My friend was on vacation in Vietnam in January 2020 and he eventually got stuck out there because of the pandemic. His boss told him that he can work remotely from Vietnam for the time being because the office was closed and everyone else worked from home. His manager noticed how well he was getting work done and perform at levels that he never saw. His manager obviously knew he was productive out of the office so he his role became full-time remote. He never has to return to the office. So he got a long term visa to extend his stay in Vietnam and now its been 2 years since he been out there. He told me around November 2021 he won't be coming back. He said he feels at peace, he feels safe, and feels true freedom. Also the cost of living makes its so achievable a certain lifestyle he wants. When he was in San Francisco he said 90% of his income was gone every month. I miss my friend but I know he is happy and I can tell by his voice when we speak on the phone. He always say "hey you got good tech skills and they can use your talent here in Southeast Asia." And now he has a Vietnamese girlfriend.
I completely understand your decision, having done the same in 2015. Don't get me wrong - I love my country (Finland) and the people but after a 3-month stay in Vietnam I wrapped up my studies and decided to move to Saigon. Vietnamese people are super friendly and there's a sense of freedom I never felt in the west. It's hard to put your finger on it but I can tell my quality of life has improved by leaps and bounds, and of course, the climate is just fantastic. It doesn't work quite like that for everyone, I know... But if you have an open mind, every day is an adventure. It's been 6 years now and there's no looking back.
I think you described it best that a lot of westerners don't understand that there is a lot of freedom in the east. People talk and joke around much much more and are relaxed about many things. Enjoy!! You made a great decision!
@@VNExperience what made you proud of being sauciness? Ha ha have you ever gone to quarantine area or hospital in this COVID time? Ha ha oh yeah I think that’s a main reason for you to call yourself Vietnamese proudly he he!
@@VNExperience you CANNOT BE SAIGONESE because you are not Vietnamese and you are always as a foreigner. However , you are welcome to Vietnam hahaha 🤣🇻🇳🇻🇳🇻🇳
I went to Vietnam in March this year and when I landed back in the US I cryed all the way home. I did not want to return to the US except for my family. I loved the people of Vietnam and the country. I have no words to describe how I felt while there. I am originally from the Dominican Republic and I relate Vietnamese people with Dominican people. Life here in the states is very empty and lonely. I can't wait to go back to Vietnam!❤ ❤❤ 🇻🇳
90% những người mỹ đến việt nam đều không muốn quay về nữa. Bởi vì ở việt nam luôn nhộn nhịp và sôi đông. Tình cảm người dân yêu thương nhau và hạnh phúc hơn. Ngược lại hoàn toàn với nước mỹ
Great video. I'm an English teacher here in Ha Long Bay Vietnam. I've been here 5 years and couldn't agree with you more. Everyone I know here in Vietnam wants to do what you did and go to America. I tell them exactly what you just said. Vietnamese students all have that same idea that if they could just get to the US, they will become rich. I tell them that yes you will make more money than working in Vietnam but that most of that money will go towards your food and accomodation with very little left over. I tell them that I live in Vietnam because I'm happier here and way less stressed. Folks, if you are reading this listen carefully to what this young woman is saying. If you're from Vietnam, you already live in paradise, but if you must see the US for yourself, than by all means go experience it. Freedom is a beautiful thing but it is also an expensive thing. She's right, it takes hard work to stay there. It's even harder to become an American citizen. But it can be done. Young lady, thank you for making this video. Everything you said was true and accurate. I worked at the University that I graduated from and we had many International student who where shocked that they couldn't attend their classes and get a job too and you just cleared that up for those who don't know. I'm glad you loved the experience of going to America but truthfully it saddens me to think that such a lovely woman like you had to go through the lock downs. How unfair was that. But on the other hand you are right. Vietnam is an amazing country and they need bright educated people like you to keep the country developing. I hope you stay happy and keep that awesome positive attitude. You're a breath of fresh air and I hope you can return to America one day on a work permit so you can stay awhile. Maybe even become an American citizen, but you are absolutely right about Vietnam too. It's so much more relaxed and chill. Cheers.
I struggle with depression since a young age. I use to live in Vietnam for a year and a few months. I've never been so happy in my life when I was there. (Hanoi) im far from Vietnam now but this country has stolen my heart. One day I will come back .
I was born in Vietnam and moved to the US at a very young age with my mom and brother. I love the opportunities and the freedom that the US has given me but as I'm growing as a person and getting older, I started to realize no place is like home and family is my priority. I just visited Vietnam again after many years of not visiting and I didn't realize how much I missed it. I'm finishing up my last semester in college right now and this video has given me the motivation to finish my studies and the courage to move back home once I'm done! :) So thank you so much for this and I'm so glad I found your channel! :)
My mom and most of her family went to the US and some of them never want to go back. I guess the young men that came to the US have some bad memories. The women don't seem afraid to go back for a vacation.
Listen, get knowledge in the US and back home. Do not spend life in the US, you will get nothing, except money. NOTHING. We got money in the US for 12 yearsa and we wanterd to stay here, buy hose...make life. What life?? NO life, even hoses can be problem, wooden, sometimes no paverd roads, sometimes no internet, you buy some hose after 10 tears FAMOUS group of people buy houses around you, so you have to sell it to stay alive and have normal life, but you sell it very cheap. NNIGHTMARE is US for life, good for work, STILL, but it will not last so long, governemnt nopught a lot a, hospitals....stay away from the US.
Hello Van. You are truly golden. I deeply regret what we did to Vietnam, yet I am so happy to see how well Vietnam has recovered. Be happy and stay well, you deserve it.
I am from Chile and lived in the US for almost 12 years. I just came back to Chile because of my family. I agree with you in a lot of things, but life wasn't as crazy and people are pretty friendly in Texas 🤠 I miss it, but I am enjoying my parents before it is too late. Everything else can wait
Last year during quarantine, I started watching many travel RU-vidrs like you. It made me realized life is about collecting experiences, not material things. So I sold my house late last year and plan to retire early next March to travel full time in Asia. It’s the videos like your channel continue to validate my decision and I am counting the days till my retirement. Btw, Vietnam is on my list of destinations to visit.
Sài Gòn, Hà Nội: big city, so many activities Đà Nẵng (Hội An), Nha Trang: Ancient steet, beach Vịnh Hạ Long: Unesco, sea without wave, island, breath-taking view,… Ninh Bình: stunning view, country side, so many cave Đà Lạt: a little bit cold, stunning view, trees everywhere, delicious food… West Vietnam: mekong delta, river,food I mention some places in case u need when u come to Vietnam
A post-graduation myself from the UK, and had a chance to continue for a PhD free of charge all inclusive, I decided to return to Malaysia. Glad I made the decision. Southeast Asia is diversified, humane, people are simple, real and humble.
Good for you. I’m a Cambodian American who left California and moved to Cambodia, in 2017. So far, I’m happier here and I find life is much less stressful (probably in , at least, South Eastern Asian countries) in here. I love your videos and find that we have a lot of commonality in our views about cultures, food and life, in general. Take care
I envy you, because I want to do the same as you did last year, but I can't! But I will ... I was born in Germany, where I spent the first 30 years of my life. Then I came to the United States and liked it much better than Germany, so I became a citizen and have spent the 2nd 30 years of my life in the USA. But 5 years ago, I discovered Vietnam, started learning the language, fell in love with the country, and have been there 5 times already. Early in 2020, I spent 2 months in Vietnam, then I had to return to the USA due to the pandemic. After my return, it was the first time that I felt unhappy in America. I'm OK now, but I am dreaming of spending the next 30 years in Vietnam.
Georg, you being away from the usa for so longg before going back will have seen how it has deteriorated there. It is never going back to what it was. I think it wone be long before there is a huge upheaval in the usa maybe a minor cil war. Its taken a turn for the worse & its getting worse everyday. Living in asia is better than liing in the usa. Im married to a Filipana & ive lived there & i want to retire there & i hope to one day. Good luck to us all.
What! You like America better than Germany? You must have gotten the benefits of Germany, free college, good healthcare, 5 weeks vacation before moving to America. Had you grown up in the USA, you would be is as heavy debt as most Americans. Although 40 years ago university was only about 10% of the current costs.
Very true. When I worked in Vietnam . I noticed, there is always room for social life. It doesn’t have to be the weekend . Everyday can be enjoyed after work. The energy is invigorating. Watching from Canada 🇨🇦. Great vid
I live in Australia. Definitely feeling the same way. I'll be in Vietnam once travel restrictions are lifted. Wanting to help with English studies with the locals. Helping others is where I'll be the happiest.....
I came across your channeling June when I was visiting Hanoi on vacation. I had such a great time in Vietnam! I'm very fortunate in my work in the US, but I can see why you are so happy to live in Vietnam. People there are so wonderful- everything you say is what I experienced there. I would love to go back. Thank you for your channel, too!
As a fellow international student used to live in the U.S, I think we can all agree Vietnam has blown us away because of how developed the country's gotten just under a short amount of time. Vietnam definitely has opportunity for young people to grow either as natives or foreigners. People can vision themselves obtain their American Dream in Vietnam.
Bullshit. My teacher worships Jesus and openly talks to us about her religion and community to us in class. She's alright and was never "thrown in jail" by the gov, and I'm Vietnamese.
I'm in similar boat, making the decision to come back after 7 years aboard. The reality is you (and I) are Vietnamese citizen who come from a well-to-do/middle (perhaps upper-middle) class background in Vietnam societal standards so of course in Vietnam we have more expendable income, opportunities and the likes compared to the US where you're gonna start off at a lower "place". But to be fair, there are many who will try harder to stay in the US with just 1-2 years being there. So many wish for the opportunities I had. THAT made me realize how much effort I still need to exert here to prove that coming back is worth-it, that I can do more meaningful things with the time I spend in Vietnam than in the US.
Being a big believer in the Western lifestyle, I changed my views a lot after living in Vietnam for 4 years. A Russian proverb says that not all that glitters is gold. Instead of comparing, I'll just tell you - I decided to refuse to participate in obtaining a green card. It will be difficult for many to understand, but I no longer see a better place to live than Vietnam (I used to be in 48 countries - just in case someone wants to grumble: "You just haven't tried something else").
you haven't tried hard enough because there are 197 countries in the world :)) Jk I feel proud when you say there's no better place to live than Vietnam. I hope one day I can travel as many places as you.
@@bacvu82 ;)) Of course, all these journeys expand our horizons, but it isn't the main point. Sometimes you just feel that you and the place clicked. To tell you the truth, my first impression of Vietnam was far from deciding to move here, but traveling through this incredibly beautiful and friendly country from north to east in 42 days, my wife and I just fell in love with Vietnam. And then, a year later, we already moved to our new home in NT to understand this new place & culture more and more.
Hi Van, I want to say a couple of things. I’m a Vietnamese American who was born in America. Its really hard here even for us Americans and especially for those of us who aren’t coming from rich families. I work +50 hour weeks and outside of work, I work on developing my technical skills because I work in the tech industry (here, you have to keep learning and growing because you don’t know when you’ll get fired). I’ve met a couple of international students who were very smart like you (they had to be in order to study here) and they have a really hard time fitting in and getting their first job because many companies don’t want to sponsor a visa. I am really glad that you were able to figure out your situation and pivot to something that makes you happy. You don’t have to plan 10 years into the future. Its perfectly okay to live your life by focusing on the opportunities in front of you. And if your situation changes, adapt and find something else that works for you.
Không hiểu, không hiểu! Nếu cô ta ở lại Mỹ, cô ta có job để làm không? Với tiền từ RU-vid hiện giờ cô ta có cuộc sống quá tốt rồi Otherwise nếu ở Mỹ , cuộc sống cô ta không phải dễ như vậy đâu!
@@mattnguyen4734 Exactly! If she had a way (become permanent resident, a green card holder), or was able to stay in the U.S, I bet she would have stayed in the U.S and not going back to VN. She has no choices. She just made an excuse!
@@whitehorse199 DAMN RIGHT :))) not necessary so, never know her family is loaded back home, so yeah lol. Plus, her channel is all about Vietnam cuisines, so it's best to do that in Vietnam.
This is fascinating as a native Texan and in my 60s, my goal is to have extended travel in Viet Nam and Thailand for all the reasons you laid out. Relaxed, friendly, great food and an opportunity to embrace and immerse my wife and I into a different culture. Good for you.
@@sadrakhusravani2852 interestingly enough I would find Iran fascinating and would love to visit Persepolis. As we’ve traveled, we’ve come to appreciate many cathedrals across Europe. I highly suspect the mosques across the Middle East would be just as breathtaking and impressive. Unfortunately I’m under the impression it might not be especially safe for Americans.
@@sadrakhusravani2852 Iranian are great people, but not the regime! It is so sad for Iran citizens. If they have a good regime. It will be a great nation!
I am an American baby boomer who left corporate America nearly 3 years ago and moved to Vietnam (currently living in Hanoi). Everything you said in this video I, myself, have said during my time in this amazing country. I have never been happier and I don't plan to ever return to America.
I am glad that you like VN so much. Never say never my friend. VN still lack advanced health care and political protection that the US can provide her citizens. Stay safe boomer.
@@baojhoang7242 I will take the Vietnamese health care system over the American system any day. As for political protection, I can say anything I want here and no one calls me a racist, misogynists, elitist or homophobe and no one tries to cancel me. None of that was true in America. People in Vietnam are nice and accept me for who I am. I feel safe here and that's important to me. Perhaps you'll 'understand this some day when you grow up.
@Dinh Nguyen Unfortunately politics always figure in plans. You will always be a foreigner and are subject to be being denied a visa or deported. That is true for any country that you do not have citizenship. Never?
My wife is Vietnamese and I love Vietnam, every time we go I feel so welcome and relaxed. I told her when we retire, I want to move to Vietnam, for many of the same reasons you discuss in this video. Vietnam is beautiful, it's growing, and the people love this chubby American! Oh, can't forget the food, it's the best.
So glad that everything has worked out for you. I think this American culture of "busy bragging" is toxic. I for one love the Vietnamese community that my wife has introduced me to. Everything is centered around family and friends.
"busy bragging"! First I think of city people. Then I realize my small-town religious relatives are like that too. Related to the puritan work ethic, the proverb "idle hands are the devil's workshop" means someone who is unoccupied will find mischief.
I'm Vietnamese and i know for a fact that Vietnam is a "saving face" culture. It's very annoying to me that it's all about flexing and "one up" each other. So there are pros and cons for both countries. I love America and i like Vietnam.
@Dinh Nguyen i can't love a place that ive only lived in for less than 5 years. Even though I'm Vietnamese i grew up in the U.S.A. and that's all i know. I'm proud to be an American.
@@suikoden420pimpX Congrats! You're American on paper only. Being a real and accepted as American you have to be white first. What do you call an Asian who acts white? Wait and see until you're over 50. You seem young and inexperienced to understand the reality. Violence against Asians during pandemic is a proof. : You're just a self claimed American.
I am American and totally agree with your assessment about American life. In 2017 I decided to retire early and travel more. I am now living in Thailand and my stress level has dropped and my health has improved immensely in the Land of Smiles. You did well as we only have one life to live.
We spend 6 weeks evey year in 3rd world country in Europe. Whan we come back in the US, a lot Americans tell us that we look very relaxed. We have never cen get it here.
You are fortunate to have had the best of both worlds, getting a good education in America and having a place to return to where you are happier. For those of us born in America and so stressed and unhappy, we really have no place to retreat to. America isn't what it used to be. The leisure you spoke of, the more relaxed lifestyle, and people caring about others has become a thing of the past. I am in my early seventies and retired. I thought retirement would be wonderful, but our country has really become a stressful environment.
Muke, My wife is Vietnamese, we've visited Vietnam several times. True, Nam is pretty laid back, but the vast majority of Vietnamese could never immigrate, they're stuck, and there is no safety net. It has been my observation that the people that do well in Vietnam are those well connected and foreigners
@@annthrockmorton1517 If you emigrate, you would be an immigrant, not an expat. "Expat" is generally used for people who live abroad temporarily for reasons related to work or education. I'm an immigrant myself (from Sweden, to USA).
@@danpress7745 Vietnam political system is benefit a few but suffered for the majority ..The very few are Vietnamese oligarch..while the common have to struggling for living..but fortunately they have a network of family helping them immune from the daily hardship.
@@hoantran041975 Yes, John, I know. My wife is Vietnamese. A refugee, she lived in a refugee camp. So, yes I know. But, thanks for the info. Hopefully others will see your post.
Hi Van! I arrived in Ho Chi Minh City a week ago, and I’ve been watching many of your videos to learn about Vietnam. I relate to everything you said. You made the right decision, and it’s important to always choose what makes you happy. After the lockdown, I quit my jobs and decided to explore the world. I will be staying in this amazing country for three months, so I’m ready to keep learning and absorbing! Have a good one!
You went back to Vietnam because 1. You have a loving family there, 2. It's home (in general) 3. You're considered wealthy there and only middle class in America, and 4. Like most wealthy people whose origin is family wealth, you're very comfortable and secure in your home and enjoying life there the most. All normal reasons anyone from anywhere in a similar situation would have. Generalizing of course.
She's from a well-to-do family so she can always fall back comfortably and safely with less reluctance or hesitation, especially when the goings get tough and it actually did. Unlike many others choosing to stay and fight the battles for success, because in their homeland they're the families' only hope.
There are probably a lot of Americans who wish they had a wealthy family in another country to come back to. America ain't that great for the average person. You pay high taxes (directly or indirectly) and get back very little in return. The cost of living is ridiculous to live anywhere decent. Unless you have some really great opportunity available to you there, the cost to live there negates anything good about it. Go where you can have the best life, and America just isn't what it used to be. That's just reality. Sorry to burst anyone's bubble.
@@spek7040 Americans pay a fair amount of federal income tax - 2020 tax brackets: 12% $19,751 to $80,250 $1,975 plus 12% of the amount over $19,750 22% $80,251 to $171,050 $9,235 plus 22% of the amount over $80,250 24% $171,051 to $326,600 $29,211 plus 24% of the amount over $171,050 Below are the average tax rates in some of the European countries: Denmark (55.9 percent), France (55.4 percent), and Austria (55 percent) had the highest top statutory personal income tax rates among European OECD countries in 2020. The Czech Republic (15 percent), Hungary (15 percent), and Estonia (20 percent) had the lowest top rates. You are correct: "America ain't that great for the average person".....therefore, people will always have to try harder to thrive among the successful ones. So, America is the country for people above average 😃😁🤑.....By the way, I'm not a bubble hence I don't burst.
Living very often in Vietnam for more than 10 years (the last two years full time, I just had to leave a few weeks ago), I think for me as foreigner (70+) the biggest problem is that time by time I realize that Vietnam is not perfect. However, it works as a mirror: when I do something impolite or stupid the Vietnamese smile and say...yeah, you're a foreigner, is no problem! And I have the same when something goes wrong that obviously shouldn't have go wrong...I think, yeah..this is Vietnam..and then I also try to smile. I've been visiting more than 30 countries and Vietnam is the most lovely of all. The people are proud but very friendly and in general also very honest and open minded. And for me most important, due to may age I'm not an 'old' kind of useless person, but someone with a lot of experience and they are eager to listen to me and then do it in their own way, often better..
@@namha4 thank you, but although I'm 70+ I'm still discovering myself....how do I react on new things? Do I have to adjust my previews views? Live is a bit as science the more we know about it, the more we know how little we know... Knowledge had turn into the question "Really?" ...and the follow up "I have to know more about it.."
This is a well though video, I love it. You literally hit the nail on the head by describing the 9-5 culture in America it's very stressing. I do feel lonely sometime even though this is my dream job, I have the thought of moving back and live in Vietnam for one year just to see where life can take me. Great video
I feel you. I am from Finland, where everything is very competitive as well. I also have my other home in Long Bien, Hanoi, with my Vietnamese wife. I will move there permanently in about 2 years. I am watching these videos to get better understanding for my future home. You have very good content to help person to move to Vietnam smoothly.
I came to vietnam 2 years ago. I love this country even now in the middle of hard lockdown and eating only rice. Im still thankful to be here. You are wonderful people.
As an American working an atomized remote 9-5 job, Hanoi left an impression on me. To step outside and be surrounded by this communal, social ecosystem where everyone is interacting and socializing as they go about their work day, or perhaps taking an extended coffee break with their friends…how could I ever un-see that?? It’s a very special place.
Love the way you describe your own decisions about living in Vietnam, US. Very mature in your thinking. I'm sure your parents are very proud of you, and you will do well!
Wonderful video and I love the honesty. I did something similar--I moved to Spain. In Spain there is a saying/question: Do you work to live, or do you live to work? I truly loved your comment along the line of "I was so unhappy that I spent more money doing things to make me feel better."--That comment hit a reality for me too.
Van, I could not agree with you more!! As an American born. I also see America the same way which is why I moved to Vietnam back in 2004 with my Vietnamese wife. I found living in Vietnam so much less stressful and I immediately got a job as an English teacher and worked my way up the ladder as far as I could. Other folks I worked with in Saigon wanted me to move to Phu Mi Huong (spelling) but I wanted to live amongst the Vietnamese people. I wanted to live the same life as they live. Life in Vietnam was so good to me but in 2011 My wife gave birth to our son and 2 years later we returned to America. I have regretted doing so but now my wife does not want to go back to her home country to live. Today in America it is even more difficult than ever before and I miss my Vietnamese life! I will never find that laid back atmosphere I had in Vietnam. We have had discussions about moving back but they do not go very far. Now we are planning a trip back for a 1 month vacation, I will take what I can get lol Thank you for your videos. Hopefully, one day I will find that spark you now have in Vietnam!!
Wow this was such an inspiring video!! 🥺💞 Coming from an American who’s lived here my entire life, I’ve genuinely always felt like I’ve never belonged here. The politics, the rat race, the constant need for more, no one being in the moment or enjoying their life. Compared to when I visited Vietnam the first time with my wife and her family, I loved the city life, everyone being so friendly compared to America where people don’t know their own neighbors. Being there just felt so right. Like you said, even though it is chaotic like the traffic. People still manage to find happiness and are able to enjoy their lives. Whereas America it seems to be one thing after another. My wife is a Vietnamese citizen and we plan on moving to Vietnam one day to have our children experience the life she experienced growing up! 💞 I have been learning Vietnamese and if we were to move there I’d love to be an English teacher and give back to the community. 💞
@@WhatThePho The key in having a happy life is following your passion. On a beach in Hawaii, I wondered for a moment if the surfers on the waves have better lives than mine. Then it dawned on me that the grass will always be greener on the other side of the fence. We interpreted happiness in different ways.
Cruising youtube and found your posting… You are one smart kid. Came to America and learned everything you needed to make a success of your self. Returned to the land of your birth. Made it a gold mine. Good Luck to you.
Van, politics and freedoms aside, your video is spot on, the life that we experienced in Vietnam when we were there is like you stated in your video "chaotic," but at the same time so relaxing and enjoyable. We truly loved it. Thank you 🇻🇳👍
@@WhatThePho You can call it "organized chaos" a complex situation or process that appears chaotic while still having enough order to achieve progress or goals
It's a soul crushing to work for US corporations. It's a constant pressure of chasing the #, monthly review, quarter review, midyear review....and endless meetings. It's exhausted. I'm glad you're happy in Vietnam.
Working in Corporate America is an opportunity to reach the next level in your career. Most of SP500 CEO are a member of the company for 20-30 years. And you know, when you get to the director level or above, we are talking about millions of dollar in salary and stock. Do you give millions of dollars to an employee and not expect the best from them?
@hoang le you sound lazy. youre being paid to perform tasks and they expect ya to deliver the results with expediancy. are you expecting to show up work and then get pay without performing your daily job duty? be grateful to have a job that brings foods to the table. an average vietnamese with a western college degree can earn up to $22k USD annually and if youre multi lingual working in service industry for foreign company in VN ehich can earn up to $30k USD annually. ya think you can survive in VN with your current skillsets? believe it or not, working in corporate environment @VIETNAM have similiat pressure and challenges. majaority of the Vietnamese people dont have the luxury of whining and complain about their jobz cas they NEED the job to support their family and bring foods to the table. think hard and try to be grateful
I’m really proud of you Van, you’re absolutely right about American life. However, wherever you can make good money & feel peace & have loved ones- that’s where you should belong to.
Van, you are right about the US. I came to Saigon, Vietnam in 2015 and I have not spent one day of homesickness pining to return. Vietnam taught me how to live. I am happy and I feel totally healthy and rested. It is going on seven years and I am looking forward to getting more life in living my life here. The winter climate in Saigon is a little different than Danang, where I now live, yet I love the tranquility and peace of mind. Thank you for your video.
Anti-China rhetoric is inevitably increasing in the States. Hope that those American racists can 100% correctly distinguish between Vietnamese, Japanese, Skoreans and Chinese.
@@oceanwave4502 Sorry wave, as a American our good old racist here cannot tell the difference. Everyone is Chinese to them, and the hatred as well. Yes racism against all Asians has gone up a lot the last two years.
@@markcampbell8158 Sadly true: xenophobia spawned and held by the right wingers. And I think most of the bottom feeders who hold these views can't even give a good reason for it.
@@wintercomesearly Trump took all this trash and brought it out in the open. Racist people and acts have been with us since the nation was founded. It must be handled , and it’s always wrong.
Amazing, I totally agree with you. I lived in China for 3 years, teaching English and making music, it was good but I decided to change up my life, now I’m back in America for the summer but I want to go to Vietnam for a year. Love your videos and hope to experience your amazing country in the future.
How wonderful, you have seen the light! You should be very proud of yourself. I moved from South Africa to South East Asia in 2017, mainly because of the lack of opportunity in my country, and also because of racism and violent crime. But, living in Vietnam especially, has change my life completely. It's a beautiful country, with friendly kind people wherever I go. Yes, America as a destination for Immigration and study, has always been top of the list for many Vietnsmese, but exchanging American culture and their way of life for that of Vietnam, can not be easy. Best of luck with your endeavors!
I just discovered your channel. I was in your beautiful country just once, for six weeks, as an IAEA expert teaching programming to physicists in Da Lat and Saigon. It was many years ago (fifteenth anniversary of that famous last helicopter from the US embassy was being celebrated) and the country opened up economically (and partially politically) perhaps three years earlier. But the energy and entrepreneurial spirit you describe was everywhere, and my students were extremely quick learners. Also friendliness, relaxed outlook on life (but not quite Latin America-like relaxed) prevailed... I enjoyed that stay immensely, and now that I am about to retire I should definitely revisit, this time at leisure.
It's like the old saying "there's no place like home", I live in Australia and know a few Vietnamese, 1 came as a young boy with his family as refugees, he said it was scary on an old boat and beating approached by pirates, he has done well with his life, he is married to a Vietnamese woman and have just opened their second food shop, all the Vietnamese people I know the hardest workers I know, I buy a breadroll every day from a Vietnamese Bakery which is open every day of the year even Christmas day and they are the nicest people
Vietnam is going to take off like a rocket in the foreseeable years. Your timing is perfect. This is your time to do a lot and accomplish a lot. Good luck
I left Vietnam 10 years ago to live in Sweden with my parents. After returning to Vietnam on holiday during the summer of this year, my thoughts on Vietnam have changed completely . Before moving to Europe back in 2011 , all i did was go to school in Vietnam and schools in Vietnam were strict and a whole other level of hard. So i didn't quite experience Vietnam as much. Now that i have grown up and experience the world more , my plan is to move back to Vietnam and start a business
Such a brilliant and honest video! It's more important to be happy in life, spend time with people, and work hard at what you love rather than being busy and stressed so that rich employers keep getting richer while treating their employees like trash.
I am glad I watch this video today to see a young, beautiful, educated, talented young lady to come back to her root after years of studying, working and living in the US. With your education and enthusiasm you can participate in helping this country to develope and becoming stronger and better in the future. I had been living and working overseas in an English speaking country for 27 years but I never felt at home there, therefore, I decided to come back to Vietnam right after retiring from work. I have been back since 2007 and am living a happy, satisfying retirement life so far, I am certain that it will go on for the rest of my time. I have no doubt that you will have a bright, successful and satisfactory future in Vietnam. Many thanks.
honest review, i'm impressed. we are planning to visit vietname this year and was trying to find good vietnamese youtuber who lived in vietname but didn't get anything. today i have seen you video and it was so good.
I went to Vietnam for a week vacation with my family. I still remember it as my most memorable experience in South East Asia. Being at the Hoan Kiem lake area over the weekend, with the streets closed to traffic and all the people enjoying time on the streets, made me feel so reconnected with humanity. Really an eye opener at how life should be lived.
Such a polite way to express that the ‘American Dream’ is just that, a dream! Strive for happiness & balance, not wealth. Can’t wIt to hear more from your thank you 🙏 regards Tony
The median American household income is nearly the highest in the world. There is still more freedom in many states in America than in nearly the entire rest of the world. But if you don't like financial success and freedom, that's fine.
Thank you Van for such an inspiring video. It really made me feel more confident about my decision to come back to our beautiful Vietnam. Stay healthy and safe!
Life is an experience. Live the way you want to live. Help others while you can. I have a few cousins who were born and grew up in Germany. 5 years ago, they decided to move to VN as expats. They got a good job in VN. They’re enjoying and loving it. I, myself have been going back and forth to VN every year. Cause I have some business in VN. Soon, I’ll be moving back there for a long time. Good luck with your new adventures!
@@YenNguyen-yu5dc I’m still staying in Germany right now and waiting for the emergency flight. Yes. Thank you. I love what you said. It’s like “Love people and use things because the opposite never work”. Sharing love and helps are things that we all should learn ;)
Totally agree with you on everything ! Lived in the US for 13 years I’m a German living my “American dream “ here in Asia ! Been here for 15 years and don’t regret it at all !
Thank you for sharing your story. As a Việt Kiều born in the US, and has not yet been back to Việt Nam, I want to very much to see how the country is. I'll go as soon as it's safe from COVID. I heard the pandemic is hitting the country very hard right now and pray things will get better soon.
I am glad you found your path, which led you to return to your homeland. As you said, you have gained much experience, and returning home, you can help others with your work background and continue to grow. I am glad for you that being young and learning you have to decide what is best for you is important. Living up to other folks' expectations is stressful enough. You need to please no one but you a lone. Good luck to you.
I left USA 12 years ago for the same reasons. I was tired of working hard just to get by. I never saw the "American Dream". Now, I love the USA (born and raised) buy I know it has major problems. My parents keep trying to convince me to come back for more than just a few weeks and start laying out groundwork for a future there, nut I am very reluctant to so. I live in South Korea, where things seem much easier, more lucrative and not as stressful in my profession as it would be in the US (I'm an ESL teacher). I really know what it's like to travel to different places and I've seen alot of the world. Your life doesn't need to be as monotonous as it is in the west.
@@rgasta7765 before the pandemic, yes. Most places now are looking for people inside the country already. Bus you need to be college grad with no criminal record and can pass a drug test and medical checkup. You can still probably find some that will fly you in, but not as many as before
This video captures one of the main reasons why I adore and am envious of Vietnam. The land is beautiful. The people are kind and beautiful. The food is amazing....and beautiful lol. And I like the ambience. You can have a great nightlife and yet also set up a small business without the extreme pressure and stress brought by U.S. laws/taxes. Setting up your own hours and truly getting to know the locals and people around your community. Out here, it feels like everyone is doing their own thing and even the friends you make tend to be too busy to take time to invest in relationships/friendships. I would say the only benefit is the military culture. That feeling of being "protected" as an American around the world is awesome. Don't get me wrong too, I still enjoy the wonderful people I meet here - at least in Southern California, I feel I have met many people from around the world. Being close to Los Angeles, I get to experience cultures from around the world. Maybe to get that sense of community, you need to live in a small town. I think Vietnam kind of reminds me of when I visit Mexico. Everyone is enjoying themselves and living their best life. Making the best of things yet still living a life worth living.
@@preston74 Oh yeah, I completely forgot that Orange County has Little Saigon. I always drive to huntington beach and tune in to the Vietnamese radio. For some reason it never occured to me why the radio station works in that area best lol. It's so close to each other! I'll probably try tomorrow if not next Tuesday and make that detour. I secretly love that area of OC anyways so I'm sure I'll have a positive experience lol.
Vietnam is the land of opportunities. Just a few months ago I was homeless in America. Today I am a highly respected teacher in Vietnam. I have no problems getting women's phone numbers.
This is the most real and honest video I have seen. You are absolutely right about American life. It is hard here. Very competitive, hard, and people are always in a rush. It's not for everyone. Glad you made a decision that is best for you. Good luck!!
I just accidentally came across this clip and immediately loved the tittle. Thank you for sharing your opinion and experiences, your accent is just so adorable.
You're assessment of America is spot-on. I'm right at retirement age, and I have heard you say the Vietnamese people are very friendly, now I am thinking about checking it out.
David, remember the grass is always greener .... Don't be so quick to jump. As I posted previously, my wife is Vietnamese, we traveled to Nam many times. Just like all people, some are truly hospitable, some smile while they pick your pocket.
David Vietnam is an amazing country! My wife and I visited Vietnam for the first time in 2016. We were invited by friends that were going on vacation in Vietnam. But as a Vietnam veteran I was afraid the people would hate me! But I was 100%wrong the people were very friendly and welcoming. We returned a year later for a month and then a year and a half because of covid19 travel. In that time we came to realize that this was our happy place and where we wanted to spend the rest of our lives. We returned to the states and sold our house our cars and most of our belongings and moved to Vietnam! Absolutely the best decision we've ever made! We anticipate a long stress free retirement! We live in Hoi an a beautiful ancient city on the central coast with great weather! Not as hot as Ho chi Minh city in the summer and not as cold as Hanoi in the winter. The beach is nice and we're about 20 minutes south of Danang. So if you're thinking of retirement in Vietnam, come and visit. Keep an open mind (it can be a little bit of a culture shock )and you'll discover an amazing country with the friendliest people and one of the safest places on earth! It's also one of the most beautiful places on earth with a million of great places and things to do! Or a wonderful place to just relax and chill out! You won't regret it! ATB Sam and Margaret Adler from Hoi an, Vietnam
@@margaretadler6162 As I noted in a previous post, My wife is Vietnamese, I was a Marine, in country in 68. Vietnam is a lovely country, have visited many times to see family. I suspect your experience would be much different had you not had $. You do not point out the exceeding difficult life for the vast majority of Vietnamese.
I don’t know how she said the Vietnamese ppl are friendly! Unfortunately I didn’t see it for myself. Ok, I was born and raised in VN and went back in 2004 and was kinda lost in the city of Sai Gon….. long story short, I asked for directions and both times they ignored me and kept on walking. How sad was that?!! Never go back.
Van, it is evident to everyone watching your video, that you are intelligent and articulate, and you are an independent free spirit. You freely express your point of view, and your opinions are stated in a calm, polite, friendly, and forthright manner. You described America very well, and you also gave us some insights into the way Vietnamese people look at life. Hope you find happiness upon returning to your native land. Wishing you the best. God bless you. Thank you for sharing your honest thoughts on RU-vid.
I been studying in the US for 3 years now and I completely agree with everything you has to said. Sometimes the grass is not always greener on the other side.
Oh, STFU, @Kimberly Johnson! Quit being so foolishly protectionist! America has HUGE problems right now, and they are getting worse. We are no longer a great country, but that is because of the oligarchs currently trying their d@mndest to destroy our freedoms; to drive us into the ground by overworking us
Just watched your video. So happy you fully embraced your journey of wellness and wholeness. The six dimensions of wellness ,(physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, emotional and environmental,), are just aspects of ourselves that we need to nurture to be healthy. It sounds like you have intuitively answered to your own needs and are thriving. ❤. Keep taking good care of yourself and sharing your videos. I love learning about different cultures. 😊
I am a former boat person who only knew a few word of English , when I came to the States at the age of 17 , as an unaccompanied minor refugee . I do not know what life is like as a professional in Vietnam , but I love it here . I have met plenty of friends from work and went to plenty of happy hours in my younger days .
America is rich country because of the people working hard. I worked in Japan which is known as workaholic environment, but seeing how they work, not as hard as American. Love how you describe Vietnamese people and culture. They are very friendly, always smiling, helpful and really big heart when helping those in need. And the ladies are the most attractive in Asia. Agree %100 with the contain, nice work.
Thanks for a wonderful video! I'm still in the USA, where I was born and have spent my life, but one experience I can share that is related to yours: every time I changed jobs for a LOWER salary I ended up happier, but every time I changed jobs for a higher salary I was less happy! I concluded that the rat race isn't worth it.
That is a given. What the employer pays is what the employer gets. No employer would pay higher wage for lower productivity or for lower skill level. I had the exact same experience as yours and found out I was happier being worker bee than being a high pay manager politiking and wondering when I and my circle were going to be replaced by the new management.
Thanks for the video. I came to the United States from Vietnam when I was very young. I know very little of Vietnam but have visited a few times with my family. I fell in love with Vietnam and learned Vietnamese through music. I'm currently trying to figure out if I could transition from America to Vietnam and if that's truly what I need in life to experience happiness. I really enjoy the atmosphere, people, and love the food. I love America as well but need to decide where I should work towards to spend the rest of my life. I really appreciate and enjoy your videos.
You're truly smart, and good luck with your journey in your own country, I was on Vietnam during war, and even at the time of war I saw the enormous potential of the people and the beauty of the country my comrades mostly had no notice of these characteristics of Vietnam but the Vietnamese who came to this country the US as both people refugees have proven that the Vietnamese mind let me rephrase that if Vietnamese mentality leave them to success and I saw doctors who were working menial jobs until they could qualify and reinstate their doctor credentials to work in America I often wanted to go back to Vietnam after the war and I never got to make it but I understand your thoughts and what you are saying so good luck in your endeavors thanks for your video
That has been our exact experience of the Vietnamese people in the last 3 years that we've been here. Especially throughout these difficult times, they have really shone brighter than the brightest stars! They are, as you say - real, curious, kind and friendly. You have undoubtedly made the right move. My partner and I thank our lucky stars that we have found ourselves in this amazingly beautiful and harmonious country with the most amazing people in the world! A true privilege. We love Vietnam so much! The traffic flow and people connection you made is such an apt one:)
@@earlysda bỏ xuyên tạc đi nhé ở VN mọi người tự do tôn giáo, nhà thờ ở viwejt nam cũng rất nhiều. Nhưng đừng có làm điều ngu ngốc về chính trị hay chống đối nhà nước còn lại thì thoả mái.
I wish I could do the same. Born in Saigon, emigrated to US at 14, currently Civil Engineer with NYSDOT. As you said, I wouldn't want to politicize your video or your channel, but with all the shootings going on in America, moving back to Vietnam is becoming more and more enticing.
I visited Viet Nam a couple years ago and absolutely loved it. The people, the nature, the food, the spirit of the country in general. Wouldn't mind living there, maybe I'll try to do a semester or year of study there if the opportunity presents itself. Only problem is that as a Norwegian I found the traffic absolutely horrifying :P . But I suppose I'll grow used to that if I live there.
It’s all about giving oneself a chance to be happy and embracing all necessary changes on the journey of life in order to find our own sense of contentment. May you fare you well young lady.
Going to U.S is a dream bubble which poops pretty soon when you start living there. My 2 friends went to U.S for Higher studies. The reality is that getting jobs there is super difficult and the most shocking thing for me was one one of my friend there met with a small accident while playing tennis and broke her leg. To my utter surprise she was not treated till a week as she needed to get an appointment first and then would have got the treatment done. Although she was in immense pain she could do nothing. Her mother wanted to visit her in this time of distress and applied for a visa and she got a waiting period of 3 years. In our country we get immediate medical treatment for cases like this. The U.S looks a wonderland only in movies but the reality is totally different.
Congrats Van. You are the first vlogger ever who has positively influenced me to “buy you coffee”. You are already successful and I am eagerly waiting to share more of your successes in the future through SM including RU-vid. I am confident that more blessings will come your way. Thank you and stay safe.
Loved your vlog. This is how I remember life being and if I was starting out again I would do exactly what you are doing. Everything you mentioned resonated with me. Happiness is in the day to day interactions we have in our lives - hanging out with your friends over a nice lunch, naps, being able to step outside your house and having tons of people to interact with. You made the best decision- congratulations and best of luck to you!!
I am from Malaysia. I have been to HCMC, Dalat & Nha Trang. I am very impressed with the Vietnamese people and the country natural landscapes. I believe you have made the right choice to move back to Vietnam, the country is developing at a fast pace. Tourism in Vietnam is also flourishing. Vietnam is likely to be the next Tiger of Asean if not Asia.
You're doing a brilliant job with your videos. I wish all the best and success with your ventures in Vietnam. This is my 13th year living in Vietnam and although I have retired as an Entertainer I am kept busy with my charity work.
I am glad that Van found happiness in Vietnam. I don't normally leave comments but feel that I have to on this Vblog and point out a few flaws in this video. I am an immigrant from Vietnam, just like Van I am US-educated and currently live and work in the US. 1st. Van does not come from an "average - middle class" family in Vietnam but a very wealthy and possibly very politically connected. Considering out-of-state tuition is $62K @ Michigan State and $73K @ Michigan without financial aid or scholarship. That is very expensive for an average American family let alone for someone from a country where most people make less than $1000/month. 2nd. The US and all the other advanced economies have statistics on everything from GDP, CPI, weekly employment reports... and of course 8 hours shifts and 3 shifts/day. If you have 1.5 hours of nap and everyone "Nhau" every day then the question is what is the productivity of that individual let alone a big hangover the following day. An investment is the same in a factory that runs 1 shift in Vietnam (factoring nap time and long lunch break) vs. a factory that runs 3 shifts 24/7. Which factory produces more or better return on investment (ROI)? As a business person, it is obvious a factory that runs 24/7 produces more and is better for the nation's economy and GDP. That is the price we have to pay to live in a productive economy. 3rd I do agree with Van that there are many great opportunities in Vietnam especially for those with a US diploma and who speak fluent English. Even better if your family is connected. 4th As Covid 19 spreads in Vietnam (Delta variant) throughout the country and lack of vaccine, many young people like Van begin to question the wisdom of leaving the USA for Vietnam. The bottom line is Van is a very lucky girl whoever marries Van is a very lucky man.
Hi anh/chi, I respect your point of view. However, let me clarify your assumption, I didn't come from a "wealthy" family like you said. I went to a community college then transferred to a university in Michigan, plus I got 80% scholarship, therefore, my tuition was less than $5000 every year, for 2 years, I only paid $2000/year for tuition. I worked 20 hours per week during school year and 40hrs/ week in the summer so I had enough money to for rent. Plus, I took AP class and squeezed 2 majors in 4 years so I saved tons of money to not have to take extra classes. I don't need to explain myself but just want to say that you don't need to come from a super rich family to come to America. If you have a clear plan and perseverance, you can make it. In the end, life is short, live a life that's worth it :)
@@WhatThePho Thanks for laying out your finances - showing that you do not have to have great wealth to get an education in America. Also, you will be of immense value to Vietnam with your articulate insight. I also hope your RU-vid work is remunerative. My only experience was a dozen years ago working on the lot transfer integration between Intel's Fabs & the 'new' Vietnam site (which was scaled to take over the work of 4 other sites) ---- after working w/ the Malaysian sites. Do you think your career path will allow you to leverage your finance degree --- any further education at Master's or MBA type level? Anyway much success!! i hope you take advantage of your education & drive to maybe visit the USA again.
@@WhatThePho wow. Your so insightful. At 51 I finally found what to do with my life. Seeing how short it is and time goes by quicker as one ages. Love your honesty and passion! I’m rooting for you! Your family are very lucky to have you as a daughter! I’m glad you make them proud. I don’t know you sister. But I’m proud of you!
I’ve traveled to HCMC a few times after living in US for decades and I couldn’t agree with you more. I love the overall vibe there. Anyway, well said…keep shining 😊.
Hi Van, I love your video so much. You’re so brave for bringing up the controversial topic about staying in the US or leaving the US. Whenever I mentioned about going back to Vietnam, my family and friends were always against it. I mean US is definitely the “land of opportunities”, but for me, it is not. So why do I have to squeeze myself into this little box so full of people and yet, no opportunity for me? Vietnamese people always judge the international students who return to Vietnam as “losers or failures”, and I always hate that idea. Vietnam is so developed now compared to 5 or 10 years ago, and the Vietnamese just don’t recognize it themselves. At the end, it is still your choice and your life, so why you have to listen to others when it makes no sense? Anyway, thanks Van for making this video 🥰
Kate, As a US citizen, I can say with confidence that the US is not the land of opportunities it once was. In fact, I believe many other countries around the world that would be thought of as "3rd world" countries have in fact caught up to the US in many ways, including infrastructure and opportunity. Obviously I don't know if you decided to return to Vietnam, but if you do decide to do that, do not be ashamed of your decision and reject those who criticize you for doing so. I am an older American, and I plan to leave the US myself. I can see myself being happy in places like Vietnam. Do what is best for you, and to hell with what anyone else thinks.
I’m from the USA and I feel more at home in Vietnam. I’ve been living there for the last 5 years and wish I could stay. Unfortunately because of Covid I had to leave. Everyday I wish I could go back.
What you say as a young person has a lot of wisdom. As an old person, I found professional life in the US as super-hectic. I had no time for friends. They piled on too much work and you had to do it or else. They took half of my money in taxes. I am retired now. If you say hello to neighbors, they rarely reply. Nobody is curious about me and I have lived an interesting life. People are in their own bubbles. They don't know you nor do they want to. They don't like conversations. They are too busy. If you say more than a sentence, they sigh. The rent goes up by hundreds of dollars per month each year. If you get sick, you can be wiped out. You are scared that you'll be homeless soon because housing is so expensive. You probably do not have the freedom to comment on this next question, but I would be worried about Vietnam's Communist government (although US Marxists are on the rise and authoritarianism is quickly being established here).What about diseases such as dengue and malaria? We have Lyme disease here though.
I travelled to Vietnam in 2009. As everyone says here, it felt freeer there than here in Australia or any other western country I've travelled to. A sense of family and community. There was none of this woke progressive BS there then. Communist or not, I can only put it down to them being a developing country. They just don't have the money coming in via taxes to implement endless bureaucracy and rules and run peoples lives. I'm going back in February next year. So I really hope that feeling of being free is still in the air! I'll cry is I go back and find they're marching towards the same catastrophic agenda the west is heading towards of climate alarism, aka follow the climate $$$cience, big governemt, rampart socialism where every thing is the goverments responsibility to fix your every little problem, progressive politics, political correctness and the Alphabet mafia brigade as I like to call them in Australia.
Why would you be worried about the government of Vietnam? If you're not breaking the law they leave you alone, just like any other country. So what if its communist? At least it's their own government not a foreign invader. I lived in communist Laos for a while and whenever we talked about democracy it was with an eye on the seething chaos of democracy in neighbouring Thailand. A Lao colleague simply told me "Why would anyone want that? We like it peaceful here"
Chính quyền cộng sản việt nam họ rất tốt. Tốt hơng nhiều các nước tư bản và đa đảng. Trên tay cảnh sát họ không bao giờ có khẩu súng như các nước là bạn biết rồi đấy. Đất nước việt nam họ có một khẩu hiệu rằng chính phủ luôn do dân, vì dân và lo cho dân tốt đẹp
Life is great in Vietnam if you have the money. Just try it being poor in Vietnam where you don't have any kind of welfare support poor people have in the US. A typical Vietnamese worker makes $200-300 a month in Saigon. Can you imagine how people try to budget that just for room, food, transportation? No need to think about entertainment. And when you lose your job, like it is now during COVID lockdowns, you're .......... America is called a land of opportunities for a reason. For a person who doesn't come from a well off family, who doesn't have connections, he/she can still make it in America. He/she can still get a very comfortable life, if not rich, in America. All that required are hard work and determination. That's not the case in Vietnam.
So if you are or planning to be a homeless individual, it is better join the crowd in Oakland, or San Francisco or other beautiful spots in California. It is great in anywhere if you have money.
caroad2008 those homeless people chose to be homeless and not take advantage of the many problems the government have… no one go hungry in America .. if they are they choose that
@@caroad2008 obviously you haven't seen or met a homeless person in Vietnam. Try to get out of your bubble a little bit. A homeless person in America still has the option of shelters with hot meals, and if he goes to the ER, he'd still get treated. A homeless person in Vietnam has no such options, nothing, nada.
America is so overated and I have lived9 in some of the best places; Seattle, Santa Monica, Hollywood Hills Bev Hills. Left in 88, no regrets. Now in Hanoi 4 years and very comfortable here.
@@bjdober wow! Why would you be so limiting in your thinking and call the West Coast, some of the most lived in and populous places, "the entire west coast" as bad. That's just not possible. Certain cities, maybe some counties...but entire West Coast?
the US has some severe problems, but what it's about is not over rated, it is why endless people came here for a better life, they achieved that, and then with selfishness and the government not being accountable we have no trust in government. But people can still start a business and do many things here other countries can't do. However people are leaving in the droves from NYC and CA for crimes and taxes.
As a Filipino, I can relate to this. Actually, replace Vietnam with Philippines and it's the exact same story. I'm also a foodie and I like making new friends, so moving to America waa very tough emotionally. I can fully understand the dilemma.
No no Philippines is way better in term of freedom that was why half million Vietnamese boat people risked their lives to Philippines in the 80's. So don't compare it to Vietnam and I'm a Vietnamese.
@@locdoan8762 your name look like chinese.do you need VNP to post you statement here ? In VietNam We don't need VNP to engage some american media.is that enough freedom ? What more types of "freedom" should we add in our society ? Freedom of speech or freedom of owning guns,it probably look cool,it sound chill!!! And freedom of cannabis? Medication kill cancer.please tell us !!!
You don’t have any accent for a foreign student living and studying in the US for 8 years. I am very impressed. You are right Americans life is very stressful. It’s all about time management. In Vietnam life is relaxed. About the afternoon naps, yeah, that is awesome. I am thinking of living out my retirement in VN. I might increase my life expectancy and $$ wallet due to lower cost of living.
Thankyou Van you are wise beyond your years and I have lived and witnessed everything you discussed in your video. I have been living in Australia and New Zealand for all of my life and it wasn’t until I was stuck in Vietnam for the entire 2020 that I realized that Beautiful Hanoi is where I needed to invest and build my future. The lifestyle is great the food delicious and people are very friendly and industrious. I’m looking forward to getting back to my beautiful fiancé as soon as international travel resumes. I look forward to your next videos.
