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Woman Living Off-Grid on a Remote Island - 2 Years in a Small Cabin 

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Amanda lives alone in an off-grid cabin on a remote island in British Columbia. She previously lived on a sailboat in Vancouver for 8 years and then headed North with her boat. She eventually wanted to move onto land because her dog Buttercup was getting older and after searching online, she connected with the owners of an island who were looking for a caretaker to keep an eye on things.
So for the past two years, Amanda has lived solo on the island (aside from a couple of months in the summer when the owners and cabin guests are visiting) and she has taken care of everything from splitting and stacking firewood, maintaining the lawn, running the generators, and a lot more! It's a big job and she does most of her caretaker tasks in the morning and in the afternoons she works remotely as a web designer. She also has a great RU-vid channel that she uses to document her liveaboard and off-grid lifestyles.
You can follow and find out more about Amanda's off-grid island life here:
/ @amandaoffgrid
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A huge thank you to Amanda, Lukáš, and the island owners for making this video happen!!
And a huge thank you to you for watching :) :)
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@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching! You can follow Amanda Off-Grid here: www.youtube.com/@AmandaOffGrid www.tiktok.com/@amandaoffgrid facebook.com/amandaoffgrid
@subhashnaidu6520
@subhashnaidu6520 Месяц назад
❤❤❤from fiji island ❤❤❤
@personalitydevelopment740
@personalitydevelopment740 Месяц назад
Fantastic, you are an amazing soul, self made woman, great inspiration
@alangeorge7347
@alangeorge7347 12 дней назад
My wife and I are ready
@Michelle_Emm
@Michelle_Emm 4 месяца назад
I have so much admiration for people who are not afraid to step outside the box. Amazing woman, amazing life.
@stpeter2214
@stpeter2214 4 месяца назад
me too she rocks
@JuanBarberis
@JuanBarberis 4 месяца назад
JUST do it!
@ShadaeCooper144
@ShadaeCooper144 3 месяца назад
Its not stepping outside the box this is how our ancestors where living before all this technology. This is how we are suppose to live. Technology has done nothing but ruined everything and made people greedy n prideful.
@computerjantje
@computerjantje 2 месяца назад
Maybe it is time for you to step out of the box if you admire it?
@Michelle_Emm
@Michelle_Emm 2 месяца назад
@computerjantje oh heavens no, I love my life in the subtropics surrounded by family, friends, beaches and rainforest. If there's one thing I've learnt as I've got older it's that just because something is beautiful/exciting etc doesn't mean I need to own it or do it. I can admire and appreciate and then move on.
@Albert-Mag...
@Albert-Mag... 2 месяца назад
I lived off the grid on my 20 acres with a small creek down the middle in the high mountains of BC Canada. for 20 years. with my wife and ended up with 4 children..The closest neighbour was about 5 miles away, down the valley..It was a wonderful way to live and raise a family..The kids are all in their late 20s and 30s now and Love the outdoors ..I put all their names on the deed and now I live Down near Vancouver BC..I'm 70 years old now and very content with the life I lived...God bless this spirited woman for having the will to live her life the way she loves... Wishing for worldwide peace...and hearts of love.....
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 2 месяца назад
Amazing... lucky kids!!!
@Albert-Mag...
@Albert-Mag... 2 месяца назад
@@AmandaOffGrid Thanks Amanda...Yes. we ended up with 4 lovely kids by the time we figured out what was causing it......
@tico9861
@tico9861 Месяц назад
Generational wealth is ❤️
@LiveLifeLove63
@LiveLifeLove63 Месяц назад
Amen
@TrappedInTheNorth
@TrappedInTheNorth 20 дней назад
Did you ever see Bigfoot ?
@katoukanga9488
@katoukanga9488 4 месяца назад
She's not lonely because she's in tuned with herself. The person you'll live with the most in your lifetime is yourself. So be your own best friend and you will never be lonely. She's rockin' that island life🙏💞
@lenorawadsworth5883
@lenorawadsworth5883 Месяц назад
So true
@user-ow3xu3go1g
@user-ow3xu3go1g Месяц назад
I get hassled because I like being alone, it's peaceful and can get things done, not around bad people into my life.
@user-dt3og1wy8k
@user-dt3og1wy8k Месяц назад
Walking thru Lyfe in Nature ❤with God❤No one is ever really alone😊
@ibringtherain7669
@ibringtherain7669 8 дней назад
💯💯💯🙏
@hoosierbaddy3052
@hoosierbaddy3052 7 дней назад
@@user-ow3xu3go1g good for you! 👏 Doesn’t ultimately matter what others think about you. Let’s just say it’s none of our biz what folks think about us
@svamberiv7999
@svamberiv7999 5 месяцев назад
What a great video. Nice to see our neighbor here. My husband and I live close by on our sailboat and it's been such a pleasure getting to know Amanda. Our boat lifestyle takes us to so many tiny communities and anchourages. It's nice to have a friend like Amanda in these communities when we find ourselves exploring or just getting out of the way of a storm. ❤
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
That is awesome! You live in such a beautiful part of the world. Thanks for checking out the video :)
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 4 месяца назад
❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤
@dadejazzba402
@dadejazzba402 4 месяца назад
@@AmandaOffGrid Hey...Amanda...hi
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 3 месяца назад
👋@@dadejazzba402
@cyprus-selectestates
@cyprus-selectestates 8 дней назад
@@AmandaOffGrid❤
@Vantasticviews2
@Vantasticviews2 5 месяцев назад
This young lady is hard worker living her best life. Go girl!
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
For sure it can't be easy doing all that work and the isolation is definitely not for everyone. She seems to be thriving in that type of lifestyle though! Thanks for your comment :)
@swoondrones
@swoondrones 4 месяца назад
I totally get it! I have a third hero! Fabulous! And I'm the first person to comment?! Awesome!!! :-)
@72marshflower15
@72marshflower15 Месяц назад
It’s fun til you can’t leave when you want to. Work trade is usually a form of indentured servitude. Glad,it worked for her, though. There’s always exceptions.
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 13 часов назад
@@72marshflower15 Work trade?! Who's trading work for living off-grid? This isn't some casual exchange of chores for room and board. No, sir. This is a paid gig, and it's serious business.
@72marshflower15
@72marshflower15 11 часов назад
@@AmandaOffGrid ~ well, I guess you just don’t know about “off grid grifting”.. Lucky you..
@nicoleholst0612
@nicoleholst0612 4 месяца назад
Mad that no one told me this is a job at high school career day because this is the dream. Love it for her!
@Freedom-dq8rn
@Freedom-dq8rn Месяц назад
Right?
@christy76840
@christy76840 Месяц назад
I absolutely agree 💯. No one needs much to be happy. It's an egotistical issue that prevents ppl from living like this. The second I get enough money to buy/ or have made something like this, I'M GONE!
@AllTheHappySquirrels
@AllTheHappySquirrels 23 дня назад
Same!
@nikkihorn3852
@nikkihorn3852 Час назад
They left out loads of good stuff.
@hollamonE
@hollamonE 5 месяцев назад
Lonely is a state of mind. She is increasing her life expectancy and mental health wellness.
@joewoodchuck3824
@joewoodchuck3824 5 месяцев назад
Words of wisdom right there.
@robertmuckle2985
@robertmuckle2985 3 месяца назад
Having lived off grid for many years, I would tend to disagree. The data would show that a lack of regular health care, including dentistry will shorten ones life expectancy. Oftentimes a minor health issue will be 'toughed out' rather than addressed, which can lead to an exacerbated decline in overall health. This lifestyle appears (to the uninitiated) to be filled with endless days of serenity and solitude...whereas in reality, it's labour intensive, lonely, and extremely dangerous...and just staying warm is a full time occupatipn. I'd give most humans a month before they're desperate for takeout and a Starbucks😂
@Pomegranately_aha
@Pomegranately_aha 3 месяца назад
Couldn't agree more , her life is healthy and wealthy.
@Lionforaday
@Lionforaday 3 месяца назад
Research suggests otherwise, showing that married people live longer. Nonetheless, I'd agree she seems to have carved-out a niche for herself and appears content.
@isabellejaubert-fried1622
@isabellejaubert-fried1622 3 месяца назад
@@robertmuckle2985 Starbucks and takeout with little exception are highly addictive laden in toxins 🤢🤮waste of time/money, so what was your point?
@soonheaven
@soonheaven Месяц назад
"I miss the smelly, trash filled streets, polluted air and water, lack of space, violence, drugs, crime, cops, noise, disrepect, neighbors, I would encounter in the city." Said no one ever.
@jamesrjohanniii774
@jamesrjohanniii774 18 дней назад
I do miss New York ! I never realized it until I read what you summed up so well !!👍🏽
@mg4721
@mg4721 3 месяца назад
The older I get, the less I need others. Solitude is my favorite place. I used to run run run, in the city, now I have just about all I need in a small town. Crazy.
@BabaZaynDiocious
@BabaZaynDiocious 2 месяца назад
She seems wonderfully detached from material possessions. What an inspiring arc.❤
@wildflowerwind6941
@wildflowerwind6941 2 месяца назад
This woman is fearless. It takes a lot of courage to go out on your own.
@bradbates2339
@bradbates2339 2 месяца назад
The independence needed for this is phenomenal. Truly takes someone special.
@user-sk7zc1fc5u
@user-sk7zc1fc5u Месяц назад
Some people just enjoy solitude. My wife died a year ago. My life of teaching in one-teacher schools and in the sticks were hard on her but not me. I grew up on an island. Lately friends thing I should be looking for a companion, but I'm happy the way I am and I don't think many women would like to live my back-to-the land lifestyle. I live 5 driving hours from the nearest interstate and 2 driving hours to the nearest Costco. But having traveled many times up the coast and seen so many of the BC coastal islands and the waterfalls and the animals and the orcas, I wished I could have spent time on the BC Coast. But I lived on the American San Juans which are an extension of the Canadian San Juans. We high school kids couldn't wait to get off the "rock", but now I am so glad I had that life and understand so well Amanda's life. Thanks, Amanda.
@phantomreefer3684
@phantomreefer3684 Месяц назад
I spent 9 months alone in the Montana wilderness, it was the best time of my life.
@TonyRoberts45503
@TonyRoberts45503 2 месяца назад
I just looked thru a few comments. Some of the first ones I will respond to. Like one person said you’re not off grid if you use a cell phone, another said you’re not off grid if you’re on RU-vid. I guess more people should do some research on what off grid is. You live in the middle of nowhere and you supply your own power like wind or solar. You have no public utilities like water, gas, sewer or electric. There are many people that have RU-vid channels that live off grid. Like when I camped in the Desert for 12 months in the middle of nowhere. Sure I had my cell phone I used wind and solar for power. I truly love that lifestyle. You are living my dream Amanda.
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 13 часов назад
Yaaaaas! Just because you've got internet and cell service (which, by the way, I don't have), it doesn't disqualify you from living off-grid. Some purists might argue that true off-grid living means cutting ties with all things digital, but let's be real here: in today's world, staying connected is more of a necessity than a luxury. When you're out in the middle of nowhere and you need help, having a lifeline to the outside world can save your life.
@karinamartinez9441
@karinamartinez9441 4 месяца назад
Not having to depend on anything or anybody and still be happy shows how strong and golden her spirit is. The world needs more people with her mentality….
@sameguyagain
@sameguyagain 4 месяца назад
Most people Don't live their lives on their own terms. Amanda is NOT that person. She has the strength and will to live how and where she wants and is crushing it. Its amazing to witness true freedom.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@wvusciguy
@wvusciguy 4 месяца назад
The owners of that island are lucky to have found someone for the job. Seems very busy.
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 4 месяца назад
It's true, they are lucky, Amanda seems like a hard worker that they can really count on! Thanks for watching :)
@zebaotelohim3768
@zebaotelohim3768 Месяц назад
They certainly don't do any work themselves! Nobles or heirs... Expropriate immediately!
@soulvibrations111
@soulvibrations111 Месяц назад
@@zebaotelohim3768 The owners actually own a business on Vancouver Island and work very hard.
@AllTheHappySquirrels
@AllTheHappySquirrels 23 дня назад
If Amanda ever retires, I would love to take her place!
@soulvibrations111
@soulvibrations111 21 день назад
@@AllTheHappySquirrels It is a pretty great place, my son was caretaker there for two years prior to Amanda and I had the good fortune to visit a few times.
@canders8779
@canders8779 Месяц назад
I had first discovered this gal when she was in my neck of the woods coming in on her zodiac for supplies. I was amazed that she was living on a small sail boat with such a large dog ! We are all so controlled by a fake concept called money and a world that is literally spinning out of control it's not going to affect this woman much. You simply can't put a price on what she has seen and experienced. Take good care everyone.
@MP-zf7kg
@MP-zf7kg 3 месяца назад
Good job of not overly romanticizing it. When you heat with wood or coal, it's constant work.
@user-sk7zc1fc5u
@user-sk7zc1fc5u Месяц назад
Move out in the rural mountain west and you can experience a lot of that kind of life.
@jacobmeis1249
@jacobmeis1249 4 дня назад
3 years only wood, a lot of the time im just too lazy and wear down pants and jacket inside
@silver_fox_4297
@silver_fox_4297 4 месяца назад
As a biologist, and vet tech, I must say that Amanda got my dream job :) I am loner and I love the outdoors. Awesome work Amanda!!!!! Thanks @exploringalternatives for interviewing Amanda! Now she got a new follower at her youtube channel :)
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 4 месяца назад
Thanks so much, I'm happy you enjoyed Amanda's interview! We had a great time editing the video and telling her story :)
@designpropertyservices1232
@designpropertyservices1232 4 месяца назад
Get out there and do it...live each day like your last day.
@IslandKate
@IslandKate 5 месяцев назад
She's living my dream but I am nowhere near as capable as she is. Much respect ❤️
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 5 месяцев назад
yes you are!!!! ❤
@revdupartist9386
@revdupartist9386 4 месяца назад
@@AmandaOffGrid Some folks are barred from this kind of life experience due to physical restrictions. I am one of them. I am on an ‘island’ of sorts & I’ve got my own version of bears and cougars. Thank God we both have the internet!!!
@patriciag.6395
@patriciag.6395 4 месяца назад
@@AmandaOffGrid I am so sorry about Buttercup. This is a great video.
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 3 месяца назад
Thank you 🧡 @@patriciag.6395
@bonniel3679
@bonniel3679 4 месяца назад
Just when I think you've shown us all the 'unique living/lifestyle situations' you bring us Amanda. What a strong, independent person who not only found the lifestyle she loves, but at a time in her life it was needed. She is a true Renaissance woman.
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 4 месяца назад
Thanks so much for your comment! You're right, Amanda is indeed pretty awesome and we really enjoyed editing this video! Thanks for checking it out :)
@usmcmma
@usmcmma Месяц назад
I think those owners are lucky to have someone like her. It's gotta be tough to find someone you trust enough to take care of such a beautiful place.
@kencannuck
@kencannuck 5 месяцев назад
Somehow I lost track of you, Amanda. So glad you're back. Sorry to hear of the passing of your dog, Buttercup. She had a good life. Don't grieve. Till later. Keep well.
@Freedom-dq8rn
@Freedom-dq8rn Месяц назад
Oh my gosh girl. You are adorable. COURAGE, I wish I had had a wandering heart like yours, but more importantly, the COURAGE to follow your heart. I'm sorry for Buttercup's loss. I know the feeling, ... I don't think we ever get over the loss of beloved critters, we just get used to living without them. You're my hero.
@sailingsitka
@sailingsitka Месяц назад
Couldn’t agree more with Amanda. Buying a sailboat and moving on to her was the best decision I’ve ever made . Keep living life on your terms⛵️
@SoCalFreelance
@SoCalFreelance 4 месяца назад
Good honest work. The owners are lucky to have her. 👍
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 4 месяца назад
Absolutely they are lucky to have her! Thanks for checking out this video 😁
@bonniel3679
@bonniel3679 4 месяца назад
It sounds like they are lucky to have found each other.
@garryhalim5460
@garryhalim5460 Месяц назад
Does the owner pay salary to Her?
@ciro8861
@ciro8861 5 месяцев назад
as isolated as she is, many people would argue that they live in new york or at one time me in dc, surrounded by millions of people and you still feel very very lonely. anyway, lovely vid
@redheadedgypsy1939
@redheadedgypsy1939 5 месяцев назад
I hope she gets another dog (or 2), best company. Love her story she is blessed beyond comparison. I live alone & love it. Solitude is freedom, you have to really enjoy your own company. Subscribed to her channel to follow her progress. Thanks for sharing
@d.e.7467
@d.e.7467 4 месяца назад
Two of the right kind of dogs could protect her and even themselves from the bears and cougars. Myself, I'd get about 10 dogs.😂
@user-sc9lr6kz8t
@user-sc9lr6kz8t 4 месяца назад
She definitely needs another big dog-or two.
@redheadedgypsy1939
@redheadedgypsy1939 4 месяца назад
@@d.e.7467 I used to have 20 dogs ( 4 inside, the rest outside) when I had a small ranchito on the border in California - BEST security system the world, also had a mean goose that would chance them around the ranch ha!!!
@andiaforbes8332
@andiaforbes8332 4 месяца назад
​@@d.e.7467😅
@blackknite2436
@blackknite2436 2 месяца назад
​​@@redheadedgypsy1939 😂 beware of goose 🦆 best security system ❤
@finestliving7580
@finestliving7580 Месяц назад
Peace and solitude in a boat and living off-grid. Away from the tumult of the world. Thank you for this inspiring video.
@davidbuie3316
@davidbuie3316 4 месяца назад
Fantastic to see Amanda get some exposure. If you go back to the beginning of her channel, her sailboat videos are wonderful.
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 4 месяца назад
Thanks for checking out the video! And yes for sure, her channel is great, hope people go check it out :)
@greghall14
@greghall14 4 месяца назад
What an absolutely lovely lady, living out her dream.
@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc
@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc 2 месяца назад
So perfect (imho) … she’s enjoying her life … all the while … helping others … it’s a win-win ❤ all the best to her !
@RedHiker22
@RedHiker22 5 месяцев назад
I’d love to do her job. I’ve had enough of noise pollution and the busy city life. Since Covid I’ve seen a major change in the way people behave. Anxiety levels are through the roof. I just want the simple peaceful lifestyle
@Joe-uv9jo
@Joe-uv9jo Месяц назад
I've noticed that too. Seems like everyone is on edge, maybe covid just made people realise how depressing and awful the system is so now a lot of us are longing for a "simple" life.
@Contraster671
@Contraster671 Месяц назад
Fantastic human being, thank you Amanda. You are a marvel.
@SC-fk9nc
@SC-fk9nc 4 месяца назад
What a fantastic life in paradise! Good for you Amanda enjoy this lifetime opportunity! Sorry for the passing of your dog.
@kelleyhawk6595
@kelleyhawk6595 5 месяцев назад
An amazing beautiful young lady!!!! Hardworking while being rewarded with an incredible lifestyle!!!! Looking forward to following her journey!!!!
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy following Amanda's journey :)
@juliecreaser878
@juliecreaser878 Месяц назад
I live a similar lifestyle in the Land of the Whispering Hills north Alberta. The longer I live this way ; which has been over two decades... The more I love it. I have often said.... I am alone [with my dogs MezmerEyes, Willow and MelyAnne my cats and forest friends ], I am not lonely.
@heatherjorgensen1998
@heatherjorgensen1998 4 месяца назад
Loneliness is not a feeling that a person has to experience, it’s an agreed upon thing by some people, that’s all ☺️ Thank you for your lovely video!
@SkyLight-cv7eb
@SkyLight-cv7eb Месяц назад
She is living my dream life. It requires lot of courage and consistency which I lack. Wish her safe and best life always
@johninalaska9563
@johninalaska9563 4 месяца назад
Hi Amanda, sorry I missed this video. I am so sorry about Buttercups passing she had been a very good companion to you. A lot of people don't understand people like us. We love living remote, we love doing for ourselves and enjoy the peace and quiet. I have been doing it for 76 years and would never trade this lifestyle for anything or any money. It's really good to hear from you and hope you get back to making more videos. What's your new companions name? Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and Happy belated Solstice
@TravelSmallLiveBig
@TravelSmallLiveBig 4 месяца назад
Very cool! I loved when she said, “living off grid teaches you to be aware of what you are consuming” - so true. Liveaboard sailor & RVer here. The packaging after a grocery run is insane…. She’s amazing.
@dodgeplow
@dodgeplow 4 месяца назад
Wood for 3 buildings and while still having to burn some during the summer? And you have to harvest it from the water? And you have to do the groundskeeping? Wow that's a lot of work.
@jangraham9868
@jangraham9868 5 месяцев назад
Have missed seeing you Amanda, so sorry about Buttercup 😢
@b8autifullif8
@b8autifullif8 3 месяца назад
We, too, have a cabin in north BC, and we're the only ones there full year around, i actually split my time in the city, but my husband is retired, and he's here full time. He loves❤
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 3 месяца назад
That sounds amazing, you live in a beautiful part of the world! Thanks for checking out the video :)
@howardsimpson489
@howardsimpson489 Месяц назад
Hi, we lived off grid in the NZ bush. We had to start from scratch, build everything, home cabin, composting loos, solar and microhydro, regenerative gardens and fruit trees. After 20 years we were too old and tired. Do this while you are young with good eyesight and no health issues. Stuck in town now, doctor, super markets, power with just a switch, still preferred being in the bush.
@sharlenepage1572
@sharlenepage1572 2 месяца назад
I love her sense for freedom. Beautiful!
@danlane3944
@danlane3944 4 месяца назад
Good for you, Amanda. I lived in Alaska for 5 years and have always admired and respected self reliance since I've seen many examples of it there.
@dirceuvaladas9490
@dirceuvaladas9490 3 месяца назад
This girl is so nice. I bet she's living her best life❤
@lovinYah838
@lovinYah838 5 месяцев назад
Awww we love Amanda!❤ And we're so sorry about Buttercup! 😢 Looking forward to Amanda's next video!
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
Us too! We also look forward to Amanda's next video! Thanks for watching :)
@cathylynnpietranton
@cathylynnpietranton 5 месяцев назад
Wow she seems to enjoy this life style and is happy. A friend of mine told me once just because I live alone does not mean I'm lonely. Some people enjoy their own company. I'm happy for her. Thank you Matt and Danielle for sharing her story ❤❤❤
@gcxred4kat9
@gcxred4kat9 4 месяца назад
WOW, you're living my dream life Amanda!!! To anyone out there looking for a caretaker, I'm a 56 year old vet who's cut down hundreds of trees. Am in The Florida Native Plant Society and give foraging walks. Had rental property. Spent all my teenage years in Alaska, 3 in a log cabin. Can fix anything (was a jet mech in the navy)etc etc. My wife and I will plant you a food forest and manage it for you, just let us plop a tiny house in a remote corner of the property!
@missylew910
@missylew910 Месяц назад
Just bc ur alone doesnt mean ur lonely....
@MichaelStask
@MichaelStask 5 месяцев назад
Wonderful story. Thank you for sharing. I fully agree that off grid living makes you look at what you use whether it’s water or other. Stay safe and keep up the great work.
@tlee4218
@tlee4218 4 месяца назад
What a useful human life. Love it. To be alone with a purpose in a beautiful natural place. Wow Even the danger is invigorating bc it makes you more aware of every moment..cannot rush, must notice it all.. I hope you find another dog or one finds you. Unconditionally sharing life and love with a dog will keep your heart strong. x
@user-mb5sk9gm4l
@user-mb5sk9gm4l Месяц назад
Bravo! You are a tough lady, and I wish all the best for you and your future. I'm so sorry your dogs life ended. I believe we only change form, and your dog is now light energy, but still very much around you. Much love and light, Miriah
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid Месяц назад
I love that, thank you. I love thinking of Buttercup as 'light energy' around me ❤❤
@fredhoy6697
@fredhoy6697 5 месяцев назад
I could very easily see me living this lifestyle. I admire her for her spirit and getting it done attitude.ni especially liked the method of log retrieval.
@bsmartcoaching
@bsmartcoaching 4 месяца назад
She is a brave and unique person. I love this...not many people can say, "I can't even tell you the number of times I've walked outside, gone around the side of my cabin, and looked up and there's a bear right there...so that's a bit of a challenge." I love nature and the outdoors but bears and cougars by myself- oh my! I love her spirit!
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 4 месяца назад
Totally agree! Amanda is a pretty impressive person! Thanks for checking out the video and for your comment :)
@mildredmorine745
@mildredmorine745 4 месяца назад
I live on my own on a mountain by a lake surrounded by woods, have bears, foxes, coyotes, Bob cats, beavers, eagles, ducks, loons, etc. I love my life. I do all my work inside , out. I have to stack wood, have two large lots I now with a push mower for exercise. I clean my own wood stove, pipe out, shovel snow, etc. I love my life, never get lonely, depressed. I live my life doing what makes me happy, that is the secret, do what makes you happy no matter what any one thinks because its your life to live as you see fit. I think to many people live their lives to please others. I don't believe in controlling, there is no way I would allow another person to control me. I have to feel free, freedom is the only way to go with me. There are more people taking to this kind of living. I certainly admire Amanda, I can relate to her way of living. She has that beautiful boat, she is one remarkable woman that I am sure of.
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 3 месяца назад
🧡 @@mildredmorine745
@jayesh5131
@jayesh5131 5 месяцев назад
Damn ,She is livin the dream 🫡🥺
@vanzchristian2024
@vanzchristian2024 3 месяца назад
That's amazing. She's clearly enjoying it. I'm an introvert and would love to live like this
@user-fg9vg5hr9x
@user-fg9vg5hr9x Месяц назад
Amanda made the right call. Me and my family did the same thing back in 2008.
@Strngbru
@Strngbru 2 месяца назад
Really makes you stop and think about your life choices, how there are many options outside the normal boundaries. This young lady is doing it her way. Much respect.
@txspacemom765
@txspacemom765 4 месяца назад
Awww Buttercup!
@BeeKay4444
@BeeKay4444 4 месяца назад
This would be a dream scenario for me. Love the ocean and BC. I am at peace in my own company and would love this place. Stay safe out there lovely and know so many of us are living vicariously through you. 😂😊
@nicolelafontaine1720
@nicolelafontaine1720 5 месяцев назад
You must feel so connected to nature, it is beautiful !
@belindaknowles7440
@belindaknowles7440 5 месяцев назад
What an amazing place to live❤️
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
It does look absolutely beautiful!!
@bonnies9861
@bonnies9861 4 месяца назад
What a truly amazing woman you are ~ I can feel your peacefulness coming through this video, what a grand life you are living for yourself. Talk about strong - my goodness, it is quite impressive watching all the work you do lifting and splitting logs!! WOW! Sending you light, love, peace, joy and abundance always. I love you.
@jmurry6695
@jmurry6695 2 месяца назад
"Amanda" is a Latin word in the passive perphrastic grammatical construction and is literally translated: "she who must be loved". This lady Amanda is a lovely, competent woman.
@melodymadara1269
@melodymadara1269 2 месяца назад
I love her way of living. Being alone is not lonely
@paulineisadore7769
@paulineisadore7769 4 месяца назад
Hi Amanda I have you on the other amanda off grit too I was sure glad I found you again so sorry about you dog are uou getting another dog eventually well stay safe and well happy new year Amanda 🎉❤
@ChrisAndEmilie
@ChrisAndEmilie 4 месяца назад
Love this story! Our lifestyle is quite different on the surface, but we found so much inspiration in what you said and the freedom you have. We hope you can keep living the way you choose every day!
@alingtham7998
@alingtham7998 Месяц назад
Living in solitude ,a choice of living by some,is calm,peace,freedom……Never Lonely 🥰
@maryfolks9368
@maryfolks9368 4 месяца назад
Wow just wow! It takes a special kind of woman to live like she does. She's a hero to me because i would love to do this a few months a year. Im so happy she has no regrets, how amazing is that?! Great video 😊
@GDuncan8002
@GDuncan8002 4 месяца назад
What a privilege to live in such a place.
@Automedon2
@Automedon2 26 дней назад
I once asked a therapist if it was strange that I'm always alone but never lonely. He said he thinks it's definite personality type and the people who go against their nature to force themselves into social lives are those who suffer severe depression. Some of us, for whatever reason, are meant to be alone. Congratulations to this woman for having found her place.
@AmandaOffGrid
@AmandaOffGrid 14 часов назад
Beautifully said. I've never been one to go against my nature. It's disheartening to witness so many people steer away from their authentic selves, chasing after societal expectations and norms. They often find themselves navigating through lives that feel hollow and unfulfilled. It would be so liberating if society embraced our human differences with open arms, rather than scrutinizing and condemning them. We'd all be much happier for it.
@95KIPPIE
@95KIPPIE Месяц назад
You need to get another butter cup!!! Whether you’re a nomad or the quiet doesn’t make you lonely, it’s nice to have a companion, especially a four legged one!
@williamhilinsky1327
@williamhilinsky1327 3 месяца назад
I’d love to see her get a new dog. They’re the best friends and provide unconditional love and companionship. I’m going to check out her channel, the older I get the more this way of life appeals to me.
@user-vn3cv3py1n
@user-vn3cv3py1n Месяц назад
So inspiring this young lady, I really admire her lifestyle. Sorry to here about Buttercup Amanda :(
@pippas5808
@pippas5808 3 месяца назад
What a beautiful place - Amanda, thank you so much for sharing your home with us. So sorry to hear about Buttercup - I lost my lovely dog in November, so I can imagine how hard that was for you x
@xveganx
@xveganx 5 месяцев назад
This video is meditation
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
Thanks so much! We really took our time to edit this video and tried to incorporate subtle sounds for her environment. Happy you found it meditative :)
@simplysimple7628
@simplysimple7628 4 месяца назад
With how the world is today, living this way is considered weird for most. How materialistic and extroverted the world is, is the reason behind it. People can’t keep still. For me, this is the life. Working the land and enjoying peace and quiet is an absolute privilege and a necessity in my opinion. Truly challenges you. The mental therapy is mandatory. Love this. Much respect and admiration for this woman.🙏🏼❤️🤙🏼✊🏼
@XercesWoop
@XercesWoop 5 месяцев назад
Wow this is incredible
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
Thanks so much for watching :)
@mysbhyv1707
@mysbhyv1707 5 месяцев назад
What a serenity-filled and full life to live ❤ Thanks for sharing 😀
@ExploringAlternatives
@ExploringAlternatives 5 месяцев назад
Glad you enjoyed it!
@rhondamastropoalo2237
@rhondamastropoalo2237 5 месяцев назад
When your ready Amanda rescue,so many beautiful lonely animals at shelters. ✌️🤗
@robcordts1976
@robcordts1976 4 месяца назад
Amanda is living her life!
@noemisolano4748
@noemisolano4748 3 месяца назад
I agree with Amanda when she said she probably got burnt out when she lived in Vancouver. I got burnt out from toxic coworkers and a busy hectic life. Amanda's life is a similar life I would like to live. I'm getting older and I want to live a calm peaceful life.
@bellbalace
@bellbalace 4 месяца назад
So sorry to hear about your dog…RIP Buttercup 🙏🏼❤️
@rhoula
@rhoula 4 месяца назад
You can sense how beautiful her soul is. I praise you for everything you do young lady. Thank you for the great video.
@barriegrubb5682
@barriegrubb5682 5 месяцев назад
You are such an adventurer! I have been brave off & on through my life. You live it daily! Bravo, you are a badass!❤👏👏🏽
@mariarohmer2374
@mariarohmer2374 Месяц назад
I've found it's people who can enjoy their own company without fretting about loneliness are the ones who know true peace. Throw in a lot of nature and you have bliss. Awesome.
@gregoryjackson4604
@gregoryjackson4604 Месяц назад
You don't get lonely because of all the nature around you and all the work you are doing. What an amazing job , What a dream job!
@The-Day-Off
@The-Day-Off 5 месяцев назад
I don’t know how these people find these lifestyles but dang I want it 😂
@CosmicStrain
@CosmicStrain 5 месяцев назад
I know right!? Like how do I sign up for this?
@rollandjoeseph
@rollandjoeseph 4 месяца назад
Wow, what a nice , beautiful life Amanda has, i too prefer a nomad style peaceful life without the noise and distractions . Stay safe and happy Amanda!🙂✌️
@sadie513
@sadie513 3 месяца назад
Good for her! I admire people who know what they want and actually go do it. More power to her. Hope she adopts a new dog to oeep her company.
@toriarose
@toriarose Месяц назад
She's an amazing woman. And very lucky to be living the life of her dreams. Regarding the lonely thing, same. I don't understand people that feel lonely or bored. They just don't see the magic of this reality, of Nature, of themselves.
@pammiller1985
@pammiller1985 5 месяцев назад
So good to see you on RU-vid again Amanda! 😊
@Starfish2145
@Starfish2145 4 месяца назад
An introverts dream.
@maggiesfarm7970
@maggiesfarm7970 Месяц назад
That's me!
@andrearoy4658
@andrearoy4658 5 месяцев назад
I've seen your utube videos. Such an inspiration. I would so enjoy doing that. Thank you so very much. Loving kindness. Lol I'm living on Vancouver off grid. First year, yahhhhhhhhhh
@thomasdecarlo8543
@thomasdecarlo8543 5 месяцев назад
I am so jealous. I am totally in her world not wanting to go into town. I would hope they are starting a delivery service in town to the islands to make my world even better
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