Tyler, Thank you for the honesty. I am 57 years old and have struggled through life in the USA because I bought into the false narrative we are all brainwashed into believing growing up in the states. Go to school, get a job, get on the hampster wheel and pedal as hard as you can to buy shit and attempt to keep up appearances while your soul dies. I raised 3 children and my youngest is off to college. I am getting divorced after 28 years. Substance abuse has been part of my story as a means for coping with my depression, anxiety, and hopelessness in spite of providing a comfortable life for my family. That responsibility kept me trapped for 30 years. I am now looking at leaving the US and coming to Vietnam for a new adventure and a cleansing of my soul. Buying a one way ticket. There is more to life than working like a dog at jobs you hate only to buy shit you don't need. I am excited for a new adventure and a new way of living. Thank you for always keeping it real and showing us that we have options and don't have to be slaves to the American Dream because for most of us the Ameican Dream died a long time ago and we are just limping through life in search of meaning.

When you decided to move to Vietnam it killed me thinking you would be so far away...I was supportive because you needed something for yourself. I thank God every day that you have found what you need in Vietnam. I still wish you were closer, but your happiness means everything to me. You are courageous for sharing your truth and finding a way heal yourself. Helping others and just being you is your purpose. It may not be what you had envisioned, but I truly believe you have found your calling. Keep up the good work and stay strong. I love you. Very proud of you honey😊❤

Leaving America and moving to Vietnam cured my depression too. I've been symptom free for 4 years now. Best move I ever made.

I am a retired musician and I will be in Vietnam by the end of the year. Divorced, tired of a mundane life. I hope to turn 70 in Da Nang or HCMC.

Those who called you a loser, are actually sore losers. You live your life, they live theirs. They don't pay your bills. They don't experience your pain, your suffering. Nobody understands you better than yourself. If you do something that makes your life better and hurts or kills no one; I don't see anything wrong with it. You deserve to be happy. Life is too short, so live your life to the fullest and don't take anything for granted.

Clearly not a loser…clearly a winner! Everyone has challenges, you identified them, owned them and then found a solution…you sound like an entrepreneur …I bet others envy your courage

This DUDE is so LEGIT and REAL. God D@mn respect and such a refreshingly positive message and content. Just a chill dude who is sharing about his life. 💯🤛👍

The fact that you’re thriving clearly proves you’re not a loser. Overcoming addiction is really hard and you built a great life. This is a very inspiring video.

It's just like you took my story and spoke on my behalf, the thing was you made it to Vietnam and I'm still stuck in North America, because my family didn't want to let me move to Vietnam. After highschool I suffered severe depression, and I thought about returned to Vietnam just to say goodbye to my uncles and aunts, then I would ended all. Surprisingly I discovered there's another different world and lifestyle out there that's not North America and I changed my mind, now I'm waiting for the day that I could do what you do. Thank you for sharing.

After meeting you and watching your content for a couple of years now mate it’s clear to me that you’re on the right track…just happy you found your happy place. Vietnam is our happy place and I can’t wait to spend the majority of my time there. Take care

Life is short, we only have one life to live....live a life that makes you happy and don't worry about what others think. Thanks for sharing, good luck on your journey :)

#1....NOT A LOSER!!! I've been to VN 3x. once for 3 weeks, a year later for 4 weeks, and two years later for 3 months. I've never felt so alive as when I was there. I have nothing against my home country and love it in the USA but my health and vitality are 10x in VIetnam. Good for you that you are able to make the move long term.

It is important that you have bravely decided to live and work in a strange country and have gradually succeeded, happy with that decision in the past 7 years! That's part of the success!

You are living a life many people can only dream about! Don't think about what other will say or think! You seem to be happy and have found yourself. It is not about losers vs winners in life, it is about finding yourself and finding where you "fit". :) Comparing yourself to others is not a path to happiness. Happiness IME is about valuing what you have, not what you don't have. :)

I was born in Vietnam and left when I was young. I haven’t been back in the last 20 years. I wish Vietnamese treat you well because you also bring a different world and culture to the people. I hope there will be more Americans like you living in Vietnam. I didnt come back often because the Vietnam when I left was very different. But one thing i hope hasn’t changed: it’s the people’s spirit, their kindness and friendliness. You helped to make life more colourful in Vietnam and make it a more interesting place. I am sure local people learn a lot from you too.

I think everyone at one time or another going through what you went through 7 years ago, it only make you grow & stronger as you go through LIFE!!! Thanks for sharing...

Courage is not the lack of fear, unlike what many people tend to think. Courage is looking into your fears' eyes and saying: "I see you but you won't stop me!" As someone having gone through some similar stuff, I can tell you that what you've done (Moving to Vietnam and work there, all in order to find your life purpose) was incredibly courageous. Living takes courage, looking for your life purpose despite being battered by a system that wants you to become an unfeeling and unthinking robot takes courage. You were and still is a brave man. Never forget it!

510 Comments tells me you are on the right track, I am guessing you are glad you spoke out now by all the lovely comments and I am sure you helped people look at there own lives, Well done, look forward to watching you grow.

We love you as always Tyler ! I wish you all the best and happiness while living in my birth country , VN . ❤❤❤❤❤

"I'm waking up feeling like I don't want to live. I hate my reality so much that I wish I would never wake up." It's quite emotional to hear your heart-felt story of struggling with depression. I guessed many have been through the same path you did, but not all could make it because nobody could understand their suffering and they have not been courageous enough to save themselves. Luckily you have stepped up to save yourself. Your personal story is quite inspirational, which is hopefully a good example for many to follow. The fact that mentioning the words "fish sauce" brought a big smile to your face, says something about Vietnam. It's said Vietnam is a land of healing the invisible wounds. Yes it truly is.

Let's focus on the present! Every day is a new opportunity to create something wonderful. Take care of yourself, and have a blast exploring VN!

I really love the fact that you are open to share your story with the World. I have only watched a few of your videos but I was drawn to you immediately because if there is only 1 thing that I understand in life and that is I truly can feel GENUINITY! And Brother thats who you are never look back. We are all meant to be on this Earth to Learn. I am going through kind of the same thing right now as you , but for me I have put a little more time in the game than you. Be proud of yourself and your accomplishments, Pay forward when you can. Be thankful for everyday that passes you by. Because in the end it will be all about you. Thanks my Brother all the Best.

Very courageous, alot of people are going through very tough and similar situations. As long as you're surviving and improving your life. Good for you 👍.

Great video and vulnerability. I'm just over 10 years sober from alcohol. I was not courageous for many years. I'm likely moving to Asia in the next 6-9 months and Vietnam looks awesome. I have a community in the Philippines too that helps people with mental health and life issues in general. Videos like yours are helping me to gain the courage to make the move and take the leap of faith. Thank you!

Tyler, I feel your pain, let put everything behind and start a new life in Vietnam. I lived in California for 37 years but I still hate it here. Life is really suck here. I am ready to wrapped things up and move back to Vietnam or Thailand to retire. I hope to see you in Vietnam one day so we can for dinner and coffee then to have a little chat. Take care and always stay positive buddy. Best wishes.

This video came up in my feed randomly and it has touched me. I applaud your attempt to tell your truth and claim your truth. While I have no experience with alcoholism or even Vietnam, I’m very happy that you made that move and it provided you with a respite, an ability to start again, to be who you want to be, respect yourself, perhaps find love or even meaningful relationships. Actually, we don’t have a great deal in common except I completed my surgical residency in Los Angeles and did in fact become a doctor. I’m a 66 year old Black American doctor and married to a Filipina for 36 years(she was a nurse at the hospital, and she just couldn’t resist! Lol), and we have four daughters and two grandchildren. So we literally have very little in common except I can certainly understand those feelings of ineptitude or even imposter syndrome that we all can suffer from over the course of our lives. Keep telling your story because it matters, it matters to many, can inspire many, can motivate many, and can be the impetus for many. It will certainly happen, and honestly, it will likely be with someone you’re never likely to meet. And that is okay. Thank you for the video and I’m rooting for you in your future endeavors.

Sorry to hear that you’ve been through some dark times. I hope Vietnam has offered you a place of “salvation”, joy, happiness and escape from the hustle and bustle. I hope you have found meaning in my life.

I am glad you like Vietnam 🇻🇳 Vietnamese people are very friendly 😊😊

You're truly so inspiring & I'm so grateful that you shared your truth with us! I've been going through some really difficult times in my life and it really means a lot to me to know that there are people like you out there who can be authentic, raw, and just real. It's so refreshing. I hope you continue to heal and immerse into your real self & do what makes you happy!

Tyler, I felt exactly same way when I left Vietnam to U.S. I wasn't addicted to anything. I don't smoke and drink. It was extremely hard for me to live in Vietnam. I didn't have any chance for better live. I was hungry and drove bicycle to school and work. Thanks to the U.S.A. We have a lot better live in the U.S. I always appreciate the U.S.A

My story is similar, add that I was getting out of the army and didnt know what was next. I experienced much the same as you in Vn, I taught at home for a lot of years and was there during the pandemic lockdowns… my wife and I tried to make the transition to online teaching but it wasnt the same. we closed our classes and immigrated my wife to US… we are trying to make a life here in Riverside, but it’s hard. You have my support friend.

You are a brave man by sharing your emotional turmoil . You are not a loser because you able to bring yourself out of depression and take charge of your precious life. Best of luck and wishes for you and your girlfriend.

I'm currently in the same situation you were 7 years ago. A mid-late 20 something just dropped out of school and not knowing what the next step is. I'm glad to hear that Vietnam has given you a new outlook on life and that you were able to overcome your situation.

Bro im also in HCMC and relate to your story. I left my country and slowly finding myself. So at peace, I love it here.

I like your honesty. Whatever work out in life for you and it make you happy go for it. I'm happy for you.

Love your genuineness and sincerity

Is brave your courage to tell your story and the possibility to help someone out there that need some hope. You are not a looser, you just got lost and found your way back to life. Congratulations and I wish you a lot of happiness!

Excellent message that everyone needs to hear at some point in their lives! Genuine and honest, you are an inspiration.

Very inspiring and honest, thank you for sharing!!! 🙏🙏🙏

U r no a loser. U help many people with same situation. You belong to your audience and that life supposed to be

Tyler, Love your videos and hope you keep making them. I’ve visited Vietnam 8 times over the past 20 years and am working towards long term stay within the next couple of years. Thanks so much for having the courage and vulnerability to tell us your story. Please keep on fighting your demons, you are an inspiration to me.

Thank you for being honest Tyler, it’s a lot harder to talk about what you feel than it is to pretend you’re fine. That you have 7 years living in Vietnam speaks volumes about who you really are. I’m 51, I visited Vietnam for a few months in 2000. I still every Saturday go for Vietnamese food and culture at Inala Brisbane to breathe in the atmosphere so to speak! It’s my point of balance, it seems you have found yours. Thanks again for what you do.

Courageous!!! Thank you for sharing Tyler.

Another great post, Tyler. THANK YOU for sharing your story (face it, we ALL have one). I don't think you're a loser. I admire your courage to make the move - a HUGE one at that - that appears to be the right one as you're in a better place now. You did what any of us wish we have the courage to do when facing such obstacles in our lives. Although I'm settled here in the States, Vietnam is and will always be my motherland as it's where I was born. I love going back there to visit and so happy to see people like you (foreigners) visiting/living there and sharing your experiences. Keep up the great work, Tyler. Be safe and be happy.....as always.

Thank you for being transparent, VERY BRAVE, and honest...! I am not exactly where you were 7 years ago but I feel just as desperate because of the economy here in Northern California. I am a U.S. Navy Veteran and an older gentleman that may or may not be able to find another job, if I were to stay here due to age discrimination. I also don't want to be homeless like a lot of the people I see around this place. I am going to be making Thailand my home base and living the rest of my life on my VA benefits and hopefully a remote job opportunity that I am studying for. If that doesn't work out then I will have my social security as well. Let the haters hate! That is what they are supposed to do and about all they can do..! If anything I hope your video continues to help and encourage others because if you can do it so can we. P.S. I like the Red Hot Chili Peppers and I saw you wearing an Alice In Chains and Smashing Pumpkins t-shirt in one of your other videos and I like them both too..! Take Care of yourself...!

Thank you for your honesty. This will give a great lesson and eyes open for many people. You sure make many people cry to watch this. I am very happy for you and happy to see how much you love Viet Năm. I hope my 26 year old son will falling in love with viet Nam .

I feel ya.. been down that road the last 10yrs after my mom passed.. 10yrs later am such a happier place and now a couple months away from coming back to SGN to where I am a much happier person... VN is home now more than UK where I was born!

Honesty is refreshing and so important! Live your life! Love your life! You are worthy of good things!

Some things in life is meant to be, everyone’s journey is different. Your timing was perfect, 7 yrs is a long time to be in your adopted country. Wish you all the best, you made the right choice to be happy where you are. More blessings to you. 🥳💯👍

I am glad you gave yourself a 2nd chance in life. You are courageous of you to share your vulnerability. You are a beacon of hope and inspiration for those who are in this situation.

Good for you man 🙏. Way to share your true self. I was there for two years and it changed my life in the best way possible. Hopefully be back there sooner than later.

what we think depends on how you talk.., i appreciate it and FÉLÉCITA..I adore the truth and honesty!! welcomeBRAVO 4 your quit of alcohol, it's not an easy force!!

Great courage to share your story! I have pretty much the same, leaving France on a whim to move to Southeast Asia saved me in a way. Vietnam (Hanoi) is where I feel most comfortable.

Brother, we all go through difficulties and hardship in life regardless of whether someone is successful or not but the most important thing is not to give up in life and stay positive and keep moving forward and do whatever it takes to improve and find purpose and reasons to live. To me, I know your life may not be perfect, but you have a lot going for you especially your health and your loving family and your gf. I know a lot of successful and rich people are suicidal and depressed. Life is what you make of it!! Again, we all go through these difficult times. We all have problems. Stay strong!! You are doing great!! Find joy in happiness in life and screw what people think about you. Thank you for sharing. Best wishes and peace to you and your family.

It takes strength to move across the world. It takes strength to share your vulnerability. Be proud of yourself!

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. It's crazy to me that, as a new subscriber, I'm watching this during a pretty dark period of my own life and am currently poised for relocation from the US to SE Asia as a full-time slow traveler with a very similar background and history of alcohol abuse. Admittedly, my motivations for relocating are mostly based on seeking cost of living/quality of life improvements, increased personal safety, and opportunities for cultural immersion, but I'd be lying if I said there's no sense of escapism and "starting anew" involved. I hope to discover a similar degree of fulfillment and happiness you've achieved and wish you the very best that life has to offer.

Thank you for sharing your story. That feeling of not wanting to wake up is too familiar for me. Like you, I've focused on a goal to move to Europe, and though I haven't been able to fulfill it yet due to having to take care of my elderly mother, I know some day I will and it keeps me focused. Best of luck brother!

Thank you for sharing . It shows a strong determination and a desire for change and growth. Vietnam is great for you . All the best 💪

Thank you for sharing your story. It takes a lot of courage to overcome what you went through. No one should judge until they've gone through what you went through. I believe that everyone has a purpose in life, and it takes time to find it.

Thank you for sharing your story. I feel life is all about experiencing new things, seeing new things and making memories. Every time I’m in Vietnam, I do all of those things I just said but back here in the states, I go to work and go home to eat dinner and then bed just to do it all over again the next day. I am basically bored. I have family here and I have family there. My mom says I’m crazy that I want to move there, fearful of the communists there, but I keep telling her Vietnam is so different now than how it was in the past; my parents immigrated to the US because of the war. Really the only thing keeping me from actually doing it is my health. I’m currently on the kidney waiting list and then afterwards, I’ll basically have to taking meds forever how ever long the kidney lasts. I’m not on dialysis yet which is why I need another visit to Vietnam because it will probably be a long time afterwards before I’m physically strong enough to make that long flight again.

Thank you for sharing your experience. You are a kind person and brave to make a change in your life. Wishing you good health and happiness.

Hey koodo to you for opening up your situation, normally people find it’s difficult to express their downsides. Hope all that is in the past for you, we all only get to live once so just make the best of it and enjoy Vietnam brother. My plan is to move there in the near future, I’ve been living in the western world for many years and it seems to get tougher and tougher.

I was lucky to meet a Filipina in USA and through her have discovered a new life in Asia

At that time, you truly wanted to change your life. And fate brought you to Vietnam. Your destiny put you on the right track. Thanks for share. Be happy with your choice.

Your life is more important than others' thinking about you. They don't live your life. As long as you are happy, it matters.

It makes you feel better sharing your story that you kept inside for so long. Life isn't always a smooth path for everyone. I too experienced similar depression as you did as young age, but I later learned not to compare myself with others. Only then I became a happier person.

Thanks for sharing a very vulnerable past of yours it takes a lot of courage opening up to us strangers. I’m glad your life took a turn for the better ❤

Your story really touched. Hope u will get more and more happiness in Saigon

Hey Tyler, I watched this vlog multiple times just because I appreciate your honesty. You are so brave that you help yourself and move forward. Your story touched me

It's good to talk about something like this. It actually heals and helps you to understand yourself better. I feel you, bro. My situation is kinda the same as yours but I live in Vietnam. Lol.

Thank you for sharing your story, it will be helpful to people who are currently in the same situation. You have found your purpose now and thank goodness as your videos are fantastic!!!

Mad respect to you Tyler. Thanks for sharing your inspiring story. All the best to you. Hope one day I get to meet you in person. Take care and God bless your kind soul!

Bentley, Thank you for sharing this deep personal story, Peace and Loves will fill your life in every possible way. Opportunity will attract you like magnet!! and All is well for you now and future!!!

Amazing story. Your strength to change your life like that is inspiring. Thank you for sharing your story ❤

We can all go through it - it doesn’t make you a loser - you are winning. You come across as a wonderful, kind, intelligent young man - enjoy life to the max ❤. I feel what your Mom is saying - my son moved away and now lives in HCM - miss him so much but happy for him - just looking forward to next year when I retire and hopefully can visit more often (have a beautiful Grandson and daughter in law) I have only visited 3 times but love the place more each visit. You continue to embrace the Vietnamese way of life ❤

Hi Tyler. Great sharing. Hope you have a lovely day 🥰👍👍👍

your honesty is courageous

Thank you so much for your honest life story. It’s truly touching and inspiring. Wish you all the best, bro. Keep up with your wonderful work now. ❤ Love and respect from a Vietnamese fan of yours.

Wow - so inspiring. Appreciate your brutal honesty and for opening up about so many things. Vietnam does seem like an awesome place to live. I’m also from California and plan to make the move to Bangkok in early 2025 for a new chapter in my life.😊

Tyler, thank you for this video. It reaffirms my thinking that you have a good heart. The takeaway for me after watching this is there’s light at the end of the tunnel and that light is getting brighter everyday for you. Take care my friend.

Sending you love and support! ❤️ First time commenting on your channel!

Love your story! You can tell you’re happy ❤😊

Wish you the Best and Stay Positive. Always remember “Where there is life, there is hope” 🙏

All the best. You will find your own path

Thanks for your video. All the best to you!

:)) There are a lot of people sitting on mats drinking coffee in the evening where you just passed at the beginning of the video ! If you happen to be in a place like this and show up at your door: In the morning, the market can appear quiet afternoon In the evening, the food street appears it is saigon :))

Thanks for sharing your story!

Let me tell you brother, you do have lots of courage to make the move, I love to move there in the near future. Keep up the good work brother 👍. Anh Vu from 🇦🇺

Tyler, life is NOT easy. Pressure to have a 'prestigious' job/career is INTENSE. Truth is it's not for everyone; being a doctor/lawyer/executive isn't for everyone (most don't have these professions including myself). We are so happy you found yourself, at least on the right path instead of drugs/drinking. Thanks for your honesty; I know this video was difficult to make. You're not alone; you're not the only one going through this. Find your own truth/life. Happy you're on the right path with the support of your parents and gf and your viewers. Best of luck. One day at a time.

Thanks Tyler for sharing. I hope you'll find a place which enables you to get some peace of mind to flourish and to develop yourself wherever that place may be. ❤ Above all a companion, a soulmate to share and to care for

Nice guy for an American. Humble and honest. Not the usual loud mouth. Great work

Dam kid, really appreciate your honesty! And the fact that you’re sharing with us….glad to see you’ve turned things around for yourself….I’ve had some of the same struggles in my own life…. And know many who have….always good to see people turn things around. Stay strong 💪🏻 and keep up the work….and your Chanel. OG Mike from the San Francisco Bay. Ps don’t trip on those who judge….the ones who matter don’t mind….and the ones who mind don’t matter.

This is super inspiring bro. Keep up the good work💪🏾💯

Great to see you happy now!❤

Great video brother. I’m glad you’re doing well. I can relate.

thanks for your sharing. I feel you

What an amazing video. I saw myself in many things here, but I am still not able to make that big jump yet. I have been to Vietnam multiple times though. Last time it was 3 months, so I am "on my way". Next Winter will be 3 months again.

Good video - I'm here (Hanoi) for the exact same reasons - literally could put my face on this video and the content would be exactly the same. Im sure the percentage of expats in Vietnam for the same reasons is much higher than people would expect.

Hey tyler, first all of you are so brave and i think it’s wonderful you made this big move. You look much happier and healthier. I am an adopted from vietnam all my life i have wondered what would it be like if i would return to my origin country but i am so scared of making this big move on my own. But Ive never been happier in the country i was adopted to. This had made me thinking maybe i should do this too

I think it's really courageous that you've actually taken the step to help yourself. Most people would've just complained about their situation or just continued to do nothing about it. It's a very courageous thing to take that first step and now sharing your experience. Also... Your videos help me when I start to miss Vietnam, so thank you!