I have a clown mask and a large knife- when people are creeping around my van I just stare at them through the window. Works like a charm

Sara, I'm a former Trucker. 44 years of trucking is a lot of hands on real world "street smart" experiences. Anyone out traveling & sleeping in their vehicles is a potential target for a cacophony of unsavory characters. You must always be aware of your surroundings. A good dog such as a Boxer, a Pit or a German Shepherd is always an excellent early warning asset. Your safest bet is to never communicate with any intruders and leave the area immediately.

Sara, DO NOT PLAY WITH THESE TYPES OF PEOPLE!!! I CANNOT STRESS STRONGLY ENOUGH. NO CONFRONTATIONS JUST LEAVE. LEAVE, LEAVE!!!

I'm sure you've taken more precautions now, and I don't know your situation, but I never EVER let people know I'm a solo female when I'm traveling, especially in parking lots or free campgrounds. I keep my windows covered, and I eat and take care of business other places and pull into where I'm staying after dark with a hood on, no lights, and go straight to bed. I recommend this for all solo female travelers.

Buy a 50,000 candle-power handheld spotlight that plugs into a 12V socket. Someone hit in the face at night with that light will be almost totally but temporarily blinded for quite a while.

Never camp in an empty parking lot. It takes seconds to break a window. Honey, please be more careful. Ashville has a big meth problem. As does most of the country. I traveled and camped for 19 years. Had like 2 bad experiences similar to this. Moving away is the best option.

In my first week of mobile dwelling I've had this happen to me 3 times... In the middle of the night. All 3 times, my dog (shepard mix) was on point ready, willing and trying to destroy the "visitors".... Meanwhile my other dog (pitmix) kept me all snuggly and and warm in bed.. Of coarse she too would "go to work" if need be but so far she just gives a lil grawl... First time was scarry waking up to fierce attack barking, snarling and digging at window to get em... For the record, I'm a 51yr old male and this is not my first "mobile dwelling" adventure... But it is my first time with dogs :) So far, I highly recommend k9 road companions...

Once in Hawaii I was camping with my g-friend. We were in a tent in the late afternoon in a sleeping bad silently when she says: Hay, wait. There's someone outside the tent sneaking around. So I said just loud enough for him to hear: `Quick get the gun.' We had no gun but we saw his back running away real fast. We stayed there for about a wk. longer undisturbed.

That man was lying when he said he thought the girl he was looking for was in your van. A perp will make up all kinds of stories to make him seem like he has no ill intentions. Excellent for you to have the courage to share this incident, it will potentially thwart other attempted break ins.

That is a clear advantage of traveling in a van, RV or SUV, as opposed to a trailer; you can drive off and not have to get out thus exposing yourself to danger.

You showed remarkable restraint... I was so hoping you'd just drive over him.

" Trust you're gut" right there, always trust you're instincts !!! I'm 55 yrs old and a Veteran and if I didn't always trust my gut, I would literally not be here now and I mean this. Thank you, stay safe out there y'all.

Next time if you don’t mind me giving advice. 😌I feel the best thing to do when anyone is approaching your vehicle /van besides the c(ops) shut all your lights off if they’re not already off and just grab your keys and safely drive away. Don’t say a word to them especially if they cannot see you just quietly pull off.

I hope someone recognizes him and identifies him to the world. I especially hated the way he waved goodbye--smug in the knowledge that he had terrorized you.

One thing I learned from my conceal carry weapons permit class was ….. “you are in a 2 ton steel box. stay calm and GO! That box you are in is the safest place . Good job 👏🏼 👏🏼👏🏼

A traveling companion like a dog is not just amazing having a friend BUT also a protector when you're walking alone in the valleys and when you're walking and exploring.

Another tip is to know your route away from your chosen night park-up, towards assistance (township, police, fire station, hospital etc). Park with clear sight of the exit and know which way to turn from the exit. At night, you may be disoriented and drive away from assistance without this pre-planning. Also, always park so you can drive away without reversing, and leave enough space behind you so that if someone tries to block your exit, you can reverse a little to gain a better angle to get round them. Pre-planning is the key.

It’s so important that you shared this otherwise everyone has a warped view of just the glorious part of van life. Thank you so much as you’ll help others stay safe. Glad you listened to your intuition and left the situation. 💜

Thank you for posting. Most people glamorize van life.

No one with any sense and common decency approaches another's tent, camp ground, camper, etc. unless invited. He had bad intentions. He deserves to have a life changing experience very soon. Why do people ever question whether they should speak or show the truth? Whether it involves morons, meth heads, abusive law enforcement. Not exposing such things encourages them to continue. Learning from others, experience, is always helpful. This video will make others take safety and security seriously.

I like the high-powered light option that others mentioned but also get a car alarm with a panic button and/or a CB with a loud PA speaker. If you start telling him to leave you alone over a loud PA it will get people's attention real quick especially at night.

This story needs to be told. And GIRLS even in your cars we do tend to sit in our cars put on make up., talk on phone etc just LOCK your doors! Best advice i have. Been given.

U're very right about lower vibration that predators can sense. I noticed that a lot. Also, u might wanna have ready anytime to play an audio sample of a fierce dog breed barking. Those outside would think it's a dog inside and get scared.

I just wanted to say that this is over a year ago and that there are still people out there today saying people glamorize everything on the road and never talk about these kind of experiences. Everyone I know or know of pretty much talk about mostly everything, whether good, bad, or in between.

This is why it is very important to have as companion a dog, to guard you while you are on the road

Wow, the scenery the next morning was breathtaking! As far as the confrontation, you did everything right. No need to rethink your response…spot on!

I had several instances happen during my time of living out and about...the only good thing for me is I had my two dogs who were very protective...and was a huge game changer for me. Is it possible for you to have a dog to accompany you through your travels...its a huge game changer...maybe had that person heard a large dog barking he might think twice! Watching this did bring back my situations...but that's ok I'm healed and I think like you do as far as inner peace and tranquility...I'm also a believer in God ...to protect me in all my needs and he did just that. I wish you the best your young,positive and your a very smart young woman. I wish you the best..💗

Yeah, this guy wasn't harmless. He scoped out the situation and then aggressively knocked like he was the police and had every right to do so. Wanted to get a look at you and then got angry when he saw that you were recording or taking a picture of him. He even acted all innocent and friendly as you drove away, like, nothing to see here. So glad you keep all your doors locked and didn't fall for the fake police knock or the fake story to try to get you to open a door. I live in a sticks and bricks and you best believe my doors are locked at all times. If someone knocks, I never open it unless I know them. Otherwise talking through the door is as far as they get and telling them to leave, not interested, don't have any or I'm calling the police, whatever to get them to leave. At least in a van you can drive away. Very good call on your part.

I've never seen your videos before. You seem really nice. One thing: when confronting the intruder, you need to deepen your voice and speak with authority. I learned this many years ago in a women's defense class.

I saw a video where a lady used a ratchet strap thru her driver and passenger door handles so the doors couldn't be opened from the outside - a similar arrangement could be devised for side and rear doors as well. Still disturbing and frightening - but you'd have felt more secure knowing the doors can't be opened from the outside - well, unless they wanted to make a huge scene of busting out glass - nothings foolproof

The biggest scared I had once was when 2 guys pounded on my van door screaming and the flat my tire. They were going to do the same when I open the door with a gun. They ran and I took off on a very bad tire until I found an open place to park and call for emergency tire change service. It took the guy almost an hour to get to me.

the only mistake i think you made was from the moment you heard the knock and realized it wasnt the cops you proceeded to have a conversation instead of immediately starting your van and peeling out.

On top of the knives and pepper spray, you might consider installing a very loud alarm and strobing lights that you can trigger to scare people like that away. That person can be as drunk or as high as they want, but once the sound pierces their ears and the lights threatens to draw even further attention, they're going to leave.

I'm glad you put his face out there in the public someone knows that idiot and we have a place for him. I'm sure he will find it as uncomfortable as you felt.

Such an important video to post! I know that this is almost a year old… But such an always relevant video!!! Especially for women, watching you go thru it makes it less scary for us if we ever face the same situation. Thank you. And yes, 100% you did the right thing by filming and leaving. Great video!❤

Flight is best option to remove yourself from the threat. If your path is blocked always remember to dial 911 as soon as you feel threatened. When you park it's a good idea to write down you location, address, surrounding landmarks, and know compass headings to give accurate location to law enforcement. Plan ahead and be aware. Nice presentation.

You can never reason with insanity. Best to not engage and leave ASAP. Great job!!!! 💕💐

I am sure you’re considering extra safety measures: better locks, alarm system with loud siren pepper spray, a gun, etc. Of course, we all hope that you would never have to use or rely on these safety measures, but it sure would ease your mind knowing you have the means to protect yourself.

Your brave! honestly I'm a man with muscles still scared being alone outdoors 😅 so many people out there doing errands for 💸 or just a sick adrenaline rush from disturbing peoples peace ☮️✌️ stay safe

40yrs ago I was a lone woman camper... on a motorcycle. in most campsites family groups would invite me to pitch my tent near them & I felt safe. today I am contemplating van-life camping & your video just illustrates how vulnerable we can be. be smart, be safe. thanks for posting your experience.

Please put you some extra inside locks on your doors. We also have cow bells on our doors so if anyone messes with them at all the bells ring really loud. Get you some solar motion detector lights for the outside of your van. They just stick on or you can permanently attach. You can also get a night motion sirens. Put 1 of them on each side inside of your windshield. Even behind your curtains facing outside on each side. And traveling by yourself....Please get yourself your CWL (Consealed Weapons License...Permit in some areas) and a small pistol. You will most likely never use it but it is there. Our Camper Van is like a fortress when we go to bed at night and we are much older adults. We recently went to a local State Park near our home for a couple of nights....first night there we had a wondering man. I could hardly dose off when through the blinds came a bright light like a spotlight. He must have been shinning it as he was walking up. About that time the solar lights came on and our night camera with alarm went off. It woke up the people on each side of us and the gentleman next door ran out and tackled the guy. We found out he had been snooping around camp sights for a couple of nights. We had no cell service but I had a 2 way radio...called my daughter...she called the Park Ranger and the Police. His parents said they didn't know he had been going out after they went to bed. The guy on the other side called BS as he had seen them outside when he walked away from their camp sight and went to bed before the 20 yr old male could return. They did arrest him and threw his parents out of the Park. After the Ranger and Police left the people around us wanted to look at our alarm setup...solar motion lights especially. The 2nd night was a dream.

just like you had your van, always park it so that you don't need to back out just in case you need to leave quickly and can see your way out clearer

I'm so glad you are safe. My God that must have been terrifying. I live rural in a tiny home and really scary "bad man" things happen so I understand how you feel. You may want to pick up one of those devices that you scan the outside of your van to check for any tracking devices that someone may have put on it. Also Apple has a free app that can detect if an Apple Air Tag has been placed on you or your vehicle. I check mine vehicles frequently. Thank you for sharing this video. Be very careful of people's rage. Especially the man rage against sweet women. It's rampant. It's always good to have situational awareness and to be educated and aware!! I learned the hard way.

I follow some youtube account about female solo van living, and they never talk about the dangers they encounter. I appreciate this video SO MUCH! Because even though I love the content other KZfaqrs are uploading, sometimes I feel like they only show the "pretty" stuff, and that is not realistic at all.

I’m so sorry you went through this and you were very brave filming that creep, it’s very traumatic to have gone through that. Don’t let him interfere with your life’s journey. You come across as a gentle soul and empath. Please enjoy your life and be safe.

I’m sorry you had such a scary situation. Glad you’re ok.

When someone does that DO NOT SPEAK WITH THEM JUST DRIVE AWAY.

Unfortunately, traveling only is risky especially for a female. Covering your windows at night and keeping your doors locked always! Glad you were able to safely drive away. FYI: never use a propane camp stove in an enclosed space because of carbon monoxide. Be safe! 💯

Girl you're little speach about the energy you put off being a deterrent to dangerous situations is so true, you're one of the first people I've heard talk about that and I whole-heartedly agree. Stay alert and centered and you'll be able to diffuse and evade many potentially scary situations.

This helps others by sharing their footage. Helps us all prepare better and to see what mistakes we maybe making. Thank you, so so sorry you encountered this. Be safe!! Thank you for sharing!! 💜🕯️

It's healthy to allow yourself to feel anger after the fact when you've been victimized. That dude was VILE.

Having been on the road with my family for 5 years I suggest to everyone to turn on permanently location sharing to someone you trust and check in often.

What a great message for other people. Really appreciate that. We all need to be reminded that we’re not as safe as we think we are. Also I would try to be putting a curtain on those double doors. And some kind of sunshade that can be taken down immediately in your front driving window. But great job great message thanks

Newly Updated Safety Suggestions; I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc... People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others KZfaqrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with another traveler as I watched their KZfaq channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Carry Several Extra portable phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Placing Mounted Dashboard camera (Front) and (rear) possibly. (Dashcameras) With (interior view options) Adjustable view angles for privacy if needed. *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception. Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including signal that can be used when boating or camping situations. There is also the Satellite communication devices, that can provide SOS emergency signal and GPS, and provide satellite text messaging capabilities anywhere. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS emergency GPS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger *vehicle battery jumper cables *Vehicle Jumper cables *Keep a Fire extinguisher handy Smoke, and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful... *Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. Exterior vehicle cameras Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies. Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc. However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings. Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks. Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc. Although, I just noticed your KZfaq channel, and other similar channels. You seem Very Aware of your surroundings and Alert, and you may be aware of many of these suggestions, however, I Don’t know, so I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. Keep your vehicle gas filled Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, washer fluid, brake fluid, antifreeze. Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set to rotate. Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very. Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump. Keep towing insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it. It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, etc. Please Be Safe... Peace and Wellbeing... Author Advocate for Humanity, Safety Advocate Jason Sandifer, Michigan 10/06/2022, 10/02/2022 10/08/2022, 10/13/2022

Good job 👍🏻. Didn’t panic & just rolled out. You handled it like a pro❣️Safe travels. Hugs💓💓💓

I wish it was safe to freely exist without fear of being harmed by others. Glad you are okay, that was super scary. ❤️

I think she did the smartest thing possible, getting out of there asap. Most people should be in shock and just try to let it go, but it won't be safe. Also, this is why you MUST bring protection if you plan to travel and sleep in your vehicle. Whether in the city, rural or wilderness, there's ALWAYS potential danger. Makes it worse when your very attractive js.

Thank you for sharing. So sorry this happened to you 🥺As females who want to try this life we need to see reality & how to deal with it.

Glad you're posting this. People need to see the real parts of being a solo female traveller on the road.

I have done the van life, first you parked in the absolute wrong place...if you cannot find a place (often the state parks off seasons and there is a ranger on duty still....allows homeless people who have no place else to go or van life people particularily women ... to park safely as long as they come in after dark (if they don't lock the gates on the one I stayed at for quite a while the ranger was so cool and compassionate to allow people to stay and build fires and even joined in on his rounds at our campfires ... he was a high school teacher during the day and the ranger at night...but thanks to him we are were safe...but the other places are at a hospital... just don't live in the parking lot....the police station is a good safe place...Walmart if there are no weirdos there usually a bunch of motorhomes and their are always people looking out for each other...but never park in a dark empty parking lot... for one your van look like it is easy target for breaking into...thus the knock to see if anyone is inside. I had some scary things happen...really bad things.... out in the Yukon at a remote spot on the side of the road luckily left my german shepard in the truck...drunk indians tried to break in and I had my two small children and on my way to Alaska to bring them up in clean enviorment and I knew there were plenty of jobs and it was as I thought the best experience to have made that choice to leave San Francisco bay area and drive the 4,000 miles with $300 dollars in my pocket to make it ...thought they'd stop me at the Canadian border but damn they didn't...so it must be meant to be and I asked the kids well what shall we do ...they were just little guys but both yelled out with smiles "Keep going mom"... aw damn ... so I did... never looked back and had a wonderful life there and found a good job, a mentor who helped me find a place to live as winter was approaching and how blessed this lady was for my small single parent family..a new apartment for $50 a month on housing where other states there was years waiting list.....and I started a good job....and life was good and my kids as they graduated from high school got a college grant...I was glad I had the strength to even consider leaving everything behind...I had nothing to lose, my family wasn't supportive nor helping me and I just thought I could do better in a place less crowded for the jobs and all I had to do was make it on the small amount of gas money and hope to find gas stations all the way up the Alcan higway....which is another whole story...but please if you ladies are going to do van life alone find safe places...take a weapons course and carry a pistol...but never stay in a dark empty parking lot...find an all night market store if you can. I did my trip in 1974....and everyone thought I was irresponsible or nuts....they didn't when I was eventually able to buy a new house being built and even visited ... and my kids got to grow up in a pristine atmosphere and no crowed class rooms. Be bold but be safe!

glad that you are safe. i started van camping recently and i think having a gun for self protection would be a good idea. we live in a crazy world. be safe! cheers!

This breaks my heart, I’m sorry you had to live this experience and felt unsafe. It’s so easy as a man to take feeling safe for granted. You are brave and I hope this event doesn’t dampen your spirit! 🙏

You weren’t even alone. Several cars in the parking lot. That guy was really on something

NEVER sleep in an isolated area as a solo camper. There are rules to this van life for a reason. He could have taken out your tires and used a simple jammer to make sure you couldnt call anyone as he or he and friends worked their way into your van and you.

My tent was stolen in Wyoming. They were watching me for sure. The cops sadly never even gave me a report. It was an awful feeling.

You hit the nail on the head, it’s a dark spirit that takes over them for sure. It’s truly sad, you handled this perfectly

This is the reason I prefer having a rig that I can drive away in. Can't imagine otherwise... glad you are safe.

Think Wasp spray, bear spray and after that a gun. I worry about you pretty young girls out there alone. You have to be more stealth than most.

I'm sorry this happened to you in my former home town. Before the art scene it was a beautiful place with beautiful people.

Glad you didn't have to use any of your weapons. Men seem to forget that just because a lady is traveling alone does not mean they can't end up hurt by trying to break into someone's space🤷 that night you chose to keep yourself, and him safe. Good job:) safe travels and always protect yourself.

Always be mindful of your surroundings, especially when your sight seeing. Once my sister was followed home and woke up with a crow bar pulling out her window out. She grabbed the window handle and started screaming bloody murder. The dude fought for about a minute and got scared and jump back over the fence. I had her move in with me the next day. Now she is better protected, 2nd amendment believer

When I was younger, out grocery shopping with my mom, a man followed the two of us all the way home from Walmart. To our front door. Has since always been a fear, because sadly it happens so often.

I know this was a long time ago but thank you for sharing your story. I wish more ppl would share their reflections about situations like this because they happen and it’s good to not leave them out. Thank you!

Terrifying video and glad you are safe. As many have already said in the comments, best thing you could have done was to get out of there. Don't engage, don't waste time. As I'm sure you know, never assume you are not being watched. That said, it is so cool that you have undertaken this journey. Safe travels.

You won the fight by leaving. Take care of yourself, smart girl. And I'm glad you shared because the "pinterest" way is not the only way to vanlife.

Air horn and a good torch to blind the intruder gives you time to get away. Glad you are safe, you did the right things, pat yourself on the back girl.

Thank you for your story. When I retire in 14 years I want to can life. I will be 70. You have inspired me to share my land with solo female van lifers. In return we can share stories around the fire pit. And I can give tours of my tiny house.

It’s great that you shared this life experience with us.✌🏽❤️

Just leaving and calling the cops was the smart thing to do. This was an unsettling experience for you. Using common sense is key to situations like this and you did the right thing. You always have to be cautious of crazy people out there wanting to harm you because they exist. God be with you to keep you safe from danger and harm!🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻

As much as this is a common tale among us vanlifers, it never fails to rattle every single one of us. I'm so sorry this happened, lady. Please stay safe along your journey.

Fyi anyone considering vanlife be aware of your surroundings, always have a plan for worst case scenarios. Mental illness is a huge problem in America. Even nice areas can have a couple crazies, don't let it ruin your night tho.

What a jerk knocking on your van. He needs a good kick in the ass. Stay safe make sure to keep the van locked. Enjoy your travels!!!

So much smarter for travelers to be able to drive away rather than be stuck in a trailer. Happy you were smart to leave and stay safe.

You handled the situation really well. Interesting that it was the camera that made him back off. It's the best weapon you've got because these people know there's nowhere to hide once their face hits social media.

First and foremost I'm so happy to know that your okay 👍 please park in places where there's other people don't say what kind of weapons you do have because all kinds of people watch your channel and the bad people don't need to know what your working with to defend yourself to much information keeping you in prayer 🙏 babygirl be very careful and may God continue to watch over you

This is why I would always have a dog. Just so you don't feel alone, I hate being creeped out and not having a companion. I am so relieved you were able to get out of there. Glad you are safe.

You could have called 911 immediately since you were in a city and asked if cops were nearby. If you had a gun I believe it would have been legal to brandish it since it appears not all your windows are covered and he can see you. I’ve heard Asheville has gone downhill in recent years. It’s a good thing you have a van and not a trailer. He was probably just a drunk or druggie. You are right that fear is to be avoided but the important thing that a good effective defense plan helps more than all the meditation in the world.

Try to get a taped recording of a large dog barking and at the same time rock your van, that should be enough to deter intruders.

Im glad I stumbled on your channel and subbed. I like how you give details to help others in that situation. The clown mask idea up top is great!

Wow, glad you kept calm, focused and got out of their. Thank God you're OK ❤️

100% the best thing to do is just drive away! 🚗 Glad your alright! 👍

Asheville is a lovely beautiful place… unfortunately it has also turned into a cesspool. I lived and visited there for many years and watched it crumble. Looks shiny happy & so cool, but it is crusty full of drugs, and drainbows

Nice video, thank goodness you are safe. I love the points you made here. I am wishing you the best....blessings!

I’ve been nervous being a solo girl and starting the van life but I have an over protective puppy, so that makes me more comfortable.

Thank you for this honest posting. It will keep other vanlifers safer.

This is why, as a motherly type, I really worry about girls traveling alone in vans and cars as well as hiking into the woods alone or with a poor beloved dog they’re exposing to a horrible fate along with themselves. There are too many psychos and violent criminals out there. They look for places where they can prey on victims and avoid detection. The drug addict in the city may not be as dangerous as the nice guy on the mountain. Always stay around good people who will stand with you if need be. And don’t even trust a cute young guy or couple if you don’t really know them. Park in the well lit up parking lots of quality hotels as close to the front door as you can get. And get tough with psychos, don’t be polite or converse with them, just tell him to back the fk up or you’ll open fire. And shout like a dude at him while you speed away. Never engage or allow them to get within striking range. I’ve had thousands of psychos (not an exaggeration but actual occasions) come after me in my long life, and I never felt afraid, they angered me and endangered themselves, and I was quick to let them know who the lion was, but in a very calm and subtle way. They got the message.

Love that you included metaphysical in this. Beautiful awareness and strength 🌻

You are so brave and knowledgeable. Thank you for this.

You did everything right which got you out of what could have been a lot worse than what it was. Another idea is to write down an emergency plan of action that is clear to see (luckily your clarity is your list). Another thing you could do is to blast your horn. Bravo for your quick thinking and your doors being locked!

I have a great pyrenees pooch that is my buddy that I will be taking with me.. not only is he hilarious and a great companion, but he is a great deterrent in situations such as what you went through. I hope that you will get a dog sometime bcause not only are they are the best company ever... they will guard you with their whole heart and soul❤ This is the first time I've watched any of your videos because I'm constantly scrolling KZfaq and running into things and now I'm going to start watching your videos to see how you're doing! I'm so very happy you are okay man!!!!