carrier oil. Use at your own risk but this video IS about knowing the risks and how you might deal with them.
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Wow thanks for the tips. Crazy how the body can be so susceptible to clots.
@gbjacks22 жыл бұрын
Excellent Video!! Things that van lifers dont talk abt. Like i have not heard anyone saying this things that are very important!!! THANK YOU!!!
@mindful_wander11 ай бұрын
Oh yes? What things specifically don't they mention? Great insight.
@davidlopez-rl4sh3 жыл бұрын
Coming from a guy who sleeps in his car alot this was still helpful and caring information. I hope all is well with you this is the first video I ever saw with you.
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Oh thanks, David! I appreciate that. All the best to you!
@davidlopez-rl4sh3 жыл бұрын
@@mindful_wander I actually just came home to my apartment and there is a no trespassing sticker on my door. I am officially locked out and back in my car
@slackdaddy19122 жыл бұрын
Well I’ll tell ya, I would rather sleep in a vehicle, than on the street, park bench or viaduct.
@mindful_wander2 жыл бұрын
Agreed. It seems to me that it would be much safer.
@bloedkop50942 ай бұрын
Keep your doors locked. I had several cases where people walk by and feel the doors to see if can get in and steal.
@iananderson37993 жыл бұрын
I should have thought nothing sends out a message of "Someone is sleeping here" more, than covered windows.
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Yes, which is also why choosing your city or neighborhood makes a difference too. If it seems like a safe place (no bars on windows, nicely painted curbs, no trash on the ground, etc.) it's less of a worry that people will bother you. Of course, that could go the other way too, right? Like you could stay in too-nice of a neighborhood and then suddenly every strange activity is cause for the residents to be alarmed. It's a delicate thing I guess but I think it requires you to just be very observant and err on the side of safety.
@southerngal78995 жыл бұрын
Om gosh, Ty for mentioning getting rear ended. I'll be living in an old mustang and was thinking of sleeping the same way you mentioned. I don't want to sleep in the driver's seat because I have scoliosis. I'm almost 70 and want to travel a little. I have no other way to travel, no van. And, I really believe I'll be in better health if I do. I just stay inside and only nuke junk to eat. Living in my car, I'll HAVE to get out and walk. I've gotten myself in such bad shape by just staying in bed being depressed. Tyvm for your video. Safe travels and God bless. 🌷🙏🙏
@ascher405 жыл бұрын
How come you sleep in a car? Didnt you save money when you were working?
@rebbeshort4 жыл бұрын
Another way to stay safe that way is to find a parked car to park close to, so that they become a bit of a shield. For example, if you are parked on the right hand side of the street and the traffic is coming from behind you, try to find a spot close to and in front of another parked car. Living in my car does get me out walking. There's ways to stay lazy, but walking - being available just outside the car door - does happen more often. Eat fresh vegetables and fruits as you go.
@1234cheerful9 ай бұрын
@@ascher40 the ability to save depends on your level of income and cost of living where you live. Sure, get a better job but that takes energy and planning you may not have. Southerngal7899 may be on Social Security but not all jobs paid into that either. Some jobs, they don't pay much. It's called getting by.
@thenobleone-33844 жыл бұрын
There are many risk factors I can think of not being able to take a clean bath anywhere, brush your teeth, and wash your clothes you would have to find somewhere to do all of these. This is what makes it difficult not only that u have to think about your safety also. I live in Houston and people break in people's cars all the time.
@thelightneverfollows58443 жыл бұрын
gym and a laundramat
@iflowmagazine3 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!!! Important highlights of car-sleeping that is helpful with preparing for roadtrips with better caution.
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks! All my best to you on your next adventures. Anything planned for 2021?
@Wolverine8091Ай бұрын
Good to know I'm sleeping in my car 3 night in a week because my job moved so i didn’t know about the clot, very important to know, i wouldn't suggest anybody to sleep in a car, unless is temporary and if you gonna do get a van a make it comfortable
@itsno1duh5 жыл бұрын
Using pepper spray while you are IN your car means YOU are also getting sprayed and it is no joke! Not saying it won't be a benefit but you had better know exactly HOW you will protect YOUR eyes if you deploy it.
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
You are so right. Even without wind being much of an issue (though it could be too) there will always be free-floating particles being back-sprayed. Good looking out.
@TimothyVincentStBarts-ls7ii3 жыл бұрын
I "accidentally" sprayed my bear spray and got a teeny tiny amount in my eyes and i was screwed for all day. it burns all day. be careful.
@Michael9-23-153 жыл бұрын
Having a very bright strobe flashlight will temporarily blind any person who is a threat.
@cameronsimonton25152 жыл бұрын
@@Michael9-23-15 and a “tactical” flashlight should have a sharp front end around the beam area; useful for striking an assailant’s hand if they grab you.
@CenterpointlessАй бұрын
I’ve sprayed myself with pepper spray to try it out it’s not even bad 😂
@roxannegalvan462 Жыл бұрын
I am glad that you made this video because these topics are important when living in a car.
@mindful_wander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Roxanne. Yes, safety is very important. It would be so unfortunate to have something bad happen when someone is in a vulnerable point in there life where they have to live in a car.
@peaceseeker99276 ай бұрын
Excellent. This is the first time I've seen this topic covered in detail.
@mindful_wander6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting. Have you been living or camping in your car?
@mariarooney62624 жыл бұрын
Very excellent video. You talk about issues I haven’t heard before. Like health. Family relations. I’m going female soli in about a week. I am much older than you. My family actually had an intervention interrogating me about my decision to travel to see the USA. I could understand concern and them not understanding yet the negativity is more stressful than anything. Even one of my friends wants to micromanage me and know where I’m going to be every step. Asking where I’m going to sleep. I sense it’s just something to gossip about. I can’t wait even more to get away. I feel oppressed and smoothered. Thank you for the point you brought. It helped me to me mindful of important factors. The best to you in the future.
@dawna41854 жыл бұрын
don't let any of them dull your sparkle...go out and live your best life and forget those naysayers....they are only self serving....good luck and have fun!!
@ItsaVibe225 жыл бұрын
Option 1 If you are sleeping in a residential area Don't let it be known you are sleeping in your car. Option 2 If you are in a parking lot, that is safe Don't hide too much because a thief will not try to rob your car if they know you are in it.
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the input! I agree.
@1234cheerful9 ай бұрын
I dunno, carjackers are getting pretty brazen these days.
@1234cheerful9 ай бұрын
During the Irag war, a reporter embedded with troops who slept in a military vehicle with his knees bent, died from a blood clot. I think his last name was Allen. I heard a story like this from Afghanistan too.
@1234cheerful9 күн бұрын
True. Michael Allen, I think his name was.
@JohnnylMr5 ай бұрын
Great content, comprehensive and with humor.
@mindful_wander5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you Johnny!
@irenetomeck40573 жыл бұрын
Thank you for keeping it real. You hit on all the "really" important stuff except you missed the "where to go potty" chapter...lol. Some things are better left unexplained. You were very logical in your presentation. I appreciated that. So thanks again for keeping it real.
@1234cheerful9 ай бұрын
Yeah, if you are the wake-at-2-am type, you will need a solution that is easy to manipulate when sleepy. You can't always just jump out of your car, you dont know who is around.
@TaylorMoats5 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel! Have also lived in my car for a period of time and started making videos. Thank you for sharing. Solid information!
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, man! Very cool. Are you moving around or mostly staying in the car in a singular place?
@TaylorMoats5 жыл бұрын
@@mindful_wander Was staying in a single place, Las Vegas, so I could continue working my job. It allowed me to save up for equipment to start my video business😁📽
@DustDevilNomad5 жыл бұрын
@Going 2 Thrive I’m planing on moving to Vegas soon and living out of my SUV. Is it hard finding places to sleep and how do you deal with the heat?
@bloedkop50942 ай бұрын
Biggest health issue I have had from sleeping in car is bacteria buildup on pillow sleeves that feeds on small pieces of skin shed from your head. Causes ear and eye infections. Have to change your pillow sleeves often and I also used sanitizing wipes for face, eyes and ears.
@mindful_wander2 ай бұрын
Never thought of that. Thanks for pointing it out. Does this happen in the car (as opposed to at home) because of the air that circulates in from the road?
@brendaparmer602 ай бұрын
When I was homeless I picked up stalkers. These people stalked me day and night. I sleep at night. They don’t. I ran two states away. They are still with me. Now I discovered where those tall security lights are in parking lots cuz when they get tripped they began talking very loud . this wakes me up in the middle of the night. Once that security thing is breached it begins filming, also. I don’t think my stalkers know that. On the first night I slept under one, it was breached. I woke up in my car yanking the window coverings down and starting my car quickly. I was so alarmed because next to my drivers door, parked way too close was a windowless van! 😳 yikes I was driving before I was awake. I was located by the reservation and as soon as my tires hit the street I was lit up and pulled over by the tribal police. He said ma’am u dint use your turn signal. As I was telling him to take me somewhere safe. Now I always park under that security. Cuz I will know when it is breached. Whoever it is that s stalking me still comes with his windowless van however, he no longer breaches the motion detector. On top of mt Shasta they tried shooting my tires out 5 different times. One time they missed me and shot the poor guy in a white van that had windows and flattened his tire! I’m sorry to him but I couldn’t stop. He was traveling on the drivers side of my car. Stalker was on the passenger side. I heard the bang.. stalker did not have his drivers window open. I don’t know how he was doing it! This guy followed me from Tehachapi Ca. To Washington. The other day I just found two GPS in my car. Can’t call police! The retaliation is brutal when I do that. Plus cops say do you have a prescription you need to get filled? Are you on drugs? They won’t hear you when you’re homeless! They think you’re crazy,!
@safffff10004 жыл бұрын
Have a hotel fund for dates. At 68 my wife and I lived for 10 days just in the civic seat reclined never felt bad. We oversleep when we put the jackets over our heads. I'm getting a Prius.
@BruceBanner-eg8vsАй бұрын
When I lived in my car, I rented a Rav4 for space and ability to plow through snow. I always opened one window just a bit to let fresh air in. I had my favorite spot in 24-hour supermarket plaza opposite a 24-hour Planet Fitness in a good neighborhood. However, people got to know I was there (I snore) and I got unwelcome attention (nails in tires, people knocking on window at night). Fortunately, I got pay increase and moved into apartment just in time. Now there are signs everywhere there saying no parking or idling etc.
@user-np3yb4uv2g5 ай бұрын
I rotate too. I keep doors locked. I sleep in my seat just put sear back. Usually at a all night laundry mat or a late fast food place.
@crimsonwalrus6975 жыл бұрын
See. In England, even if you were parked illegally. They worst they'd do is move you along, and so long as you moved when asked/told to do so. You're ok. No ticket, nothing.
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
That sounds nice
@AmyKristine3 жыл бұрын
When Katie Carney is in her car traveling/living.. she says at truck stops like flying j
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Oh cool. Thanks for sharing that, Debi!
@roxannegalvan462 Жыл бұрын
You do have to be safe .
@mindful_wander Жыл бұрын
Indeed!, Roxanne! Safety first :)
@halreneau63432 жыл бұрын
It is very tough thing to do hard to do for long term times be careful watch your situations know your areas well avoid high crime areas stay safe be watchful and stay safe please stay safe watch your situations carefully
@mindful_wander11 ай бұрын
yes, great advice! Thanks for looking out!
@analisae42335 жыл бұрын
Depends on where you live I’ve slept in my car all over Cali la the worst I think and Stockton lol 😆
@MsDesign494 жыл бұрын
I'm in southern California and about to start living out of my car do you have any tips
@TB-ij1vg4 жыл бұрын
^
@SAPHYTYRA4 жыл бұрын
Hey where were the best places in Cali to live in your car?
@ltjr20016 жыл бұрын
Hey Brandon, Be safe out there Man ✌
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@TimothyVincentStBarts-ls7ii3 жыл бұрын
i sleep in a mini-van. i bought covers for all the windows (i can't think of the website but they make them for many different types of cars.).....For safety....if I leave my van to go food shopping or hiking, i put all the covers in the windows and i turn on a small but loud transistor radio and i leave it on super loud). That way, if someone approaches my car, they cannot see in but they can hear the loud radio playing so they think someone is in there.).....also....for my very expensive valuables in my van ($1,800 satelite phone, smith and wesson revolver, cash) i bought a very serious safe that has a big azz steel cable so I can lock the safe to the front seat. few people carry bolt cutters so the cable and the safe help keep my stuff safe. ......the website to buy car window covers is weathertech.com and the safe i got was from amazon....it is the size of two shoe boxes...it comes with a steel cable and it unlocks either with a key, combination, or finger prints. the company that makes the safe is.....Vaultek. Not cheap but my stuff doesn't get ripped off.
@grungestoryteller4 жыл бұрын
In West Seattle I just park by where I used to live on Alki Beach. A lot of ppl come in summer and hang around the beach. There's RVs on the main street to Alki - and a 7-11 right by where they all park. It's a really beautiful area. Ive been making some videos just go to my channel in like a week I'll be starting to post them. There's a lot of sunset etc videos on my channel now if anyone wants to see what it looks like. The only bummer lately is because of the virus my gym is closed. They are normally open from 5 a.m to 11 p.m and have the HOTTEST biggest showers with benches. They are called West Seattle Fitness Club
@bloedkop50942 ай бұрын
I had a drunk dude smash int my car from behind once. It woke me up felt like another car hit me. But it was just a man that was so drunk that he used my car as a crutch to stop him from falling over.
@spivackl2 жыл бұрын
You missed the # 1 way to keep your car safe from theft! My car looks like a piece of crap. It's old. it's dented, it's full of junk. Anyone who saw it would never guess that I had anything in it worth more than 2 cents. When, in fact, I cary a lot of cash with me. Lol!
@mindful_wander2 жыл бұрын
Haha, great point!
@fredfeldmeier82285 жыл бұрын
Exactly indeed Thank you
@melaniel53745 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!! This is helpful !great video !
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Mélanie!
@johnnyd6555 жыл бұрын
if you dont feel safe living in a car it means your living in the wrong city
@johnnyd6555 жыл бұрын
@@user-zd9fc4vs4q my buddy sleeps in his van at a parking ramp and its free parking ,i live in the only city of 100000 + pop where we dont have to pay for parking
@MrFunkadeIic5 жыл бұрын
@@user-zd9fc4vs4q Neither of you are living in the right city. If you were, you would have been taught in school the difference between "your" and "you're".
@MrFunkadeIic5 жыл бұрын
@@user-zd9fc4vs4q You are still in the wrong city buddy. The word "than" is used to compare two or more things. The word "then" is used to describe time. Your grammar is also off. Please revisit your comment or move to another city.
@MrFunkadeIic5 жыл бұрын
@@user-zd9fc4vs4q Ma'am, you asked me to do something productive. I am doing so by telling you to revise your grammar.
@MrFunkadeIic5 жыл бұрын
@@user-zd9fc4vs4q Please, come back to me when you learn English.
@marthahackett89672 жыл бұрын
We use black bedding it helps us blend in st night. We never park in the last parking spot cars might hit your car coming across the street if your car is the first car they come too..
@robertmaybeth343422 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@mindful_wander21 күн бұрын
Hey Robert. Not sure I can fully express the gratitude for your Thanks on this video. $2 to a very small creator is more impactful than people realize. Thank you.
@BlackRose-xt2xu5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your information.
@oktoberwolfe2726 Жыл бұрын
About to move into my Jeep Renegade ..took the back seats out, getting black out side window covers, got a north face sleeping bag( for extreme cold) ready, and a memory foam pad ready to bare the TX winter, ive just been constantly thinking where to park. My jeep is pretty stealthy, dark grey, dark windows. I'm thinking of parking around cameras, hospitals or higher end hotels ( but in the right spot if that makes sense) ... id also suggest having a storage room. Keeping valuables at the home base or stuff you dont want stolen. A gym membership so your clean at all times, all about minimizing the risk and attention. Id also suggest if you have a sound system to not have it bumping where you might be resting. I have a good job with family ... and not sure how they would take the news lol. But, im trying to get my life back on track and with the money I make ...livng in my jeep would save me loads of money... I might stay at a hotel a few nights just to decompress. But, living in the jeep 60-70% of the time. Id also suggest considering where to park in case of a hail /extreme storm... that would be terrifying. Not because of what could happen to you. But also the damage to the vehicle. Theres only so many places to go. Also, having snacks/hydration or maybe a power station to keep cool/warm. Id say try to be as comfortable as you can and have the necessary gear to get you through the seasons.
@mindful_wander11 ай бұрын
How has the jeep life been going?
@jeff363810 күн бұрын
Take a dirt road to a dirt path to a weed patch drive into the brush. .. tape reflectors sleep tight..😅
@adjustablehammer37493 жыл бұрын
I fell on hard times a few months ago and slept out my car for a while I drove out of town found a spot on a country lane where you'd be unlucky to see one person let alone someone that wants to mug you
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that. At first, that may sound very sad and lonely, but I suspect that may have been healing for you in some small way. Is that true?
@hadezmage2 жыл бұрын
My uncle slept in his car for a while and he used those bumper cushion things in the front and back of the car to lessen damage to self or car in an accident.
@laurendd11234 жыл бұрын
blood clots are related to eating animal products and meat. if living in the car, it would probably be smart to try to eat vegan or vegetarian for the most part. I feel like a lot of people eat fast food a ton when car camping, and thats not good for the body
@mindful_wander4 жыл бұрын
Hey Lauren! Thanks so much for that comment. What a coincidence because I just started a 30-day vegan challenge after watching a great documentary on Netflix called The Game Changers. Have you seen it??
@MargoMartin15 жыл бұрын
A can of Wasp spray is ALWAYS within reach for me! You can spray a looonngg steam with a slightly cracked window!
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Cool idea! Thanks for sharing!
@dawna41854 жыл бұрын
is this spray for humans or wasps?
@exposingfalseteacherreneer68214 жыл бұрын
Bear mace too.
@Michael9-23-153 жыл бұрын
That's something I do as well! It's cheap and made for distance.
@Joe449444 жыл бұрын
Right on man, great video!
@estherchoe25804 жыл бұрын
You are a nice guy!
@grantlam92474 ай бұрын
Highway Rest/break stop would be the best place.
@mindful_wander3 ай бұрын
Depending on the specific location, they definitely can be! Have you been staying at those places?
@darienchrysafis36553 жыл бұрын
Benzene build-up is a concern if you DON’T crack the windows.
@bonniehoke-scedrov49063 жыл бұрын
This is my first time enjoying your KZfaq channel. Great work! I’m looking forward to more great content from you. Thank you so much for this informative video! I got so much out of it. ************************************ If you don’t mind sharing, why exactly are you living out of your car? Do you have student loans to pay off? Between jobs? Are you in it for the adventure? All the above? Just curious…
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bonnie. Thanks for reaching out! Among a number of reasons, perhaps the biggest reasons were to not pay rent but still live on my own, not be tied into a lease agreement, and to put myself in a position of forced minimalism. I first started to seriously consider it when I had the inkling that I would leave my job.
@bonniehoke-scedrov49063 жыл бұрын
Going 2 Thrive Thank you so much for sharing. There are so many people who are making the choice you did because finding affordable housing is so darn difficult. I certainly hope living in your car has helped you get closer to your dreams. It certainly beats being stuck in an unsatisfying job. Good luck!
@59zory2 жыл бұрын
Great Video. . Good Content
@mindful_wander2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Elizabeth! Are you in a similar living situation?
@PrimericanIdol7 күн бұрын
Fact: Car and van life is so much easier in the current year because of the Internet.
@gregb47996 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@abdollahgilani41193 жыл бұрын
Very smart!
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adollah!
@yes24__6 жыл бұрын
hope you're doing okay! great videos dude
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ellen!
@cameronsimonton25152 жыл бұрын
Excellent points.
@mindful_wander11 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@koningbolo47004 жыл бұрын
I camp a lot in my sprinter van conversion and in my country pepper spray is not legal without a weapon permit (which one never gets for pepper spray btw) but I carry on me always a small container (5ml with some added air to bump up the pressure a bit and a drilled out nozzle) to act as a de-facto pepper spray, it works, believe me I know and so does my one time assailant...Also next to my drivers seat or on my dash is a steering wheel lock, which is not only a functioning steering wheel lock but also can be used to swing and crack some bones if need be. I never had to use that one and even though I was stopped several times by law enforcement, they never regarded the lock as being a non belonging item next to a drivers seat and left it alone. Many people chose to get a smaller size baseball bat or a crowbar to do similar jobs but a cop could then start to argue that the item has nothing to do with driving a vehicle and should be considered an assault weapon making it possibly subject of a criminal case. My advice: loose the baseball bat to the trunk or the sporting clothes bag in the trunk, leave tools also in the trunk but get a weapon looking/acting item which belongs next to a driver seat like steering wheel locks, a large book of maps (always good to hit a loud mouth with some knowledge) or a small fire extinguisher (you never know when you need to put out a heated argument) One safety thing: I recommend you leave the car keys in or very near the ignition switch in case you need to make a quick get away. If you leave the keys in the ignition you can drape a t shirt or the like over the steering coulomb to conceal the fact that the keys are there...make sure the t-shirt can not get caught in the works when you turn the wheel...would be bad if you had to get away quick and you have to deal with a caught up solid t shirt stuck in the steering mechanics... Also many people leave some items in the front seat(s) related to work but I realize this is not very viable for a honda civic or worse: a prius passenger car.
@w0bblyd0inkb0ink3 жыл бұрын
how about plastic panel emitting toxic fumes especially during warmer months?
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I never thought about that. That's a great thing to point out.
@coolspott25415 жыл бұрын
blm land, hospitals, hotel parkibg lot , walmart, rest stops, free camping sites
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
You got it! Thanks :)
@koningbolo47004 жыл бұрын
car dealerships/repair shops (preferably the brand of car you are currently driving), muffler, tire or oil change places, near or at police- and fire stations, town hall, any federal or local government facility parking lot open to the public (DMV or DOT are fitting ones), big shopping centers, industrial areas, your parent(s) driveway (obviously) or any family member's driveway for that matter, 24hr grocery shop parking lots (or any 24h or late open places offering parking), gas stations, farms (if you ask first - you'd be surprised at what people say yes to if they are asked nicely)
@AmyKristine3 жыл бұрын
Do you ever watch Katie Carnie? She is staying at a friend's because of covid-19 right now. But she's been doing it for years
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
I have not but I will now that you mentioned it! Thanks for sharing that :) You rock!
@lval054 жыл бұрын
Also how do you take the seats out so you can make the trunk into a bed.
@SPINEVENTZ4 жыл бұрын
Good air filter! I keep my windows up, ac on circulating inside air. Toyota Prius Prime can run AC all night on EV.
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Whoa, Priuses can run AC all night? Is that all models? That's awesome!
@SPINEVENTZ3 жыл бұрын
@@mindful_wander all models but prime is the best, running on ev all night. The others engine goes on for 1min every 15min.
@houstradamus4 жыл бұрын
It's illegal in Canada to use Pepper Spray on people :(
@laramatthews20822 жыл бұрын
All but #1 are legit concerns I have living in my house 😆
@ricardoromero94843 жыл бұрын
6:54 this happened to my friend Eric once
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
Oh no! Is he okay??
@Vanstaples4 жыл бұрын
Near the outskirts of a walmart parking lot? Or in a walmart parking lot?
@25cstore195 жыл бұрын
Well, someone intelligent as you maybe move to Vegas and get a room-mate paying 300 bucks a month. What you will save on buying food outside and the cost of dating girls (or having ugly ones) is worth it. And just one thing--you did not mention showers which is a huge issue. 10 bucks Planet Fitness covers that part which is essential.
@jeff363810 күн бұрын
I sleep in my Self Driving car while puttimg on the miles😅
@grungestoryteller4 жыл бұрын
Not sure if you're even still in your car this was a couple of years ago that you did these videos or if you even follow your own channel anymore but I just wonder why aren't you camping out more or like parking your car in the more rural area instead of in the city? I know the last time I tried to park on the beach in California there was cops on me faster than there would have been in the city so I guess that might be the reason but it seems like since you have such a nice new car why don't you just go to the Mojave Desert or just go to a KOA Campground?
@blakeavila44095 жыл бұрын
Also there are chemicals in the foams, leathers, and fabrics such as flame retardants that you breath in as they are slowly released into the air by sun exposure. Its called offgassing.
@parker45602 жыл бұрын
There’s no sun in the night bro
@blakeavila44092 жыл бұрын
@@parker4560 So you park in a garage all day everyday? Nice
@parker45602 жыл бұрын
I don’t live in my car bro I live in Ohio.. we don’t get a bunch of sun here there’s no sun in the night anywhere though lmao. So how was offgassing happen
@blakeavila44092 жыл бұрын
@@parker4560 It still happens. Indoor air quality is worse than outdoor air quality.
@parker45602 жыл бұрын
@@blakeavila4409 so your saying I can’t sleep in my back seat of my voltswagon for like a Week ? Even if I put a blanket/pad and a pillow there ?
@ryandunn12855 жыл бұрын
Pepper spray to much? I always have a 9mm
@hajipuria23494 жыл бұрын
Wbu 12 gauge shotgun?
@chauduc8144 жыл бұрын
if you want to live in a car, you should have a larger car or mini-van.
@PaulHolloway5 жыл бұрын
I have a ford focus and the backseat doesn't go back in the trunk. Any other good sleeping methods?
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul. So the backseats are permanently separated from the trunk and thus do not recline at all? How about the front seats? Can those be reclined to form a flat (or nearly flat) surface to lay on?
@PaulHolloway5 жыл бұрын
Going 2 Thrive I’ve tried to find a switch for it in the trunk but can’t find it anywhere
@mindful_wander5 жыл бұрын
@@PaulHolloway Hmm...maybe try typing your car (including the year) into Google Images, followed by the phrase, "cargo space." If your car is capable of laying out in a sufficient way, perhaps it will show up in that search. If it can't, proceed with caution if you have to sleep in it for some time. I can't guarantee that sleeping in the front seat or the back seat will give you a clot, but I also can't guarantee that it won't. :(
@johnnyd6555 жыл бұрын
Paul Holloway mine dont go down either gotta sleep in the passanger seat
@circlestar86974 жыл бұрын
@@PaulHolloway the reverse j method. Get a milk crate . Move the front seat forward on passenger side. Sleep with feet and legs on milk crate. Like a reverse j
@granturismo59173 жыл бұрын
i think a van will be more comfortable than a sedan
@mariadefalco40284 күн бұрын
I have no choice but to live in my car because I'm homeless
@winstonwolfwhiteshoes Жыл бұрын
Blood clots... Damn, thats scary.
@mindful_wander Жыл бұрын
Yea man. Silent killer
@Pinkielover3 жыл бұрын
plenty safe ,, if you know were to park ,I have a dash cam that records front and back 24 seven... im going on 3 years... i never park on streets ever.. also Be aware you need to have a residential address of some kind to carry insurance and registration. i use my storage unit rental place..or you could use a Ups Box (u cant use a post office box in my state) And be aware your drivers license Needs to be updated they can sight u for it.. Subscribe and join my channel like my videos
@ayaalhaddad32322 жыл бұрын
Is it safe to live in your car if u are a girl alone?
@alikazmi42559 ай бұрын
co positioning???
@justinfisher51753 жыл бұрын
You moved back home?
@mindful_wander3 жыл бұрын
No, I moved into an office and then an AirBNB.
@justinfisher51753 жыл бұрын
@@mindful_wander ohhhhh!
@MX-CO2 ай бұрын
I had a gas can wiith a couple gallons of gas in my SUV, which I kept for emergencies, i didn’t have the spout covered and I got a really bad headache which was very unusual for me, so im thinking the gas caused it. So of course now I keep it sealed or empty.
@ramaalgetahbag13911 ай бұрын
I wish it was a choice 😢
@mindful_wander11 ай бұрын
If it's not for you, then I hope you find yourself in front of some beautiful changes. All the best.
@ramaalgetahbag13911 ай бұрын
@@mindful_wanderthanks, and your right it's not for me but it's also not a choice I don't take having a house or apartment for granted, or having a car to sleep in, most of the homeless sleep by walmart right in the grass I thank God I at least have a car to be safe in, ran out of gas today parked at the hospital to use the wifi, if it was up to me I'd fly away I only watched this to try and prepare for the situation I'm currently in