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Is paradise really a trap?

Is paradise really a trap?
So many people come to Thailand to retire thinking it is a piece of paradise but is it really. What is there really todo in Thailand other than party and drink.
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  • @paulmillward7009
    @paulmillward7009Ай бұрын

    An old saying, a fool, and his money is easily parted. Saw him coming, sucked in, and spat out. Bar girls are famous for it.

  • @BobSmith-qt9ep

    @BobSmith-qt9ep

    Ай бұрын

    Yup ! They saw ya coming. What baffled me is ..why you didn't see it coming! I've been going 15 years pre covid lockdown shutdown fukdown.. I saw it a mile off Sir ! the moment you get off the plane....? Money money money....((listen to ABBA) What ya think is the attraction of 59 y/o man.... same same as they say! BTW I'm a 59 too...I've decided to avoid Thailand for now. Some things never change ....!

  • @kieronbilton5595

    @kieronbilton5595

    Ай бұрын

    @@paulmillward7009 You sound like a Grumpy Old Man. Bahahaha Bahahaha. Let Me Guess Your Peter Perfect and have never been played in Your Life. Narcissism is through the roof since everyone got their vaccine. Are You 1 ?

  • @tonybu207
    @tonybu207Ай бұрын

    Perhaps you retired a bit too early, no point retiring to a foreign country unless you’re financially sound, not a great idea if you have to watch the pennies retirement time should be the best time of your life the grass is not always greener on the other side. You will get no help in Thailand if you come up short at least back home you can always hit up Centre Link.

  • @MickSchwager-gu5wp

    @MickSchwager-gu5wp

    Ай бұрын

    I agree he should head home back to work

  • @robertbest4398

    @robertbest4398

    Ай бұрын

    True what you say for sure

  • @AustinPowers-mp2be

    @AustinPowers-mp2be

    20 күн бұрын

    Go home back to work you lost she won bye bye

  • @thepontiff7505
    @thepontiff7505Ай бұрын

    It's a trap when you turn up as a newbie and give your life savings to a bar girl you met a week before to open a beer bar ... Then think you'll ever get that money back. Delusional.

  • @thomasauslander3757

    @thomasauslander3757

    Ай бұрын

    There is nothing wrong with pink glasses romance..

  • @paulmillward7009

    @paulmillward7009

    Ай бұрын

    Yes should be financially secure. Not dream about opening bars to make a living. Like you said you fell apart

  • @shaun7638

    @shaun7638

    Ай бұрын

    Well said and correct,he did a video giving a guy advice after he had been scammed..Really bonkers looking back now..

  • @thomasauslander3757

    @thomasauslander3757

    Ай бұрын

    @@shaun7638 but you have to remember his girl was different.. -:)

  • @shaun7638

    @shaun7638

    Ай бұрын

    @@thomasauslander3757 Of course she was.....

  • @kieronbilton5595
    @kieronbilton5595Ай бұрын

    You need to pull your socks up. Walk everyday get a step counter if you need. Basically 1hour 30mins a day is 10,000 steps. Get to a Gym 2X a week. There are Thais there struggling more than You. Go do some charity work or give a 100-200 baht away everyday to someone less fortunate than You. Depression comes from Self Pity. Cold Showers Cure it as ive said before there's a new Sauna on Soi Korpia ho check it out even do a video on it. Get It Done and Stop Bitching.

  • @johnnybgood3909

    @johnnybgood3909

    Ай бұрын

    He hasnt got 200 baht to give, unless he cashes in a few coffee donations

  • @PeterBren

    @PeterBren

    Ай бұрын

    Yes, you have written everything I was going to write. Aussie has been scammed, and he might get something back, maybe not. This is enough to make anyone depressed. Going home would do no good unless there is a chance of making good money there. I would recommend hanging on and continue trying to recover some money. Gym work does give me a natural high, but not everyone is affected that way.

  • @kieronbilton5595

    @kieronbilton5595

    Ай бұрын

    @@PeterBren Dude Gym is 4 everyone they just have to Do It start slow and progress

  • @happylife4734
    @happylife4734Ай бұрын

    1. Check your vitamin B12 and D3, make sure you are not deficient on those vitamins, because they are a major cause of depression. 2. 30 minutes walking in the morning and 30 minutes walking in the afternoon, walking is the best exercise to clear up your head 3. Visit a temple and learn meditation, especially mindful meditations. 4. Don't dwell on your thoughts, ignore your thoughts, yes you can ignore your thoughts by being present, that's how monks control their thoughts by being present and with time it becomes natural, I have done it.

  • @hassaman5
    @hassaman5Ай бұрын

    Been living in Thailand for 20 years, spent 1 night in Pattaya, never been to Phuket, so much more to do and see in Thailand. Maybe you should go for a look and see the real Thailand.

  • @clivebaxter6354

    @clivebaxter6354

    27 күн бұрын

    Went to Pattaya in 94 hated it, went in 97 for a week to give it another chance, left after one night.

  • @garyroey4445
    @garyroey4445Ай бұрын

    Facts Everywhere in the world you need money . Stop whinging go home get a job . If you want that life you need money . That's it . Stop telling people that it's so cheap in thailand Not if you don't have money or income , your becoming inbarasing mate . Get a job on the mines save your money then come back . No easy way around it . Facts

  • @paulmillward7009

    @paulmillward7009

    Ай бұрын

    Yes, he is starting to sound like a winging pom 😅

  • @TheMicturation

    @TheMicturation

    Ай бұрын

    dont think hes in any shape to get a job in the mines,you are right tho.man needs a job,aint gonna get one there if ya not gonna become inventive,best thing for him if he wants to remain in thailand is hook up with an average lookin farm girl or a girl local thai guys havent wanted whos doin ok n help with the farm or small business,maybe with the family even but thats gonna take discipline,dont think he'll be able to cut that swathe tho

  • @thewannabevlogger71
    @thewannabevlogger71Ай бұрын

    Are you out walking everyday? I try to keep up my 10,000 steps per day, even if it's over three sessions. Helps clear my mind and keeps me feeling fresh and motivated.

  • @Ardoyne10
    @Ardoyne10Ай бұрын

    Get of that dam bike and do some walking vlogs better for you😮

  • @robertbest4398
    @robertbest4398Ай бұрын

    Can be up to you a lot of temptation pattaya you know score no money no honey you know how many freinds you have when money runs out cheers palmy take care

  • @thepontiff7505

    @thepontiff7505

    Ай бұрын

    It was time for him to go home 6 months or more ago

  • @Fly_On_a_Wall
    @Fly_On_a_WallАй бұрын

    G’day mate, been here coming on 19yrs. It can be a rough place mentally to live at times. Some times you don’t know if you’re coming or going. You just gotta keep busy and out of the bars. If you ever wanna chat or catch up, give me a shout. 👍

  • @robertbest4398

    @robertbest4398

    Ай бұрын

    @@Fly_On_a_Wall fair play fly

  • @Truthseeker371
    @Truthseeker371Ай бұрын

    Retiring means slowing down. You don't have to complete any jobs in a day. One job each day is more than enough. If you have too much energy, go swimming, walk, and detox. In Thailand, you can go to temples to stay. Overcoming depression is best to be in the nature away from drinking, mixing with wrong people, and worrying about money.

  • @keithd1219
    @keithd1219Ай бұрын

    2 - 5 years is when you start to live someplace and the vacation starts to fade. Pattaya, in my opinion, is not a place to live. I avoid that place like the plague. It's not the place....its the hordes of tourists, the alcoholics, general idiots, the seediness....the negatives outweigh the positives, which are very few.

  • @thomasauslander3757

    @thomasauslander3757

    Ай бұрын

    It's definitely not boring with isan girls..

  • @johnrait4784
    @johnrait4784Ай бұрын

    You gotta make your money in the west and spend and enjoy in the east, forget trying to make money in the east as a foreigner you will most likely fail.

  • @Spark55278
    @Spark55278Ай бұрын

    The reason for your depression is to do with money problems, how many depressed millionaires do you meet.

  • @thomasauslander3757

    @thomasauslander3757

    Ай бұрын

    @@Spark55278 I really don't know. I've never been invited to the millionaires club..

  • @joelmonkley6177
    @joelmonkley6177Ай бұрын

    Buddy Pattaya central would make anyone depressed stick to jometian area its a much better place you need to take peoples advice because doing things your way has back fired hang around good people that dont involve drinking piss best wishes ❤

  • @SteveIrwin1710
    @SteveIrwin1710Ай бұрын

    Exercise does help with depression and joining the gym was the best thing I have done for managing my depression.

  • @waynek1965
    @waynek1965Ай бұрын

    Thanks for honesty Greg

  • @paulkane3028
    @paulkane3028Ай бұрын

    Can only swing on a hammock and drink cocktails so many times mate.

  • @billdyson9205
    @billdyson920526 күн бұрын

    You bought into a business you never had control of , the irony you did the video of your mate who did the same on Pratnamak bar and truck , not a good financial move , that is what caused your depression not alcohol ...

  • @elizabethkulak879
    @elizabethkulak879Ай бұрын

    My heart and prayers to you! 🙏

  • @craig975
    @craig97528 күн бұрын

    Aussie in Thailand. Keep off the booze and get up early every morning and go for a 1 hour walk along the beach. In 2 weeks time you will feel alot better.

  • @pepeago5878
    @pepeago5878Ай бұрын

    Thailand is not easy & with no money even worse as the costs just to stay with visas; 90 day check ins; health insurance, & the unexpected is never ending. Even starting a business you need a few years to get to know the system--& who you can trust as the business system is different & a headache & you need an honest Thai manager. Without youre history?. Ive seen many sit in a bar drinking themselves to death & business stolen worse than yours. As youre on a limited budget your best bet Greg is head back home & get a job in the mines or whatever if you can. Pattaya will still be there when you come back & you'll understand more......take care

  • @keithd1219

    @keithd1219

    Ай бұрын

    @pepeago5878 I basically just said the same thing....must have been reading your mind 😆

  • @pepeago5878

    @pepeago5878

    Ай бұрын

    @@keithd1219 cheers Keith. I lived in Thailand for 14 yrs---. I did nothing for 3 years but learnt Thai. I got a Thai Manager whose still with me after 26 years & still run a business there & dont even need to be there?. I even formed my own company myself no lawyer? Once you learn things it gets easier & dont believe all the crap you read on youtubes? It was hard but I managed to gain full control & been thru the hard yards ...... ?? Not easy but it can be done but one needs to go slow??

  • @chunderwunderwhinger1331

    @chunderwunderwhinger1331

    Ай бұрын

    @@pepeago5878 mai pen rai / lai ?..

  • @gavmurray7398
    @gavmurray7398Ай бұрын

    good thumb nail and editing on this one mate cool to see the progression of ya channel

  • @terryrossidis1428
    @terryrossidis1428Ай бұрын

    Yes a mate of mine just married a Thai girl open a guest house in pattaya hope it last for him going to visit him when I arrive in December

  • @bill2328
    @bill2328Ай бұрын

    100% right mate.

  • @johnollerenshaw3077
    @johnollerenshaw3077Ай бұрын

    The loss of your bar broke your heart. Time will heal. Sounds like you are now on the right path to recovery.

  • @jeffbarta6276
    @jeffbarta6276Ай бұрын

    i drink beer every day at the legon great people !!! but i only have 6...

  • @931sledgehammerbuilt6
    @931sledgehammerbuilt6Ай бұрын

    Chin up mate, well done on loosing 5kg.

  • @agmcroom2374
    @agmcroom237423 күн бұрын

    Being a big trick isn’t easy.😂😂

  • @tonyh6846
    @tonyh6846Ай бұрын

    Hang in there mate, Cheers 🙂

  • @johnerdelyi4208
    @johnerdelyi4208Ай бұрын

    I'm a 3week millionaire been travelling to Asia for 30years I would never want to become a expat I'm happy to get back home to reality a fantasy doesn't last forever 😊

  • @TheMicturation

    @TheMicturation

    Ай бұрын

    best,my goal is to become a 7-15 week millionaire,1/2 trips per year from here on in minimum 7 weeks whilst working PT in Aus, do i expect to save any money with that lifestyle? most definitely not, can i take my savings n belongings with me when im brown bread ? definitely not 😂

  • @themongol1475
    @themongol1475Ай бұрын

    eat lots of bananas and pineapple, that will help your mood

  • @TheMicturation
    @TheMicturationАй бұрын

    man has to have a sense of achieving something every few days or so. thats why work in Australia as mundane as it can be at times gives one a sense of purpose.also i notice you probs dont have a close circle or 2 of important networks ? 1/work 2/ close network of friends dont underestimate the role n purpose of work even in ya mid-late 50's.doesnt have to be FT work either as long as your attaining some sort of benefit besides money,it could be something as small as having something in common with customers or colleagues that makes you laugh n get thru the long days. personally i dont prescribe to the 5 day working week n im much better off bc of it others tho can work 6/7 days,nuthin wrong with that either. look chasing pussy and/or drinking,gambling,playin golf etc etc constantly becomes boring,i know,been there done that,nuthin wrong with it but theyre souless pursuits,having a purpose/feeling purposeful is crucial. why dont ya try massaging older thai women for a while as a small business,doesnt have to be sexual,give something back set up a peaceful n tranquil practice,rent out a small space,make it light n breezy from the hustle n bustle of the street. try sumthin different man,going to bars 3/4/5 days a week is for losers imo,been to thailand over 20 x's even lived 3hrs up north of BKK for 5 months,i wouldnt have survived all that time in Thailand if even 60% of it was spent in bars,no way ,no how thnk fck i was married to a thai before i mongered there,best thing i ever did n ive done some awesome things in my life but thats my icing,i've nevr let them get one over me,evrything ive got ive given back,not literally of course,but in different forms,not always money,anyway its all about the balance,giving n receiving,gotta get that balance right tho otherwise its gonna be tough dude

  • @crisiturralde1966
    @crisiturralde1966Ай бұрын

    good luck friend, wish you the best!

  • @grego4835
    @grego4835Ай бұрын

    Is your testo shot testosterone? If so you may have sky high estrogen

  • @laurencefarrugia431
    @laurencefarrugia431Ай бұрын

    Get to the gym

  • @BettyAL777
    @BettyAL777Ай бұрын

    Chin UP , Palmy ✅

  • @johnthompson9440
    @johnthompson9440Ай бұрын

    Try Medication it helps and makes it easier

  • @TimSmith-yc1cj
    @TimSmith-yc1cjАй бұрын

    Thanks

  • @MickSchwager-gu5wp

    @MickSchwager-gu5wp

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks mate, I needed it to help me out 😊

  • @tonybu207

    @tonybu207

    Ай бұрын

    @@MickSchwager-gu5wp 🤣