I’ve always been seeking the “perfect” or ideal lifestyle. So far, it seems to be living “intermittently” in different spaces, cities, and countries, for indeterminate periods of time. But is this a “better” life, or more ideal life, and for who?
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I cannot speak for others, but I would certainly say I’m happier (elevated mood), and more productive (artistically and creatively) when I have a more chaotic, random, uncertain, uncomfortable, simple, and focused (less distracted) living conditions.
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But is a nomadic life best for everybody? Or for all individuals? My thoughts:
- It seems that most people like some degree of novelty, adventure, and spontaneity in life (note how people like the randomness and joy of chance in gambling, slot machines).
- Some people are more fearful, timid, and risk-averse than others. This isn’t their “fault”— it is how they were raised by their society, parents, and culture. But it is hard to retrain old dogs. Thus, if a person doesn’t want to change, they are probably incapable of a nomadic and more risky/adventurous/uncertain existence.
Thus, a nomadic lifestyle isn’t ideal for everyone. But should it be ideal for everyone? This is a trickier question.
Who benefits from a nomadic life?
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I believe if your goal is to become the most epic individual possible, I believe a nomadic lifestyle is ideal for your own self-development, growth, and evolution.
This is why I believe so:
- Fewer distractions of material goods (less concern about buying stuff, buying a home, being weighed down)
- Ideally you’re self-employed or “financially independent” (less money, but more freedom). Thus you only engage in activities and pursuits which interest you, and your own self-development.
- Living nomadically (intermittently in different locations, for uncertain periods of time) is a good stimulus to activity (walking much everyday) and learning much. My mind seems to be more nimble, childlike, and open when I’m living abroad or on the road. Thus, I get more interesting thoughts, ideas, and I ask myself more interesting questions.
You decide.
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You have the power to dictate your own lifestyle. Live in accordance with your own needs, desires, and ambitions. Never let anything or anyone else get in your way — certainly yourself!
Take epic risks,
ERIC