This Was Not The Plan

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Here’s the truth about my life right now…Thank you to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video △ storyblocks.com/christianscha...
It’s kind of weird putting your life out there on the internet, but it also feels strange pretending like things are fine when they aren’t…
In this video I open up about what’s really been going the past couple of months, and some of the struggles I’ve been running into out here on the road. I also might maybe definitely have found a place I’d love to call home someday… hope you like this one ♡
01:00 putting your life on the internet is weird
02:56 we broke up
04:20 leaving utah for oregon
05:54 trusting the madness
06:53 learning to be alone again
08:44 my electrical system melted
09:08 chipmunks in my engine
10:45 i’m stressed out
12:13 would this kind of life make me happier?
13:25 realizations and dirt roads
15:05 it’s beautiful here
17:08 here’s the truth
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Hey :) I’m Christian Schaffer, and I’ve lived on the road full-time since May 2018. This journey began in 2013 when I left the corporate world to build my career as an outdoor adventure & travel photographer. As a semi-minimalist, I eventually decided to donate/sell most of my belongings and move into my 4x4 Nissan Xterra. After 14 months of SUV living and falling madly in love with the open road - I bought a van and hired a team to build it out. Van life enables me to experience and document the beauty of our natural world on a whole new level, all while having my home and office nearby. My hope is that by sharing my own personal highs and lows along this (sometimes) wild journey, you might be inspired to hit the road or spend more time outdoors. Maybe one day I'll see you out on that open road 🚐
*My van is a 2019 Ram ProMaster 1500 High Roof, 136" WB with 41K miles*
#offgrid #solofemaletravel #vanlife #Storyblocks

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@jameszak7582 Год назад

I started watching your videos for the "Van Life" content. Now I watch them for your incredible artistic vision and story telling. Keep it up, you are an amazing person!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

I appreciate you 🥲

@GunsNRoses87AXL Год назад

Exactly... Those views are incredible and the messages behind them emotional.

@gabrielleszafir Год назад

Yes!

@vloogle4924 Год назад

Aspects you can carry into content beyond van life, I might add.

@lingonpaw3292 Год назад

The same for me...

@nickshields1011 Год назад

Been divorced, twice. Never gets any easier. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. People who never grieve never love. Keep up the great work.

@rikindermahal32 Год назад

Wishing you the best in your recovery Christian! It's definitely a slow and mysterious process. You go into a "black hole" for months but when the dust settles, you come out a completely different and changed person. Just keep taking it one day at a time! And if it's any consolation... and I think I speak for many fans of this channel... but the last few "episodes" have been some of the most moving and beautiful content I've seen on RU-vid. Thanks for doing what you do and letting us along for the ride!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you 🥹🙏🏻

@Biztalkcontrolcenter Год назад

well said man! nailed it. Christian, I live in Austin, if you need a ride from the airport, just let me know.

@carolinehughes738 Год назад

Could not agree more! Keep up the Fantastic work Christian! Your videography/photography is beautiful, powerful and SO inspirational.

@ShadyPastel Год назад

What you said about being in a black hole and then coming out a completely different and changed person really resonated with me. I too have been through some truly dark times in my life and sometimes I emerge with a newly filtered view of the world, sometimes it's a good filter, sometimes not, but I think this is the actual meaning of our own individual life paths. How we grow, learn adapt and change brings more meaning to our lives and therein also lies our depth of character and how our experiences can also hopefully help others, thereby enriching not just only ourselves but those we meet as well. Happy traveling everyone.

@citizenY Год назад

@@ChristianSchaffer have you tried catching a rainbow in the middle of the Rainbow Meadow?

@DemolitionNews1 Год назад

Came for the visuals but stayed for the almost poetic and heartfelt narration.

@MamasGotKids Год назад

I’m coming up on being 3 years divorced after 20 years together. The first year, I really did nothing but grieve and heal and figure out who I was by myself. It turns out I actually really like who I am separate from that relationship. In the first few months everything seemed to happen at once (I fell and hurt my back, slipped on ice and ended up with a concussion (separate incidents 😐) and then the pandemic started. It literally felt like the world imploded all at once. But you find a way to keep going, you take time for yourself, you reflect on what you want going forward. You heal. I did. So will you ❤️

@rickchollett Год назад

When I divorced after almost 30 years I needed to learn to be by myself. So I went to Europe and ended up staying for three months. 30 days in Croatia were amazing! Then a month on my way to walk the Way of Saint James. The walk took another 30 days but was so enlightening. I've learned to be comfortable with myself and I'm perfectly fine not being in a relationship. Sometimes I'll miss it but not the drama and misery of the past one. We all heal in our own way! I prefer to travel and get out in nature!

@JSBowling2011 Год назад

@@rickchollett How were you able to go to Europe For three months? Do you not own a home or maybe you live in an apartment and it’s easy to take off or do you not have a job? Just curious how someone can just take off like that and if you have responsibilities at home how do you deal with that?

@rickchollett Год назад

@@JSBowling2011 I retired at 52. Rented out the house and had paid off everything else. I've got a plan to go again. But I need to head to Asia as well.

@JSBowling2011 Год назад

@@rickchollett Sounds like you had a good life To enable you to do what you're doing now

@rickchollett Год назад

@@JSBowling2011 27 years in the military gave me a decent pension! And a few aches and pains to go with it!

@laurendefrank7380 Год назад

Thank you for sharing such a difficult time in your life. It is a good reminder that life is not always rainbows and sunshine. There are many chapters and each one comes with a lesson. I love your content. Looking forward to seeing more in the future. All the best!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you Lauren 🤍

@systemdersiebenwelten Год назад

"Little by little, you learn to trust the madness and let it guide you someplace new." Love it! it is not easy, when things are uncertain. I'm kind of in the same spot. Thanks for sharing that!

@zickiea172 Год назад

My families 300+ year old home in the Blue Mountains at 4,000 ft in Jamaica burned to the ground taking with it all of the echoes of these memories that popped in your mind whenever we were there and we were devastated. There was no electricity, and the water came from a spring on the property -- one can see the milky way at night - all that was left were these two chimneys. One day my sister took a picture of the place where the house used to be, and what I saw was all of this amazing green foliage, and the mountains in the background -- my whole point for that story is -- time will allow one to see the beauty that still exists in our lives once we are ready to see it. Your channel and your videography and pictures help me personally to see and appreciate those things around me every day and I hope you continue to see those things and share when you are ready.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

I’m so sorry that happened to you and your family 😢 but also what a beautiful way to look at loss. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

@stevef4575 Год назад

Very courageous for you to share. This was very humanizing. Here's to trying to feel better!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you Steve 🥲🙏🏻

@wincharles1195 Год назад

@@ChristianSchaffer I agree

@iowa_don Год назад

I think you are truly a modern day philosopher. Thank you for taking us along on your van life journey.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

Thanks for watching 🥲🙏🏻

@sportshighlightsheaven4693 Год назад

So true

@_braune_ Год назад

Fantastic storytelling and cinematography as always! I'm in my late 20s and can relate to the feeling that life has been chaotic and messy lately. I have a very cheesey "keep on truckin" magnet on my fridge, and I think it carries a valuable message. No matter how poorly my day goes, I try to sleep it off and rise with a clear head and a clean slate every morning. Good luck on your journey!

@jillybean0988 Год назад

You’re videos are absolutely addictive my amazing Christian. I DO NOT follow any other vlogs because they’re honestly quite boring and feel vain and empty. Your vlog is so real and inspiring. Keep doing what you’re doing. Whether it’s in your van life or another. You’re truly gifted and have a light that needs to continue to shine for yourself first and everyone it touches second.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

🥹 thank you Jillian

@pilgrim985 Год назад

I’m at a loss for words after watching your video today. I love your introspection and depth that you have. I’m sure you already know this but your videos are gold to some of us because we not only subscribe to your channel but we relate so well with you. Thank You for being the beautiful artist and person that you are! Take care!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you so much for watching 🥲🙏🏻

@snenhlanhlankutha1340 Год назад

We love you Christian. You’re an inspiration.

@WillsWhereabouts Год назад

Thank you for your incredible ability to share your thoughts and emotions in the most beautiful way possible. ✨

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

Thanks Will 🥲

@MsBerries25 Год назад

"Learn to trust the madness and let it guide you to someplace new." Profound!! 🙏🏾💯

@thinkplanetearth2946 Год назад

I was sorry to hear that you've been having some challenging times recently. And dealing with a breakup, even if it's the right course to take, is still a difficult proposition. The sense of loss and loneliness that sets in can be very painful and makes you question yourself. But I have no doubt that you will come out stronger for it as you have proven yourself to be incredibly capable, independent, and resilient. Sending positive energy your way.

@trailersandtea Год назад

The strange irony of our society is that sometimes it is easier to share with those who may not necessarily know us personally. Honest, emotional vulnerability is a beautiful thing and takes a lot of courage to express. Thank you for sharing :)

@roadsweride_pt Год назад

Don't give up girl!! As I told you before, your videos are inspirational, therapeutic and unique! RU-vid is full of wanna be's “vanlifers”, “backpackers”, “advguys” and all that stuff… but only few if any have the quality of your videos, created with feelings, with good editing, with good framing, with good music selection … with truth!! So like I said, don't give up even if, some days, you don't feel creative! All the best Chris Kisses from Portugal 🇵🇹

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

Thanks Chris 🥲

@cocochanel9291 Год назад

Post traumatic GROWTH is a thing. Having gone thru a similar experience the pain is real, the hurt is real, and the good times when they come (and they will) are very real. Thanks for sharing your life and journey.

@freetobetee440 Год назад

You’ve got this! Keep creating and find yourself…

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

🤍

@JackieBrown111 Год назад

Your last couple of videos have brought tears to my eyes every single time. Thank you for letting me live vicariously through you on the road.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you for watching 🥲🙏🏻

@BluePhotoMedia Год назад

I've loved watching your videos over the past year or so. I can definitely relate to the feeling of trying to learn to live alone again, and to how it can be difficult to find that creative motivation during that transition. I certainly appreciate the effort you put into these, not just for the amazing cinematography but also the stories and sharing. Thank you for all you do, you make the world a better place.

@ImagesbyCeciSnow Год назад

Your creative images in this (and other) videos are amazing. "Overlooked moments of life" is a wonderful expression. Thank you. I needed this today as my life has been in upheaval for the past few weeks as well.

@REGRETLYSS1 Год назад

The way you tell your story, makes me feel like you're telling mine. Thank you for making us viewers feel seen through your art Christian. ♥

@montyfinch5695 Год назад

Hi Lyss! Funny, I was thinking how yalls 2 stories are similar and here you are! Make more good memories!

@ChristianSchaffer 2 месяца назад

I’ve often felt exactly the same way watching your videos. Pure poetry ❤️

@sacphilip Год назад

Very often I get carried away by the story and get lost in the plot like a movie and then snap back to realise this is someone's reality... Your story telling is commendable. Well done!

@zacharyjacobson2727 Год назад

Some of the most amazing shots I’ve ever seen! Keep up the great work and enjoy the adventure!

@gregr5303 Год назад

Just wanted to say how much I enjoy watching your authentic, visually rich videos, they are inspiring. Also wanted to say how sad it was to see your pain, but also wonderful to see the glimmer of joy again towards the end.

@camplifedk Год назад

Christian, tears are in my eyes . Lying here in the rain close to Trondheim Norway, long way from home, you made me both feel happy but also sad. Happy because of my van life freedom, but sad because I feel with you in your loss of relationship. Better times will come and soon the sun will shine on you again. Totally love the way you tell your story. You are a big inspiration.

@DS-nw4eq Год назад

Waa?

@jessika5091 Год назад

you aren't alone here in this strange country. I'm in Oslo and can be here to help you with questions about Norway. Otherwise, just know... someone here is thinking of you

@stevegould9803 Год назад

Christian you have a beautiful smile, you can tell that it comes from your heart!

@karlaschloemp545 Год назад

I appreciate your courage to share real emotions, struggles and successes, Christian. You continue to inspire me with your ability to seek, stop, and reflect! Of course, love your art as well! Thank you.

@BlueLion364 Год назад

Wow Christian! I'm so sorry to hear all you've been going through. Makes me want to give you a big hug and tell you it will all be alright. You're too smart, too resilient and have too good an eye for beautiful footage for it to be anything but. Your videos usually touch me with the beauty in nature that you show us. This one did for the way you share your story with us. Best wishes for better times being ahead shortly. Thank you, as always, for posting.

@pedalpusher2008 Год назад

Your videos are like flicking through a national geographic photo competition, but the images are moving and there's a story and soul to follow. From the beginning to the end I completely captivated - it's wonderful and very inspiring.

@jeremytorgersen Год назад

Learning the art of letting go is indeed a beautiful and healing process, and it's dynamic nature never ends. The chipmunks must be evolving! Thank you for sharing your journey, may you be well!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

They’re becoming quite crafty indeed 😅🐿

@jeremytorgersen Год назад

@@ChristianSchaffer I think it is a systemic issue everywhere with them haha, at least here in Utah. Much like how many rattlesnakes are losing their rattles, which is concerning.

@cellistefly Год назад

Thankful for your transparent, thorough willingness to share real life as it may not always be ideal. Not anywhere as skilled at bringing a spotlight to my own endeavors, but yours and a few RU-vidrs give insight and great examples of confronting an audience candidly. Look forward to another episode of non-rushed interesting travel-vlog, and I hopoe things simplify and self processing rewards you for your efforts. All the best Christian!

@dianeschmiane Год назад

Hugs, Christian, you'll get through this. Thanks for another stunningly beautiful video filled with inspiration!

@paulwhatever1455 Год назад

Thanks for always being honest regardless and remember, when you're going through hard times it's easy to see the dark and think that's all it will be, but if you look at your life from high above you see that there have been good times and bad times throughout and the bad times never lasted. Here's hoping for a long run of good times to come ❤

@DustinEllison Год назад

Loving how these videos continue to feel more and more authentic. It's really hard to be vulnerable in front of the camera and put it out there, but you do it in such a beautifully creative way.

@lindazipper8133 Год назад

I am very sorry to hear about this painful transition in your life. Sending well wishes your way. Thank you for your channel. It has really blessed me as I seriously contemplate buying a van and becoming a full time van lifer. Learned so much from you.

@auvlavigne2902 Год назад

Ive been staying away from being too much on here for awhile now. I got back and my heart is happy to see you. I've been and can proudly say that I've been here since the first wee days you started. And it always makes me happy to see updates of your van and of you; from photography to your life and just everything in between. I see a bit of sunshine out in the horizon and seeing you bounce back to chase that sun (and chipmunks 😂✌️) is all I need to chase my own. :) Glad to see you again, Christian! Cheering for you. 📣

@ricksantiago4422 Год назад

I have done a lot of soul searching lately. I’ve just come to the conclusion that I always do after each life events, that this was my choice. My life, the events, the experience, it’s all my choice. The outcome and events are all designed to make me who I am suppose to be. It’s hard to fully understand that when life greets these conditions, but I always walk away thinking I love my experiences and I love my life. I’ve chosen it so experience every emotion and lesson with compassion and live in the moment. Transition is the eternal motion. Everything in you and around you is constantly in a state of transition. So I grab onto every moment knowing it’s just a small window in time and it too will be gone. You’re doing well, you’re in tune with your creative nature and that will guide you through your experiences. You see that there is beauty in transition and life is beautiful. Your experiences are beautiful in every aspect. Take your time with the transitions in life. Listen to you, because this is who you are, life is all around you calling.

@carllyth8455 Год назад

One step, one hour, one day at a time. As you said “trust the madness”.

@sebastiandesign5216 Год назад

You are an artist in everything you do, from your vandesign to photography and RU-vids. People, places and situations will always change. But the spark of creativity and honesty I guess will always be your way. Keep it up! Love it✨🙏🏼✨

@sheripaisley5263 Год назад

Sitting in my studio. Just watched your video. I can relate to so much here. Living an artists life is not for the faint of heart, and takes so much heart. You help a lot of people that you may not ever realize or know Christian. Much love to you, and thank you for your courage and generosity.

@anniekim9961 Год назад

Sending so much love and light your way, Christian. The grace in which you always share your truth is so inspiring. Looking forward to all the beautiful adventures you have to come! 💛💛💛

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

Thank you Annie 🥲🤍

@MarkHarrison4 Год назад

Your vulnerability mixed with impeccable audio & visuals wow 👏 👏 👏 . All the feels

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

🥲🙏🏻

@paulcomeau1441 Год назад

I watch lots of travel channels and I have to say your videos are unique and very thoughtful….you really can tell the work you put in for your different shots! Thanks for putting in that effort it shows! Clear talent

@sbrownproductions Год назад

Your visual content and storytelling are always so beautiful. I appreciate how you share both the good and the bad of life - it isn't always roses and puppies!

@davidadamsmusic Год назад

As someone who really likes being alone in the wilderness, yet find myself wanting to share the experience with others- I’m left to accept the paradox of the human condition. I can only imagine the highs and lows that you experience with van life given how long you are on the road. I also find creating (videos for you- music for me) is one of the best activities to explore how I am feeling. Sometimes I don’t have words- but words aren’t always necessary and the art reveals something in me. I suppose all we can do is stay curious, keep creating, and enjoy the journey. Cheers.

@fourpressmedia2674 Год назад

Praying for you, as one season ends and another begins for you. I'm looking forward to watching your new adventure play out and the excitement that comes with it. I love how you leverage your talents and storytelling ability in these short stories. Thanks for being real.

@jameslichliter7267 Год назад

I really enjoy your videos and this one hit close to home. I’m still going through a hard break up that happen about a month and half ago. Helped me reflect on my goals and Ive made major changes. Moved out of my house and put it up for rent. Gave and sold most everything I have to minimize things. Rent a room from a best friend now and planning my van life soon. Time to move on and start fulfilling a dream. Your videos inspire and make me think. Sorry your going through tough times. Please keep it up with your work. You always add a special moment in my day and thank you.

@relaxingsoundscapevibes Год назад

Your videos are the best kind of art! I appreciate your candid-ness and the way you articulate your journey. Pls keep making these amazing videos!

@1958wstewart Год назад

Brilliant authentic story telling and cinematography as always. Hold fast to your creativity!

@AmberJBaldwin Год назад

Beautiful Christian. I love how you speak so beautifully from your heart, share exactly what you want to share in a way that we fully understand and can resonate with, and do so with breathtaking imagery that sets the mood of the your video and message. Hopefully soon we can camp together instead of just talking about it. Of course it would also help if I stayed put longer than 2 seconds in one state. lol Love ya girl!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

Aw thank you Amber 🥹❤️ I can’t wait to reunite with you and Lily again, sending you love and a big hug

@Cre8sumthing Год назад

Poignant. Beautifully made. I've been walking through the shadow a little, myself. It has stopped pouring, but grief takes it's own time. Thank you for making this. It helps.

@chancepantera106 Год назад

I love you girl! You're the best on the internet. The recent pain you have experienced has turned into levels of beauty that are almost incomprehensible

@socialstew Год назад

If I was a van lifer, one of the things I would do is search the web for different seminars, conventions, tradeshows, etc. covering topics that interested me. Then I'd scan the exhibitor and sponsor lists in search of potential sponsors for my social media posts. And if I set up a meeting with one, they might even offer to leave a ticket/badge for me at will call! And afterwards, I'd tour the show floor in search of interesting goods and services -- and people! And maybe even photograph and film different booths and vendors for my social media posts. What the heck? Because the absolute worst that can happen is I learned something new. AND met someone new! 😉

@p.o.frenchquarter Год назад

I like this idea better than attending meetups and rallies... because I prefer it when the socializing is optional instead of mandatory.

@johnstuart9843 Год назад

Blown away by your work, work ethic and ability to share your life.

@jessicawinstone8331 Год назад

One of your best! I personally get alot out of your videos when you take that authentic journey down thru the layers. Grief..thank you for sharing yours as a reminder our timing may be different but we all relate to the mirroring of life's most difficult moments as much as the most beautiful moments. I have been facing alot of my fears lately and the overarching solution seems to be getting my team together, both professional and social as support network. Then when I walk through the fears as opposed to not going there at all...or speeding up..i come out the other side. Even tho there are those awkwardly wobbly moments in the process..the other side of the comfort zone has taken me to the next level.

@DavidSmith-dm2sr Год назад

Thank you for producing a video channel with such wonderful content. I was drawn to the "Van Life" content at first as I lived on the road for a short period myself. I quickly became grateful for your tips on the life and on how you make it work. You are a very talented creator, your photography is amazing. I addition to the visuals I really appreciate your openness about life; Your experiences, your thoughts, your inspirations and now about relationships. Keep up the excellent work, I eagerly await more installments about photography and life on the road.

@GaryNichols50 Год назад

Regardless of whether it is a happy one or a sad one, I love how you tell a story. Thank you, Christian.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you Gary 🙏🏻

@annelewisphoto Год назад

Love your honesty and transparency ❤️

@glennalansmith6390 Год назад

Thanks for all your content. The beautiful landscapes, The motion of the natural world you see in your travels. With insight that touches us all at different times. You do a fantastic job of bringing us the colors of the real world with a voice and a a heart that are vivid and authentic. Keep it coming!

@johnnyboymedia Год назад

Absolutely love your videos...mostly for the visual aesthetics you put together but also enjoy warm personality....hoping everything in your life turns more toward happiness very soon!

@joshyoon Год назад

Oh Christian.... so many feels on this one. You're a beautiful soul.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thanks for watching 🥲

@nomadicphotosophy Год назад

Amazing video!! I love the editing and the music! I'm learning from you :) Everything happen for a reason...remember that! 💚

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

🥲🙏🏻

@davecarter5975 Год назад

I really enjoy your honesty, vulnerability and creativity it is so very refreshing. Thanks for taking us along.

@timothywozniak6952 Год назад

The authenticity and honesty of your videos is refreshing and admirable. Your cinematography is amazing. Thank you for your candid insights.

@feed_defend_evolve Год назад

Of all the van life content out there... this is the only one that feels like the real and raw convos I have with my closest friends. Thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽😊

@JoJo-vz5uy Год назад

I’ve been a loner all my life and I find more comfort in it now then ever. Originally from Europe, I moved across the ocean 3 times.. alone. Barely spoke any English or knew anyone but I had my dog and that was all I needed. Maybe adopting a pup who needs it will add not only purpose to your life but you’ll never ever feel alone again :). Ps: feed the chipmunks nuts! They are so adorable and they can eat out of your hand.

@brown55061 Год назад

I just did my first van trip, in a partial build just to get me out there to explore this world. Lots of miles, lots of smiles and amazing photo ops. There's something very liberating about being solo in a small space and knowing self reliance is in full force. Your videography skills are truly an art, I subscribe just for the art because your work is so polished. Hope you figure out your path and enjoy the time you've been blessed with.

@YTMichaelFromTexas Год назад

"Maybe then I wouldn't be able to see so clearly the distance I have traveled from here to where I am now." I keep a journal for similar reasons. I TRULY appreciate how you aren't just glossing over things and making it "look like" life is always beautiful and fantastic. Those dark times in my life (and documenting my thoughts as I was going through them so I can later go back and "review" those times) have helped me better realize just how far I have come in the last several years on certain things. THANK YOU for documenting your journey AND SHARING it with us! It's great to "see" (ON THE SCREEN) that "I'm not alone with this stuff." :) Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. I'm missing my mom tremendously. So, coming across your videos has been... comforting, if that makes any sense. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

@EnlightenMewithJoePena Год назад

That was beautiful, Christian. I'm glad you're still creating and sharing videos. Also... those Fn chipmunks and squirrels! 😆

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

they were relentless 😅

@rockercover Год назад

‘Trust the madness’ - I instantly thought after reading / hearing that: Tolerating grief. (How much and how long can one person withstand all the life things encountered - (without having someone to share in some part of the day to day activities - like dealing with animals chewing on “Wire Loom Split Tubing - Auto Wire Conduit”, located under your van hood). Be nice to have all lifestyle types co-exist at the same time. Happier days ahead wished. Like these deeper thought videos. Enough superficial media on the net, it is *faking-it* overloaded.

@rezlivley Год назад

Thanks for being so honest about your life and feelings. Breakups are always a transformational event that take time to process. I just saw a friend who had a recent breakup. I told her that all things have duration. She told me a day later that that is just what she need to hear instead of I'm sorry like a lot of people say. Keep on keeping on Christian and keep creating which is the best medicine at such times.

@SlatsAU Год назад

This was incredible. Thank you for your art even in a dark place. I found yoru videos through falling down a rabbit hole on RU-vid, but I watch yours because of the stories and art of it all.

@ameinavan Год назад

Beautiful video Christian…❤️I’ve never had chipmunks in my engine tho😭😂 like whattt!? Also, I completely get the difficulty of routine, being in one place would make life so much less scattered, but after constant travel, life might seem too similar every day and become difficult in a different way :/ it’s tricky.

@MikeB-gf6dj Год назад

@Matthew Rivers-Davis Haha, You're not wrong. 😀

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

Thank you Ame 🥲 and yeah, you’re absolutely right about potentially just trading one difficulty for another - there are still so many things to love (and that I would definitely miss) about the open road ❤️

@judithmartin1970 Год назад

Thank you for sharing with us-strangers yet friends. You are a blessing.

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

🙏🏻🙏🏻

@dianemiller6440 Год назад

Christian, thank you for sharing the dark and the light! It shows just how relatable and human you are to all of us. I wish you nothing but the best moving forward. I”ll be here to support you how I can. Know how much I and we all appreciate you and your spirit💕

@bluedonutautomotive475 Год назад

Love this! I started watching one of your videos as a friend is getting into van life and I shared your '10 tips for getting started' but now I'm hooked. The quality of your content is amazing and the insight into van life but also your own journey is so... I dont even have the words! Inspiring, emotional, honest, funny. Thank you!

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

🥲🙏🏻

@jenniferreneecrust8180 Год назад

the way you see the beauty in so many things. I absolutely love your videos!! I could never look at flowers or even out your van door and make it look like that. You have an amazing gift!!

@jenniferreneecrust8180 Год назад

thanks for sharing yoi story. I'm sure it wasn't easy. keep your head up. you can get through this.

@christopherbyrne5901 Год назад

I freaking love your authenticity, it feels like a mirror of the soul. Thank you for sharing…. Even when it’s hard to do so

@wellepoque Год назад

Your videos and words are beautiful. Letting go and seeing where life guides us is a lesson of a lifetime for me, gripping to something long expired to avoid being totally alone.

@treygraphy8050 Год назад

I don't think I can ever express how much I love your videos and the realness, and rawness of it. I really enjoy it. I enjoy the way you capture the environment and even the way you tell a story. It's admiring, and I would love to capture some of your style into my own video creating and film making.

@gypsy.baker.adventures Год назад

I really love & appreciate you being raw & real about life & van life! Thank you so much! Sending you positive vibes & love!💚💙💜💜💙💚 I just discovered you while down the VanLife YT rabbit hole @ 3am. I love your realness & not just asthetic. I'm really struggling to decide to take the leap to van life, & your videos are extremely helpful. Thank you so much!

@terrycureton2042 Год назад

Thank you for sharing your life and your deep feelings with us and me. I'm not a trained counselor, just someone with a lot of years, but something about your experiences jumps out at me. Obviously, the breakup of a significant relationship is tough thing to get through. For most people there are usually other people around who can commiserate and share your grief but you are trying to do that alone. So, naturally it is much harder on you and should expect that and try to deal with it the best you can alone. Thus, the best thing for you might be to be around other people for a while to get you to think about other things -- and jury duty might turn out to be just the ticket needed. Good luck and get back to normal as soon as you can.

@michellemarleau3035 Год назад

Always a stunning video! Thanks for being so raw! ♥️

@lindasalesatkinson2143 Год назад

thank you for being you and sharing so beautifully! You are such an amazing artist in storytelling. Wishing you the very best always!

Год назад

Prob. Your best video yet. Meaning, editing, shots, music and story! You are getting better every time! Story telling on point!

@soundtherapy1892 Год назад

Thanks for the journey and the vibe you give with all of your videos!!

@bretpemberton2968 Год назад

You have an absolutely amazing channel. I just started watching it. Your story telling is beyond fantastic and the photography is beautiful. Your channel is now one of my favorite channels to look forward to seeing. The wife and I are in our 70s and just now have started to overland. We sold our class A RV so that we could get away from the idiots in some of the organized campgrounds. You are so lucky to be able to live the life style that you have chosen and be able to do t while you are still young. Don't ever get to our age and regret the things that you have missed. Take those chances. Some will be good and others will be bad, but that is part of learning and part of life.

@KyleElsewhere Год назад

I appreciate your bravery in sharing your real struggles. Every lifestyle choice has its pros and cons and one of the greatest bits about van life seems to be that it really forces you to be fully present in a world obsessed with the past and worried sick about tomorrow. I say seems because my longest stent on the road was only three months. Bend is one of the most magical places I’ve ever spent time so I’m glad you chose to check that out. Never split the difference is an invaluable read. Just wish I was able to apply more of the take aways when negotiating with clients.

@JohnMunns Год назад

The emotions that comes through in your videos are what makes your work so compelling. Going through a dry creative spell myself (photography and video) for the same reason. Learning to be alone again is good for your soul… to heal and draw closer to God. I have been in Bend since mid July, it is a nice area, especially if you like the outdoors, hiking etc. etc. Love your work. Keep going.

@karatheriault6715 Год назад

You're doing great! Thanks for the transparency on all subjects especially van life, for after watching you so gracefully transition from condition to condition, I do not believe it is the life for me. Thank you sincerely for all you share and how beautifully even the struggle is portrayed.

@Westie_NZ Год назад

Your images are always stunning, as well as the soundtrack. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us, when you can. Let your experiences make you stronger, and look forward to the openness of your future.

@GaryDeSha Год назад

You are loved! I especially appreciate your artistry and your transparency in as much as you feel comfortable sharing. Praying for you. God bless you. 😇

@carllyth8455 Год назад

I watched this for the third time today. I enjoyed the “not polished” comment. Your videos have such a flow to them. They make me feel like I’m sitting in a room, and you are telling a story. It is much more like a conversation than a presentation. The images are captivating, but your stories are so…real. Thank you!

@Tobi-xq2ij Год назад

Christian Thank you for sharing and being so honest about how you feel. Very relatable! So often people just share only their happy times which is wonderful but not realistic and can portray an unreal world. And unreal expectations for ourselves. Brave of you!!! Well Done! You are leading the way!

@ColeMarkusen Год назад

These recent videos of yours have been so beautiful, so raw. I love your ability to express and story tell, it's so pure. Can really feel the emotion and authenticity. Thank you for sharing. It's courageous and beautiful. Life is filled with it's ups and downs and a lot of the time online, we only see the highs and suppress the darker side of life. The world is better when light is shined onto that darker side, that's where the beautiful healing happens. Thank you

@ChristianSchaffer Год назад

thank you, Cole 🙏🏻

@shaneboddy7789 Год назад

Christian , first I would like to say Im sorry for hearing you have had a rough few months . I understand how difficult that can be . Second , I'm thankful that you are able to share your stories and be so vulnerable with us , its shows your true personality and I love it ! Your creativity with making these videos is remarkable along with your editing skills and song choices . I would love to talk more with you on that .