Is RVing Good For Mental Health? | 3 yrs Full Time Battling Depression

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3 жыл бұрын

Just because we RV and live a pretty amazing lifestyle, doesn't mean we won't still struggle with depression. In this video we'll talk about ways RVing is good and bad for dealing with mental health.
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@deborahjansson 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t feel weird, if we are going to #endthestigma, we have to realize that it’s a part of our overall health. Thank you for your courage to start the conversation. You rock!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the encouragement. :)

@mandyjennings2815 3 жыл бұрын

I as well suffer from depression and anxiety and I really appreciate this episode, it's REAL No matter if traveling or not, I'm so glad you did this video, life is real and you both really show that RESPECT!!! THANK YOU!

@kimfernandez330 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being so open. You’re not alone and you are very encouraging to me

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! Thank you for your encouragement. : )

@larrybe2900 3 жыл бұрын

Sleep schedule plays a vital role in how we feel regardless of the Vitamin D from the sun.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree that sleep schedule is super important. There are lots of studies on the importance of vitamin D and it's connection to depression. If I am in a place with little sunshine in absolutely affects my mental well being.

@tiggerfaerie1 2 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here! I don't usually comment but I felt the need to. This is the video I needed out of ALL the ones out there for FT RV living. I suffer from anxiety & depression. I've been dreaming of a better lifestyle for my family. This was a topic running through my mind... Scared of battling a panic attack or bout of depression while being stuck in a confined space. You spelled it out perfectly: letting go, being self-reliant, the ability to "escape", & having less financial stress. All the things I need in my life! Thank you for being vulnerable and open. The realness is appreciated far more than you know!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being authentic! Too many RV channels aren’t….. 💙

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It's very hard for me to look at some channels and think "what is wrong with me" Why don't things come that easy for me?" Even when they DO share the ups and downs. And there is some crazy guilt involved with whether I SHOULD share things like this. I appreciate your support AND your channel. :)

@buildanadventure 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for speaking up about this! I struggle with OCD and anxiety/panic disorder. It's hard to talk about because I worry that it makes other people uncomfortable but some days it takes every ounce of energy to just appear "fine." While nothing replaces working with my doctor/therapist, I will say that being out in nature does help me have a sense of peace. One day at a time, right? Sending you love today. Grateful for people like you who talk about this!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

One day at a time for sure. I can so relate to the amount of energy that is expired sometimes. It's a crazy rollercoaster for me sometimes. I love unplanned easy days spent outside.

@BluegrassGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, what an awesome idea for a video! So glad you chose to share this and I really appreciate your honesty 💕

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It's been on my mind for a bit.

@nickasbury4023 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for having the courage to share!

@stephanieboat9333 3 жыл бұрын

Kristin, thank you for this video and for being honest and vulnerable with us! I am grateful you chose to touch on a topic that can be sensitive but SO important!!! 🙏🙏❤

@jacquelynraftery6180 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I struggle with depression too and it's really difficult. *hugs*

@heidihobson4525 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, I know how hard it is to open up but it's especially good for the young people in our lives to see us do it. #endthestigma

@NursingOurTravelBug 2 жыл бұрын

Kristen I can relate to this so so much! I, too, suffer from seasonal depression and deal with highs and lows even in this RV lifestyle. I think it’s important to know what your negative triggers are so that you can combat them. I think new matter how we live, this will be something we struggle with, but I know RVing Has been more of a positive and a negative on my personal mental health. Girl, if you are ever feeling down or you need an ear or a shoulder to cry on, please please call me. I am here for you! -Natasha

@robbywestie3488 Жыл бұрын

Thank-you Kristin for this video. I've been a full time RVer for 6 years. I've suffered from periods of depression most of my life. It seems the older I get the longer I seem to stay stuck in the grip of depression. The latest episode has left me very isolated. I believe RVing can further isolate people. At least for me it has been the case. Finding affordable places to stay usually entailed staying in remote areas, mainly federal lands. I enjoy nature, but remote isolation does not help with feeling a sense of connection. Lack of connection to others seems to be one of the main contributors to depression. In writing this comment my hopes are to find other full time RVers who struggle with mental health problems and hear how they found help. The last time I was this stuck in anxiety and depression i needed the structure of intensive outpatient help. I can relate to Kristin saying how challenging it is on the road with ever changing variables and all the associated decisions that are needed. Depression doesn't lend itself to the best decision making mindset.

@victoriaheatherly5877 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. You are not alone...

@thompsonstravels615 3 жыл бұрын

Kristin, that was an incredible Tuesday talk!! Depression has ran in my family as well, and it can be devastating. I'm so glad you are doing better ! God Bless your family and thanks for sharing your adventures, we sure enjoy them!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the encouragement. :)

@livingbyfaithwiththesharps 3 жыл бұрын

I love that you opened up about this, I have struggled with this all my life, as it's definitely a family history and I also suffer from SAD. I am with you that RV life has definitely helped the financial side of this and the movement and change has helped as well as my husband! The planning can be extremely difficult though and tiring as my husband doesn't do much of this so I do it all as well as working in between. Thank God I have Jesus and I do rely a lot on him. I've been sad about missing out on experiences as well but I've learned to roll with it and say, " hey we can always come back", the joy of freedom this lifestyle gives. It's also been hard with Addy's medical issues although a blessing too because we have been able to take her to specialists and not worry about the traveling along with that because that is what we do however the medical community is not always understanding or on board with this non ordinary lifestyle so that has been difficult as well. Thank you for keeping it real! Keep up the great content! I definitely tried this but it's way out of my league to do this KZfaq stuff! Again Great Job

@johnbradley6179 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your transparency. Stay positive and you’re very fortunate to have John as your support. Stay safe, stay well.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you. Yes, I am so very thankful for John.

@homeshows 3 жыл бұрын

Very good topic to touch on. The tips you provided are important tools that can be beneficial in all situations. So often we see others as living a sort of 'best' life in which the downside is invisible to others and naturally is a false illusion. Mental health needs to be a subject that is not hidden away or taboo.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thank you for watching and for your encouragement

@amandaw9042 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you for being so transparent. I had never thought of all the decision fatigue.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

It sneaks up on you! :)

@jennyhrabe9963 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being vulnerable 💙

@laurenjohnson8020 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! My husband and I instantly loved your channel. We are 2 months into rving for the first time and bought our rig here in Alaska! I can so relate to the planning fatigue. I’m not a great planner and we made a huge pivot in June to buy our Rv. A lot of places are booked on the weekends cause it’s summer in Alaska and apparently you have to plan way in advance. We are enjoying this new lifestyle but definitely feel the pros and cons. Thank you for your willingness to share your struggles and success!! ❤️🙏

@beverlymarlin6837 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing!❤

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. :)

@bjklassy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your honesty and talking about a subject most tend to avoid. Mental health is health!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes it is.

@trulyblessed. 3 жыл бұрын

We all face challenges that are very personal. I appreciate your honesty and the compassionate approach you take regarding the topic of mental health and how life on the road might affect our health generally. Well Done!!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. :)

@ftkinsella 3 жыл бұрын

Good for you. I think we are a lot stronger than we give ourselves credit for. Much love. Cheers!!!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

So true! Thanks for watching and commenting

@charlottestephenson7429 3 жыл бұрын

Your amazing lady!!! Know Kansas girl is always here for ya

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. :)

@KarissaCK 2 жыл бұрын

Kristin, (new sub) this is the 2nd video i have watched of you and your family. the fact that you are open about mental states / health i subbed for the honesty and am looking forward to watching your families adventures. We all suffer from issues at some points in our life seasonal or other. we just need to remember that this to shall pass and you are doing great with the self affirmations i struggle with this my self. great information and thank you

@NoOrdinaryPath 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to our channel. We are glad you found us here. Thanks for watching and for your encouragement.

@wandamccoy2148 3 жыл бұрын

Kristin , glad you shared that with us. I deal with my sister with mental stuff. Have dun on your adventures.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Hugs to you and your sister. :)

@breakingcurrent3500 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing about the mental roller coaster ride with traveling full time😉 I recognize that ride very well myself. Enjoy Alaska!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@kiwirose4196 3 жыл бұрын

This is a consideration I have given a lot of thought to with my own aspirations of RVing, Very thankful you are willing to talk about it . Being aware of some of the things to be mindful of the very helpful

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching

@n1uno1965 3 жыл бұрын

Great topic! Thanks for sharing your insights 🖖🏻🙏🏻😘👍🏻

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@piperread9474 3 жыл бұрын

Kristin, thank you for sharing such a personal piece of yourself with us. I so admire your courage and honesty.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@timwoody3835 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your transparency. As for sleep I hope you’ve got really good blackout shade for your trailer 😉. Well maybe a good sleep mask too.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

We do in our bedroom and it is getting dark late at night now so that is helpful.

@DreamitBuildit 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Great topic even though I’m sure it’s hard to talk about. We are in a camper for our current house build, and it’s helped us see that full time rv life isn’t for us! Lol Like you said, it’s definitely a person by person decision, but we are glad that we took the leap and did it!

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Totally person by person! :) That is exciting that you are building a house.

@kimberlyw7482 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being REAL! No one ever truly knows what someone else may be struggling with. I get the "double whammy" as i like to call it. Having anxiety and depression but also feeling GUILTY that I do because I truly have such a BLESSED life. Sort of like a "I don't have any reason to feel this way." Super frustrating and I don't understand it. I do know that God is good and so I just continually pray for strength and try to remember that life is fleeting in the good times AND bad. Neither will stay for long. Best Wishes! Can you share the B-Complex supplement you take?

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

100% THIS. :) Thank you for your words of encouragement. Also, I take a generic brand from Walmart or Target. Whichever is most convenient. :)

@stephaniewells4126 3 жыл бұрын

☝️

@yjv9126 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for always your honesty. Full timer for 6 months here with two kiddos homeschooling as well. My deepest fear is on the road... what if...? Am I putting my love ones at risk because of my selfishness of wanting to give my kids one in a lifetime opportunity to travel. But you made a good point... you have to LET GO. thank you for the encouragement. Sending hugs

@NoOrdinaryPath 2 жыл бұрын

It takes time and even then doubts still sneak up on us. Trust in yourself and your children, the experiences make up for so much!

@karenstankiewicz9394 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing and know that you’re not alone. 👍👊🏻

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@Retired-nohurry 3 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@sandyruther2936 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for speaking out on a subject that has been stigmatized forever. Now that celebrities are speaking out, hopefully the rest of us can, too.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I have wanted to talk about it before but it always feels like people just don't want to hear it. I'm so happy people are so supportive and encouraging and like you said, hopefully more and more people will feel comfortable talking about it. Thanks for watching and for your encouragement. : )

@torij1649 3 жыл бұрын

Good talk! No matter what we all have what takes us down and what lifts us up. Do what helps ya lift you up . Besides jesus time i need sleep, diet, exercise and sometimes its to be around others and sometimes its away from people lol

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Awareness is key. Sometimes I'm spiraling and I can't see it but my family does. And yes, diet, exercise, sleep and vitamins are so important

@carolannjourneys 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful in so many ways. Thank you for sharing this special video.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@davidl.39 3 жыл бұрын

Such a huge blessing watching real life being discussed/ shared. Thank you for you honest and heartfelt discussion on where you are in your day to day victory over depression. You, and your family are truly a blessing in so many ways

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your encouragement. It means a lot to me

@salliannebrown8129 3 жыл бұрын

This was wonderful. After over 37 years working in public mental health as a RN, I've been fighting the silence around mental health. You are a great example of resiliency!! Be proud of your recovery journey, you've earned every mile.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Isn't it wild that we are conditioned to keep quiet? I think it's because we really don't want to hear others say what is echoed in our own heads. Stuff like "you have nothing to be sad about" "you're just entitled" "put on your big girl panties and suck it up buttercup" The sad truth is, these are real comments people will say. The very things we tell ourselves that make us even more sad, lonely and full of shame. So we just keep quiet. I don't know if I'm strong enough to hear all those things so I've asked John to help me filter comments here. But I'm so thankful for people like you and your encouragement. Thank you.

@genehall1049 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your honest and open disclosure.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. :)

@kreutztimothy 3 жыл бұрын

Kristin, thank you for discussing this topic. This has been my largest concern for my wife, as she is the same as you; although she has also diagnosed herself with having Asperger's. The two combined together, makes it very hard for us at times. Once we're on the road full-time next year, it'll definitely be challenging at times. As for you and John; I love to see how you both compliment each other with the "amazing husband/wife".... Never stop inspiring! Tim

@Thethriftpicker 3 жыл бұрын

I have my moments too. But my husband has it pretty heavy. He goes back and forth whether he likes living in the RV. :)

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I can relate. For me, overall, I have more positives than negatives but sometimes it's hard.

@alexandriajakeman869 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. We have been fultiming for a few months and this subject has been on my mind almoat daily

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful. Hugs. :)

@MNP208 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to start a “listening” group among senior citizens. Sometimes all people need is to be heard. Even more than medications.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I think that is a great idea. But I also think it would be pretty hard to open up to strangers. I totally agree though that sometimes we just need to talk things out. I have thought many times of finding a therapist while traveling that I can do zoom meetings with. It's just the cost as an uninsured person is a huge turn off. So perhaps you are on to something. :)

@Thriftyredhead 3 жыл бұрын

Okay so I haven’t watched you before and we are planning to move to Alaska hopefully next year, we will be driving our rv there so have you been there during winter in an rv?

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

We are here though September 18th. I'm not sure about what it's like during the winter but I imagine it will be pretty cold and wet. Some people at the RV park we are at currently stay annually and have skirts around the bottom, wooden enclosed decks and reflectix over windows.

@KennethLongcrier 3 жыл бұрын

How has your sleep been since traveling to Alaska? (Could your issue be having too much daylight effecting your circadian rhythm? ) It may just be you need to add blackout curtains to your bedroom 🤓

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I think it has for sure. I'm already a night owl and have trouble sleeping. I never thought the light really affected me - when I'm ready to sleep it doesn't matter if all the lights in the RV are on - I'm going down. haha. But I do think it's encouraged me to stay up later and later. I'm just not tired when it's not dark out. It's getting darker now and I'm trying to force myself to go to bed earlier with the help of melatonin. :)

@AKRichardM 3 жыл бұрын

The RV is great for my mental health. Just enough challenges to keep things interesting. Seward is great! We were just there yesterday and we start (slowly) heading back to Fairbanks tomorrow. Another great video.

@NoOrdinaryPath 3 жыл бұрын

I saw some of your pictures. Looks like you had sunshine!! We went in the rain but it was still a great trip. :) I love following your posts.