Solo Vanlifer finds Freedom and Healing. "Home is where you park it"

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Solo Vanlifer finds Freedom and Healing. "Home is where you park it" | Interview & Tour

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If you're thinking of vanlife.... Vicki has a strong message, one that will make you call your landlord today!
In this video, we interview Vicki, a solo vanlifer who left the "ball and chain" of a property behind, to find freedom on the road.
Vicki has an interesting story that a lot of people can relate to. She talks about why she chose the full-time vanlife, as well as the highs and lows that come along with it. Vanlife has done a lot for Vicki's mental health and healing from trauma, she talks about how she feels much safer in a van.
Vicki's van, also known as "The Flat" has such a unique design and style inside, filled with personality and quirky features, so stick around to watch the full tour!
Thanks to Vicki for chatting with us and openly sharing her story and thoughts.
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@jamesfeeley5854 11 ай бұрын

She says she’s not brave but she really is. Living life her way on her terms. Be free and live life your way

@adrianiulian5582 Ай бұрын

She doesn’t have to feel bad because she’s on universal credit, I felt that of her . She’s brave and I have all my respect for her ✊

@TeeMac68 Жыл бұрын

Love this channel. I hit my own rock bottom 7 years ago - best thing to ever happen. I rebuilt my mind in truth, opened my eyes to all the bull, walked away from my old life and built my van. Did that part time then in july I sold my flat and have just bought a 45ft canal boat to go continuously cruising in with my dog Moo. You can honestly find ways to live the life YOU want - necessity makes you inventive and hardship gives you resilience - dont let anyone tell you you cant. ❤ And ps....youre not on government money my darlin, you're getting back a bit of all you paid in over the years you worked. You keep healing. I promise, it gets better...and better 🙏

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, and we're glad you're enjoying the videos 😊 Sounds like an interesting story! Good on you for doing that, and congratulations on the Narrowboat, it seems like a lovely way to live. We wish you and Moo all the best 🙌🏼✨️

@TeeMac68 Жыл бұрын

@@liveration thanks guys! 😊 for the reply and your fabulous channel. All success to you 🙏

@flasheart3817 Жыл бұрын

Well put

@boscho5033 Ай бұрын

Thankyou for sharing. Your words hit me.

@theroaminggnomad Ай бұрын

Can't imagine Vanlifing in Scotland or Ireland where my ancestors are from. What a dream! I hope she knows she doesn't have to explain herself being on disability to anyone!! You worked your whole life, you paid into it. It's YOUR money!

@Mumbo_Jumbo_Kiwi.1 10 ай бұрын

I did this for a long spell throughout EU after a personal crisis in Eng. Lots & lots of fun indeed. I hadn't stopped. I am now loving life in a remote corner of EU, a simple job & planning a new sailing life. Will never again live where it's overly built up & take every measure to protect my own mental health.

@Framinator 2 ай бұрын

Been vaning for over 20 years. Good for the soul

@user-pc9ok1sk9d Ай бұрын

76 75 yrs old here full timers in a van 4yrs would not live any other way good luck stay free🙏🙏

@lisanester3338 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Vicky, I think you’re an amazing person.🐾

@DebiEllis-e7o Ай бұрын

So awesome that in seeking your own healing you are now extending that possibility of healing to others through your Facebook group. We all need purpose in life, especially the very broken. You have purpose and get to heal as well! Beautiful! 💕🌷

@Framinator 2 ай бұрын

Yeah.....that's the spirit. Enjoy your surroundings. Ignore the haters

@MaryAmesMitchell Ай бұрын

Go girl. What a beautiful and cozy home.

@silvafox8371 5 ай бұрын

I love her and her realism. Found her very encouraging

@Michelle-bw1xg Ай бұрын

Inspiring video and wishing full healing to Vicki. The van design is so her! I'm tied to some commitments and situations that keep me stuck in spiraling poor health but I am taking steps to freedom in a van, it will just take some time. I look forward to healing in nature; that scenery is so peaceful!

@Antarmy2 7 ай бұрын

Being outdoors is brilliant for your mental health, good luck to this woman👍

@stebishopnomad1838 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant lady. Ive been fulltime for 7 yrs now and can honestly say that i will never move back into brick's again. Great video and subbed ❤️💯👍🤟🐕

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Wow 7 years! Amazing. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the sub! We have many more coming out 😁✨️🙌🏼

@dross24MA Ай бұрын

@liveration Seven gears, eh? 😮‍💨 Hmmm... could you find them and do their story?

@paulclark4988 Күн бұрын

Vicki, you are absolutely heaven, I wish you so well in life. ❤❤❤

@ronachadwick7908 Ай бұрын

Many thanks vicki for sharing. Acceptance is a strange beast. If people comment in a bitter, cruel manner, to me it reflects their own bitterness. Self acceptance is the most important thing. You have this. Creating community is yr gift. Thnku for the video.

@JGalegria Ай бұрын

Yeah I think it upsets people especially when they feel enslaved by money and they work non stop just to feel okay about themselves

@andrewfox7861 Жыл бұрын

Delightful giving person, I wish her all the best ❤️

@betsiemathews7934 Жыл бұрын

Such a great person, healing and being there for others; that is a real job in my eyes. Love to you Vicki. Btw I am coming up to my 6th anniversary living in a small motorhome in Australia.

@allegrosotto2126 Жыл бұрын

She’s true human, a pleasure to meet.

@cathhumphreys3113 Жыл бұрын

Very honest and interesting lady thanks for sharing your life all the best ❤

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 😊

@karlssondefence Жыл бұрын

Another great video. I took the leap (unexpectedly) 5 weeks ago, its great watching these videos. Inspiring & makes you realise you're not alone.

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Lee, glad you're enjoying the videos. Amazing news... Good luck with the vanlife! 😁

@davidhall8745 Жыл бұрын

Wishing her all the best and van life is different for everyone and freedom is the key

@carrie5813 Жыл бұрын

I love this video…so inspiring! I’m stuck in the city but I sooo want to break free. I hope that one of these days I can get the courage to do what this lady has done. Thank you!

@OhHapppyDaay 23 күн бұрын

Please, Do not think that that axe is your protection! You could easily be overtaken by a lunatic. It happened to my friend. Killed with his on axe after a struggle to gain control of it. I love that you are taking time to learn to care for yourself. 🎉

@heksedansd.2919 24 күн бұрын

Feel free and let the healing do it's job, beautiful woman! Living in a van is the best life!❤ Wish you only happy days!🙂☀️🙏

@yellowdotje6278 18 күн бұрын

Ii still think you are brave; it takes guts to take your freedom and persue happiness. You have made yourself a beautifull and cosy home! Enjoy your vanlife lovely lady!

@mikeconway1387 Ай бұрын

Good on you. Laughed before you even mentioned “this is my back door” 😂

@mikehurley5052 12 күн бұрын

What a great positive woman.

@theabandonedhunter3604 Жыл бұрын

Wow…. What a fantastic video, I throughly enjoyed that and what a great woman Vicki is! Her dog as well is an absolute beaut! Great words from Vicki, keep the great content coming guys!! ….. Smithy

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thanks Smithy 😁🙌🏼 Glad you liked this video, we certainly will! Thanks for support on our videos, it's nice to see regular viewers haha

@theabandonedhunter3604 Жыл бұрын

@@liveration awesome content guys, loving the channel keep up the great work! ….. Smithy

@andrewuk2683 28 күн бұрын

Nice cosy van. Good luck to you enjoying the freedom that vanlife brings.

@theblessedblackwoman 18 күн бұрын

Lovely to meet you. I bought my van 2 days ago. I can't wait to live van life, part time. You inspire me.

@LindaM.DicksonMay22 7 күн бұрын

I wouldn’t know how to not live my way. I’m a people pleaser at heart and want everyone to be happy- and try to help others smile; but at heart…I’ve always done it my way. I lived in a van many times. Sometimes by choice. Sometimes bc it was the only roof over my head. I did it with a young child. We were basically homeless, but she didn’t realize it. It felt more like an adventure. I traveled every summer with her from the time she was potty trained until she was 12 and wanted to join a cheerleaders team and have time with friends. She ended up not becoming a cl…didn’t like their snobby attitudes. I always asked what she wanted from age 4 & up. Her teachers said she was years ahead in geography! You shared much about yourself 💜 Just wanted to reciprocate 💜 I’m here if you ever want a pen pal. On Twitter I’m @LindaMDickson3. Just remind me 🤭🫡🤭 I forget a lot 🤦🏻‍♀️ Have a great day, my new friend!

@Geoffinfinity 6 ай бұрын

Lovely lady and how life should be not controlled by the system.

@hollyvick181 6 ай бұрын

Gorgeous dog!❤

@thisisanfield7085 11 ай бұрын

Just feel like giving this lady a hug… Go girl!

@Y3_OPSY 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely lovely place to park when I lived van life I use to spend a long time in that location at least 3 nights a week and every one in that area are amazing people ❤️

@bigboyboiley23 7 ай бұрын

Where is it please

@HB-MrCatLover Жыл бұрын

Hi! I am a new subscriber to your channel which I find very interesting. The people portrayed in your videos are inspiring and their philosophy of life is enriching. I am watching from France where I live. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to watching more of your videos.🙏👍👏

@maehay4065 12 күн бұрын

I may live across the country but I’m still dealing with similar issues like step kids but they are adults. Now less than just a few years ago. And paying high taxes. And having health issues that probably wouldn’t be there had I broken free of all the things that kept me from living a life of freedom. I have an axe by my bed too! 👍

@dr.deathtravels4202 Жыл бұрын

In the same boat. Been doing vanlife 4 years this time but been doing it on and of sin the 90s. Stay safe keep smiling Happy travels

@alanjohn6355 11 ай бұрын

One of the better videos I have seen on vanlife. Thank you for the great content, and insight into your life. Have looked up the Facebook page and applied to join, I'm sure many other people will do now, thank you for the education from your experience.

@davidevans4089 11 ай бұрын

Good luck to this lady, she will be safe with her axe and her Staffy the most protective breed of their friend's and property.

@nevillemcfarlane6094 4 ай бұрын

Be blessed and stay healthy! One love ❤️

@veritas4us Жыл бұрын

What a great lady, i wish her all the best & you for taking the time to make these videos - God bless

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊

@hollyvick181 6 ай бұрын

Love your style..the tiles..your jacket..pants.

@mikegroocock6279 26 күн бұрын

Feeling safe has to the top my list also, I think you need to be brave or naïve to live in a house with everything that it entails.

@freedomtrail8255 4 ай бұрын

Such an inspiring lady

@viclavigne259 29 күн бұрын

Surviving outside of the norm IS brave

@MyTi824 Ай бұрын

Live your life and the heck with what others think. Love love love the doggie.

@surfydurfy5000 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant episode as always!!!!👍

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😁 glad you enjoyed another one!

@trishglenn7802 4 ай бұрын

Truly Blessed

@foreverirish132 11 ай бұрын

I’m glad to hear that your looking after your mental health ❤ there’s nothing wrong with that whatsoever 😊you should be proud of yourself 😊

@JGalegria Ай бұрын

Thank you and your community for creating such excellent content about living houseless and well. There's no going back once you've experienced opening your mind to the slow simplicity closer to nature and your own soul 🙏🩵🐬💦

@yvonnebpayne5776 9 ай бұрын

thank you guys for making this and for vicki for sharing her beautiful lifestyle offering inspiration to those who may need it. wishing vicki the best of luck

@mavisgetsabout Жыл бұрын

Another great video guys👍🏻. Love seeing how different people live the ' unconventional life'...I can't wait😊

@liveration Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 glad you're enjoying the videos! We have many more waiting to come out 🙌🏼

@susantaylor147 28 күн бұрын

Very inspiring 👌👏🤗❤️

@user9b2 4 ай бұрын

As long as you are not parking at somebody’s else home, good for you.

@traceycastro613 25 күн бұрын

You're amazing ❤

@fionawhiteford2128 14 күн бұрын

Excellent ..thanks

@cbt1989gy Жыл бұрын

Awesome video :) that me next door :p :) haha, very real words from a very real person, lovely helpful woman aswell, glad to be one of her friends :)

@p.newsman 11 ай бұрын

Awesome mood. Always FEEL`n`STAY FREE! ;)

@gracecallowayable Ай бұрын

Your home is beautiful!!! So cozy…You’re awesome!!!👠🚌👠

@jackyalexander4810 7 ай бұрын

The power of freedom! Respect xx

@janz3627 Ай бұрын

Loved watching your video and hearing your thoughts. Lovely lovely person ❤️

@Morningcycles Ай бұрын

Beautiful soul…I totally relate to her

@erinmuetz8771 Ай бұрын

God bless!

@bobbyball1057 Жыл бұрын

Love this! What an inspiration 😃

@jordanlynn5979 Жыл бұрын

This women inspires me ❤

@bfrommars 10 ай бұрын

Great vid, very positive, and explained it all perfectly. I don't mind picking up a bottle of water either. getting the plumbing sorted gives me something to look forward to!

@extrememinimalism 11 ай бұрын

its nice to hear people on uc still do this.

@jamesrussell5490 4 ай бұрын

You've got it all

@nigel9843 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing lady.❤

@hkhan6955 2 ай бұрын

go girl live ur dreams good on u babe ! i wish i could live the life ur living ! love to see more of ur videos as i love watching van life ❤❤❤❤❤❤

@marilinwisbey7403 23 күн бұрын

No let's see a video , when you have to have number 1 or 2, keep rel , great video, bit keep it real.vicky.x ❤❤

@manconthemove Жыл бұрын

I missed your last video, I'll catch up when I get back off my holibobs 😁. Think everyone you've interviewed have mentioned the word Freedom. That's an interesting thing don't you think? After all we're all free in the respect of not living in a dictatorship, well not yet 😂. Vanlife does give us Freedom. It's deep and undervalued untill you step in to an alternative lifestyle, be it water or wheels. Anyway. I'll stop rambling on 😂. Thank you for yet another fantastic interview. You're never going to run out of material 😂.

@hollyvick181 6 ай бұрын

That's cool she did a Facebook group!

@raymondpomfret4214 4 ай бұрын

Its not for everyone ,but if you take to it its a great life

@wc3101 Жыл бұрын

Love reading all the positive comments, I'm currently saving for my own van at the age of 32, been a dream for the past 10 years but unfortunately life has it's ways of holding you down.

@isabelladavis1363 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful free life yes I can see a bit of loneliness but you have the best friend ever your pet who is totally real always there when you need her with a happy wag of the tail and eyes that always see through to your heart… best wishes to finding yourself and being true to your beliefs… blessings wished for you both❤️❤️❤️😇

@GodiscomingBhappy 10 ай бұрын

great lady. very soulful

@simonsleney8374 10 ай бұрын

Loved this video and your so inspirational. I'm unsure what to do with my life recently turning 51 mortgage free. Fancy the idea of a narrowboat, camper van, off grid? Who knows? the world is my oyster. So glad you picked to park near Mam Tor on this video as I used to fell run around the Peak, especially living so close, the Peak District is amazing in all the seasons, however Mablethorpe is lovely when it's quiet. All the best and hope you heal quickly and find your inner peace x

@stephenacquah9053 Жыл бұрын

Loved your video and thanks for sharing. Good luck for the future

@WalksInCamera Жыл бұрын

That's a cool van and a very cool person!

@zaneclone 11 ай бұрын

"Home is where you park it..." Amen :)

@fernandesloyal 4 ай бұрын

God bless u mate

@callumforbes4360 23 күн бұрын

I like the 420 sticker 😂

@dr.deathtravels4202 Жыл бұрын

No that spot well. Has got to bizy for me. So I find out the way spot's. Park 99% on my own

@FreeBirdUKVanLife Жыл бұрын

Great interview Vicky ❤

@simplymejourney998 Ай бұрын

Lady, I’m feeling like I got a ball and chain on my feet 👣 having property and the upkeep is so much. I want out of this property thing.

@michaelketteringham9417 4 ай бұрын

Nice way to live ❤

@phillipbuckley-pu7my 11 ай бұрын

God bless you Love! ... I'm guna do the exact same thing...

@YorkshireGirlinDarwin 5 ай бұрын

I relate so much ❤️🇦🇺

@Lenny101 11 ай бұрын

she's parked in my favorite spot. i cant believe i haven't bumped into her.

@barnsleyig 10 ай бұрын

Brilliant video

@anthonyrielly465 9 ай бұрын

Life is too short so do what makes you happy and litter does my head in.I love my van as it is my happy place.

@damonclarkgymfitat6092 Ай бұрын

Well done, bollocks to the haters. Enjoying life is everything

@ombe0224 Ай бұрын

I meant being a tree in regards to growing your own fruit....

@hollyvick181 6 ай бұрын

I hate when people look down on others that need help from the government. My children struggle with trauma. They don't get any help. The one tries to work and it never works out. She needs to heal. Also, be on the right medicine..seeing a counselor, etc.