I felt so sad when she said she was recovering from surgery by herself in the van. She is working 2 jobs 6 days a week so definately not a trust fund chick. And not a degenerate as some have said whatever that means. She is young, unattached and likes her freedom so she is happy. Kudos to her.

@sinfullyblondie

4 жыл бұрын

Right On!!

@mattmatt392

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I dont get the hatefull remarks either. She looks like a sweet young woman. She likes her freedom and its interesting to see how she lives.

@dickritchie2596

4 жыл бұрын

Eleivana777 I agree with your comments. I could fix all the things in her van really easy. I wish I could help her out.

@direxxion

4 жыл бұрын

Hang in there live the life!

@arroyobaby38

3 жыл бұрын

Eleivana777 - I know me too!!! As a mom I would’ve wanted to take care of her until she recovered and then pack her a nice healthy meal for her road trip :):):)

I appreciate this video because it doesn’t sugarcoat van life

@tammieparrishmiller3669

5 жыл бұрын

I agree 100%! She is real and I'm so glad for her that she's using these amazing years in her life to live this way! I would have done it myself if it was a thing when I was her age. The hippies weren't around anymore unless you followed The Grateful Dead, which happened to be my first concert btw. I guess I could have, but it just wasn't conducive to my lifestyle then. I will say though that I longed for something different and I used to say that if I could get far enough away from society that you would have to use a helicopter to get to me, I would! I'm getting closer to retirement and just bought a van, but it has to serve as a work van for my husband right now. We are however, looking into cargo trailers to build into a home or possibly buying a camper to live in. One way or another, I will finally get to live and travel with my husband and 2 dogs and 2 cats. I look forward to it! I hope Clarissa has all the wonderful things she hopes for in her life! She's a go getter and I have a feeling she's gonna have a great life!

@nickc3856

5 жыл бұрын

exactly. It's not about "exploring the world" or "being free"; she literally just can't afford an apartment, like many in Vancouver.

@thomasreppond1352

5 жыл бұрын

Hey

@harrytolle1112

5 жыл бұрын

I like this video like you do

@nadeemmunir6281

5 жыл бұрын

I am very fond Very good answer I'm Interested Please answer me

People say:"yeah,but when you get older this is not the way to live" Well she is living the moment and you live for when you get older...

@syedjavedahmad9719

4 жыл бұрын

True it is not easy when one is older. Enjoy when you are young.

@Emcostanza

4 жыл бұрын

Syed Javed Ahmad older people do this too.

@dianam152

4 жыл бұрын

I mean, even living like this for 2 years. 2 years of not paying rent

@VROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM

4 жыл бұрын

Except when you live like this when young and don't plan ahead you might not have a choice but to live like this when you're old. There was an old lady living in a van by my brothers nice neighborhood, she looked miserable.

@paranoidastronaut5792

4 жыл бұрын

TCK She’s probably living in this van then because she’s poor and not by choice. This girl obviously could just go and rent a house if she wanted to.

gratitude is the main key of living with joy anywhere

She’s a keeper, trust me on this. Any woman who’s living the minimalist lifestyle in this day and age is something special.

@RandyRandersonthefamous

3 жыл бұрын

@Saam Rao Women who aren't materialist these days (high fashion brands for example or luxury cars) are rare

@theippster8891

3 жыл бұрын

@@RandyRandersonthefamous lol wut?

@GabijaS18

3 жыл бұрын

@@RandyRandersonthefamous Um I don’t know what world you live in, probably the Instagram world, but no they are not “rare”.

@ryanrinaldy17

3 жыл бұрын

Woman recently are very interested in a higher goals in their lives, money is just a tool not a goal, something like that. And i think she's not materialistic, just want something simple and standard happiness

@mermaidlu5125

3 жыл бұрын

There’s so many because it’s a trend now it’s not that she thought of it herself believe me she copied someone else on KZread

100% blown away at how chill she is when she talks about learning how to do new things with or in the van. The 'Let's Do This!' mindset is awesome.

You are an awesome lady! I really have alot of respect for a woman who does this kind of adventure! I wish I could do the van life, but, I'm married and retired, and my wife would have nothing to do with this lifestyle! So I fulfill my dream by watching you. Thank you so much for completing my dream by your van living!

Really like this girl sharing her experience, she's still young and will learn to fix those little problems. I think she's on the good way to get her tiny house and living according to her values 😉

She's adorable! And I love her attitude. I hope she does address that water leak in the roof. She WILL get mold if left unattended.

@diegoricardomejiabonilla771

5 жыл бұрын

lol Desert rat

I appreciate the honesty in this video. So many vans show the best sides of van life. We need to see both sides.

@2009bokke

3 жыл бұрын

Well buy a Van and experience life you self instead

@rachelwalsh2028

3 жыл бұрын

@@2009bokke I did. 😊

@rachelwalsh2028

3 жыл бұрын

Conversion coming soon

@babbonatale276

3 жыл бұрын

@@rachelwalsh2028 how is it going?

@rachelwalsh2028

3 жыл бұрын

@@babbonatale276 slowly lol. My I instagram is GordonRamsayVanAdventures

Why do some people watch a channel named 'Exploring Alternatives' when all they have to say is negativity to an alternative lifestyle, does not make sense

@sk8leesk8

4 жыл бұрын

Haters

@leejay1936

4 жыл бұрын

It seems to be a bunch of bitter incels salty that a gorgeous girl is doing whatever she wants without a dude.

@kathyhanna9411

3 жыл бұрын

Lee Monagan yes hater ....

@mjphoto45

3 жыл бұрын

Rent $$$$ doesnt make sense

@joymacasieb5417

3 жыл бұрын

I just loved your story thank you for sharing sweetie 😄

i have a mad respect for this woman. wish her for a better life in the future.

It’s good to see an independent young adult doing what she wants to, enjoying her youth and freedom before settling down. Bless you & I wish you safe travels from the UK

Very cool. I had a dodge and lived in it for a year after losing everything in my late 40s. The beach was my home and it was a great experience for a year. Makes you realize that no matter what you can survive and have fun every day taking a new adventure.

She needs her own channel. Guaranteed millions of followers in less than a week. No more 2 jobs for this wonderful young lady.

You're adorable, and authentic. True meaning to a nomad. Happy trails to you, be safe out there. You're video inspired many.

Love her personality and smile....Nice older van too

@DuongManhTien

5 жыл бұрын

I love the head bumper prevent she made for her dad .

@rasklaat2

4 жыл бұрын

7:52

When you're young and have an itch, go crazy in life, do as much as possible before you settle down.

@iniadekurniawan

4 жыл бұрын

Then u gonna regret something in the future from something you did carelessly in your "crazy life"

@charlotte7657

4 жыл бұрын

@@iniadekurniawan Think TheJennyWalaShow mean s "doing something outside of the norm" like living nomadic-ally, travel and seeing the world, meeting new people, learning different skills that'll help you before settling down to a "normal" life. How is that something to regret???

@iniadekurniawan

4 жыл бұрын

@@charlotte7657 is that how you describe crazy life?

@charlotte7657

4 жыл бұрын

@@iniadekurniawan she literally said "go crazy IN life" which often means trying unorthodox things. Living in a van is a "crazy" idea to some. Travelling for weeks/months/years on end and not having a set home address or guaranteed plumbing/electrics is "crazy" to some. Travelling can include skydiving/parachuting/exploring dangerous roads, that is "crazy" to some. Not having a 'traditional' lifestyle is "crazy" to some. Thrillseeking and seeking out extreme sports to try is "crazy" to some. Even uprooting your entire life to move to another side of the country/another country/another continent to see if you 'like' it is "crazy" to some. Dropping out of a "stable" or "safe", "well paid" job/career to try something different or less financially secure because you want to, is "crazy" to some. So yeah, it is what I describe as a "crazy life" because it encompasses so many things.

@cayden3470

4 жыл бұрын

Charlotte I think Inia interpreted it as screwing around with a bunch of different people.

I've just come across this video, and I found her to be one of the most honest and straightforward van lifers yet. She makes a point about being able to effect repairs and expecting repairs to be necessary that everyone who's considering moving into a van should think about. She mentioned leaking skylights and worrying about mold forming, about a heater that isn't working, a water pump that isn't working, and so on. She deserves a lot of credit for trying to make this work for her. I can relate to being alone recuperating from surgery, and I had the benefit of being in a larger space. Thank you for sharing your home and your life with us.

Oh yeah very simple lifestyle. She has a strong personality. Take care and god bless

I did van life and sailboat life. Van life can feel like you dont be long in a place especially when you cant find a place to sleep. It's really not as glamorous as everyone makes it sound.

@stevejeffrey11

5 жыл бұрын

did you like van life or sail boat life more? I did van life for 2 summers but it can be kind of chaotic, rough. sail boat life sounds nice

@PA96704

5 жыл бұрын

@@stevejeffrey11 I did them simultaneously. I would say sailboat kept me more grounded because it felt like a proper home with neighbors, laundry, showers etc... Van is great if you plan your destinations but campsites or Rv parks are so expensive now.

@Sprite_525

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah it feels like you’re an outcast, or hiding something, even though you’re functional. Being eccentric to a degree is fun, but after a while, you become tired of people always assuming the worst, or God forbid your sleep is so bad you fulfil their fears of cranky eccentric

She reminds me of my friend she also lives in a van amd is living her best life.

@tATAn37556

4 жыл бұрын

I don't agree living just van life ,mixing between all styles of living is the best, We human beings feel boring when we try one thing.

@msc2608

4 жыл бұрын

@@tATAn37556 we human just want everything, being stingy is human nature

@tATAn37556

4 жыл бұрын

@@msc2608 I mean we have one life so we need to try all things, Human beings are two types the first is good ,but the second is the problem from this explanation I will not live life fearing from those who are bad , I will live and try many things as I want but with all respect for the mother nature.

Clarissa! Nice ride! I love living as a nomad. Good to have people like you on the road with the rest of us. We are all connected...kindred spirits.

What a wonderfully honest assessment of van life. You see both the joy emanating from her face, along with gracious acceptance of what's not so great, needs fixing, and so on. Appreciate such a balanced view of this lifestyle.

I've seen her before on Instagram...great to see someone so young living life on her own terms and enjoying herself in the moment but still with an eye to the future. Wish her all the best!

This is so cool. im having a sad morning but this cheered me up. Way to go Clarissa

I'm currently living out of my motorcycle. You should see the looks my kitchen gets going down the highway.

@Dimaz42

5 жыл бұрын

JaybayJay I wanna see that! though the toilet on my skateboard looks pretty nice too

@cameron_fairchild

5 жыл бұрын

LOL! So hows the porto-potty work on that thing? (holds nose) LOL.

@diana_dds_art534

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha your kitchen is so huge

@nkreseknowledge2241

4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣😂😂

@JaybayJay

4 жыл бұрын

@Poor Johnny Depp Oh really. I could have an older bike with modified faring. The Heinz Beanzawave gets a lot of looks but the Easy bake Oven gets me all the attention.

I really liked all the personal touches, and her chill attitude about everything. Great van! Thanks for sharing 😁

This is a very realistic van life tour. Half of the things are broken but it is still livable and she is very adaptable and low maintenance else she couldn't live in the van.

Good for you, I feel that she's living a life true to herself.

Such a real and honest review. Love it! I wish I could do this x

Stay safe. Not sure I would want my daughter living in a van alone but respect for living life your way

@GoldenX22

5 жыл бұрын

@Raihan Zahir Why not tell this about Gandhi's parents. This is her choice so respect, you are no one to judge.

@macaroon147

5 жыл бұрын

@Raihan Zahir I'm sorry that you have such a narrow minded view on life and parenting. I hope that if you have kids they aren't influenced by your ignorance. I'm sure they won't be as it's quite noticeable.

@postyourcommentsforcash9671

5 жыл бұрын

@@macaroon147 Zahir probably comes from those countries where there isn't safe even for men to live a normal life, let alone women. Just guessing.

@macaroon147

5 жыл бұрын

@@postyourcommentsforcash9671 I'm from South Africa so if that was the case I'm sure I'd agree with her haha.

@Amuro89

5 жыл бұрын

@@RockyAliTyson1 Rich dad. How nice!

Wish her peace and safety, her Van is a beauty 💞💯🇿🇦

@EdBareff

5 жыл бұрын

Nice vibes

i like that thing she shows real van life with dark side of it.she is so honest about her life and no fake talking and i hope her all dreams come true ...GOD BLESS HER..FROM INDIA

This is beyond rad like so unique and awesome !! One of the greatest things I've seen on KZread all year thanks KZread !👌

She is so cute it hurts :-) love her honesty and her smile!

I just love this video. I too live out of my van and work full time. No travel yet.

@jawadvlog86

5 жыл бұрын

⚘

@jamiewilcox.506

5 жыл бұрын

Oh I'd love to hear your story. That's what I want to do, have a van and be stationary except for a bit of traveling! You go girl!

@hellojuneau8917

5 жыл бұрын

Ditto! Hoping to do this as a nurse.

@kilgoretrout6136

5 жыл бұрын

@@hellojuneau8917 Why not? You can do this as just about anything.

@drharrison5770

5 жыл бұрын

Trusting love u more baby

You are amazing! Your not waiting for some nonsense relationship to help you live your life, not dependent on your parents for your financial support, working and building that resume, exploring is part of your adventure, I bought about three weeks ago an oldie but goodie too, 2004 Ford E-250 conversion van, its been so hard to figure out where and what to do with this thing. So stressed about the money I'm spending and I'm 58 years old, your doing just fine. Soon as this van is put together I will be exploring US and trying to figure out what is next...I wish you nothing but the best in your future travels. Sharing this video with my 24 year old daughter, this will inspire her too! Take care.

Every point she mentioned is very valid. And all the struggles, real! A lot of folks get into this lifestyle without being critical about downsides and how restrictive it can be to live smaller than they’re used to! Awesome video. You can truly feel her authenticity through her honesty.

Love the way she handles herself, keeping it simple and real

Another terrific video. She’s a lovely and happy young lady. As long as we are living ‘our dreams’ then we are ‘Living The Dream’. Everyone’s dream is different!

@jamaldlim9930

5 жыл бұрын

Hello Jen Shea How are you to day

what a beautiful spirit you have, love all your colors and decorating, very peaceful and calming. people that know how to fix things only do because they keep trying. going through the experience continuously is how other people get to knowing how to repair things. keep going and you'll surprise yourself. you're a wonderful person and that was a wonderful video. stay free, stay open to new experiences and enjoy your time ❤️

I wondered about purchasing an older van, I'm happy to hear there's still life in these older vans!!

I appreciate the honesty of Clarissa with her struggles and how she can’t fix everything! It makes her so much real! :) Thanks for making such great videos.

@odin1185

5 жыл бұрын

Especially since all the fake Instagram couples are pretending to live vanlife now for the followers.

If you ever want to repair all that stuff AND you are in the west Portland area, my wife and I would like to help you out. We too have thought about getting a van so repairing yours would give us some insight. I think the reason you lost the water is due to freezing as you described last winter. You have to bleed all the water out of all the water lines if you allow the van to freeze at any point. Best of luck to you as well!

@RedFlip64

5 жыл бұрын

Wayne Law that’s so nice of you Wayne! Just wanted to say hi I am in Portland too :) good luck on your adventures!

@NOWUNITEDUPDATES

5 жыл бұрын

Wayne Law Hi Wayne, I hope she can see this nice gestures of yours. 😇

@inbiznez4482

5 жыл бұрын

@@NOWUNITEDUPDATES well she would have to be on a trip to really catch us cuz we're several hours away here in Portland area

@NOWUNITEDUPDATES

5 жыл бұрын

InBiznez is this you Wayne?

@inbiznez4482

5 жыл бұрын

@@NOWUNITEDUPDATES yes it's me

the title is wrong. It should read BEAUTIFUL and BRAVE young woman living in a van. It takes so much courage to just chase the dream, you know? And she is doing it.

The courage and enthusiasm is inspiring. Thank you.

I love seeing vans that are still a work in progress. I wanna see the reality, not the instagram van lifers

😄I hope you get that indoor shower/new ceiling and all the renovations you need to keep her going! That van is great! Thanks for sharing 🌞

No one noticed how she laughs into the open camera. Makes it real and free

When your young in your late teens early 20s it's a fun life. I lived in my ford E200 for almost 4 years that I customized with a fiberglass top & mahogany interior. Traveling the USA working paying cash for everything I wanted cooking on a Coleman camp stove & using a cooler with block ice. Met a lot of cool people along the way great life experience @ 19 years young.

Happy trails Clarissa! Be good and have fun and if you can't do both, be careful! Wishing you peace, love and clarity.

This is awesome!! Thanks for sharing this is us!! Hugs from Brazil

Thank you for uploading this video. It inspires people. I am also living in a small DIY campervan in the Philippines for two years now. It's more fun in VANLIFE.

Beautiful man thank you so much how inspiring I just sent this video to my daughter I was hoping it would be one that she could somehow relate to and never imagined to find such a lovely one thank you so much

Another Smart Canadian refusing to be controlled by the slavery system. Go girl. I am a fan.

@4thGloryMonday

5 жыл бұрын

yep i was a slave to the system for 20 years then i woke up. life is so much better now

@alexs5480

5 жыл бұрын

Stephen Williams, *it could be better with a man*

@amandipdhillonsingh

5 жыл бұрын

Lol yall are crazy, she may look free but nothing in life is free. Her current situation is the definition of being “enslaved”; she’s working two jobs to make ends meet. I’d hardly call that freedom.

@Dwight_Lee

5 жыл бұрын

"I'm working 2 jobs, working 6 days a week" -non-slave girl Still seems like shes caught in the trap with the rest of us. But it's cool she can pretty well peace out whenever without worrying about a house.

@MustangCollectibles

5 жыл бұрын

We're in the process of that too! You're not free 100%, but at least she's more free living this way than the average human working 9 to 5 jobs, she can live wherever she wants, and still have her home with her: that's closer to freedom than being stuck at home with all the bills to pay...

This is one of the most realistic videos of vanlife I've seen. Great work!

@SlaveToMySin

5 жыл бұрын

you should check out Casey Roman... soooooo funny and very real van life

Freedom is everything ... 💚🌳🌊🌵🌨️🔭 Freedom blond girl, enjoy. The World need more people like You: Spirit of Freedom in the Nature, individuality, independence. God bless you.

You are the way I wish all young people were. Keep going the way you are!...the world will be OK with young folks like you (honest, true to themselves, nice) in it.

Nice feature to help keep dad safe. Stay cozy. Thanks for sharing.

If you fix the battery issue everything else might start working! Don’t listen to anyone tell you any differently if they don’t have an RV. Great Van!

@drharrison5770

5 жыл бұрын

Solareh love you more baby

Man would love to be with that kind of woman. Keepin it real about the struggles of living in a van life. I would love to wake up with that beautiful smile everyday for the rest of my life

Not sure how this obscure content got sent my way. Certainly not complaining. What an amazing personality she has!

Clarissa looks strikingly familiar, though I can't say where I've seen her before. I too have lived in a motorhome for roughly 6 years, although I live in Alberta and don't travel much (my wood stove is a lifesaver). It is always refreshing to see and hear of others with a similar lifestyle. Best wishes to Clarissa on her journey and thanks for sharing!

What a wonderful person with a simple outlook in life and a sweetheart

I like your design!! you utilized the space very well!! n the living area kinda give it the full vibz of having somewhere to spend ur time, its still spacious..... just so beautiful, think ama consider this kinda layout!

Awww.. this girl is so adjustable!! 🤗🤗

Awesome lifestyle!! Minimalism is all about living with less. ... For many minimalists, the philosophy is about getting rid of excess stuff and living life based on experiences rather than worldly possessions. You can probably see how having less stuff can also free up your life financially. Have a nice day

@chiuansheng

5 жыл бұрын

living in a Cardboard box is Minimalism. living in Van is not.

@chihui7031

5 жыл бұрын

I was sleeping in my small Fiat for a year and was not renting, kept my kitchen work every day. She is too comfortable !

What a delightful young woman! With an absolutely gorgeous smile! I love that she's so happy with her van life, and not fazed by the little problems that come up. Got to wish her all the best in life to come. Thanks for this wonderful video!

Super Cool. Only thing you still need is a surfboard on the roof. Love it👍👍👍

Very inspirational, thanks for sharing! :)

Amazing girl, well done! Much love

Good for you, I really admire your sense of adventure. You're lucky to live in a country that supplies healthcare to its citizens, especially since you needed care for appendicitis. Be safe and enjoy it all you can!

What a great story, really enjoyed the video!!!

🎥 Another great KZread Video Clarissa! Thanks for sharing with us. Wishing you a great week! Enjoy! 👍🍀🌈🌅🌐

Very cool! She's doing it right!

She seems contented...and thats amazing!👏

Appreciated for your daily effort. Love & Respect from India.

Lovely... simple and practical 🌷👍

Chris Farley used to warn us about living in a van down by the river. Amazing

@DistantThunder89

5 жыл бұрын

She has it all: Van. River. lmao

@MasayaShida

5 жыл бұрын

Oh dude you the one with the kickass linkin park remixes

@GhostCollective

5 жыл бұрын

Masaya Shida ayeeeee thank you for listening haha

Good on you girl. A great story. Much more to come. The world is a wonderful place mate. Good luck and safe travels 👍

Thank you for sharing!

May all your dreams come true one day. You are doing superb and are an inspiration for many.

Good luck and take good care of yourself. May you be happy always. Nice and simple van.

Beautiful and inspirational ✌🏿

Love how real this is

Awesome van. Well designed and organized. Keep following your dreams!

nice attitude and energy! cheers...

Praying for all these young ladies living alone in a van or RV. Beautiful Girl and nice van. Love and God Bless Uncle Jeff!

Wow! Amazing how she built that all by herself. She's smart and beautiful too. This is one awesome girl.

@YOGATIMECHANNEL

5 жыл бұрын

Ahmad AG agree

@honeycat535

4 жыл бұрын

she didnt, her DAD did.

Love her courage and with that comes freedom and independence.

Your a beauty young lady... Enjoy your life. Bless you

Just wanted to say hi. I am Clarissa too. Nice Van. 🌞

Like...the Way you Put Good Vibes around your Van.. (Inside..the Van)..

Clarissa, you are the cutest van dweller and so honest. I wish you well.

WOW , I MEAN REALLY WOOOOW . AMAZING WE BOTH HAVE SAME THOUGHTS AND SAME DREAMS . WOW I LOVE IT

Nancy-Jean would make a wonderful studio one day when you settle....stay safe...stay YOU xxx

So cute! And I love how she's so honest about how a lot of things don't go right. Watching some of these videos, people are like, "Oh I knocked it out over weekends, blah blah blah..." Not a care in the world.

Ive met PLENTY of "free spirited" people like this girl... Ive been to "van communities", pot clouded natire partiesb the whole 9!! Now, the reason i bring this up is because of this.. I am HAPPY i interacted and experienced parts of their lives because at the end of the day, i see they are ultimately happy and the things people judge them for doing are just "normal" to them.. There is a great appeal in being "free"

Thanks for telling us what you paid for the van. So many tell us where they store their toilet paper, but leave out the main cost.