@freedinner886
American dream ? No, American nightmare.
@LilySteph1949
He's right about finances, vacations, lazy Sundays...friends, the laughs, more connections, languages, architecture, walkable cities, cafes, the Unis, and the healthy quality of life i.e. food, water, transport, cost of living, and so much more. There are things one would miss about America, but things he mentions makes living abroad the better option really. Openly, I had a great experience in that way including other details he mentions. You get your moneys worth and while travelling it was great meeting so many people just living, laughing and not living to work and more. Leave the states for a couple of years, it's refreshing, but you'll miss some things. Still for me the benefits and peace of mind abroad out weighed returning which I personally shouldn't have done. It was nice not seeing a gazillion America flags, negativity because you wanted to grow, gross racism and gender issues, financial stress, food that'll kill you and medication that will too...and so on. Everyone's experience is different, but if you like absorbing fresh air, good water, see new cultures being able to embraces and not hide it as much and more travel. Especially to some of the countries listed as the happiest. Being in an antique book store, eating at a traditional tavern, the fields of flowers and such...yiur able to breathe and think. You realise how oppressive and smothering America can be, but you will miss some things. There's cultural different that work and don't work. I fit mostly abroad. I had moments, but not like I do here.
@jacktaylor1516
I kind of wanted to hate this video as an American but he is right about pretty much all of it. The healthcare / taxes are debatable but the quality of life and loneliness issues are right on.
@joryiansmith
So you don't pay any European income taxes?
@igobyplane
I think the point is solid about the mixed use of residential and commercial space that leads to far better walkability in many cities. US cities have largely regulated this away. The US is younger and geared around cars so great walkability and bustling neighborhoods are hard to find there. FEIE is also a strong incentive to stay out of the US for a bit.
@antwarior
i left the US and was gone for years and loved every bit of it, only i had to come back was because of covid, if that would of never happened, i would of never came back, i miss my home in asia so much, it was sooo much more comforting and relaxing, for the first time in my life, i had 0 worries, wasnt worried about police pulling me over and beating me up, wasnt worried about rent, wasnt worried about people judging me everywhere i go, it was literally a worry free zone outside the US, and cant wait to get back outta here
@potsofstew1369
As a European, it's interesting to hear American impressions of life in Europe. I guess the grass is always greener on the other side. As kids we always dreamt of leaving the old world & going to America, the land of the free, of opportunity, a real meritocracy & full of dynamic, straight talking Americans who didn't care about social class & background as long as you could get the job done, a true melting pot where a foreigner could feel he belongs. No matter if Americans live in Europe for 50 yrs, they'll always be considered outsiders, too larger than life for stifling, squabbling little Europe. But as I get older, a shared cultural history & common roots are more important to making me feel Europe, despite her faults, is where I belong, my true home. Maybe this will happen to you too, America will call you back home, no matter the taxes! There's far more to life than money. PS to make Americans feel better, we don't all get free higher education - most European countries have adopted the crippling American style student loan system & even in countries where it's free, they still charge foreigners exorbitant fees
@geerliglecluse5297
My view on life is "Sometimes life is a bitch, sometimes life is a joke. In the end, life is what YOU make of it". I (10+ years experience working and living abroad) believe that's true regardless of where you live. All it takes is the right mindset, a certain willingness if you will, to see what interests you, suits you, and go out and make the most of it.
@bitehunter122
I’ve been following you for many years, and I could never figure out why you wanted to go to Europe. Now, I want to move to Europe. Specifically, Spain. I met someone on TikTok, who I fell in love with immediately. I hope to get a digital nomad visa. I think that’s what you got. On the other hand, I would like to earn a terminal degree in English, like a masters degree or a doctorate degree. So I wanted to refresh myself with the way you did it. If I’m not mistaken, I think you fell in love with a lady friend in Europe, and move to Europe to explore your possibilities while working online in the tech industry in one regard or another. So I was inspired to hunch you down, and watch your videos again for more information how you did it. I’m afraid to go abroad. I surprisingly got my US passport. Now I would like to become a citizen of Spain and of Mexico. I thought it would be nice to work in Costa Rica. In Belize. In the Philippines. Although I really want to stay home in Indiana, the heart wants to be with whom it loves. So I hope you make more content about how you did it all. I will be eagerly awaiting your videos to follow your footsteps. I am very overwhelmed at the quality of life in Spain, even though they are socialist. The USA has a conversation between blacks and whites. Republicans and Democrats only. I’m tired of it. I’m tired of the racism. I’m tired of the bad food. I’m tired of the high cost of living. Although I still have responsibilities in the USA, I hope to live in Spain and travel back-and-forth between the USA and Spain with most of my time spent in Spain. Once again, it’s good to see you. You look really European. That’s a good thing.
@ChristheFreelancer
Basically, make American money and spend it outside of America and the value on your money you’ll experience will be higher.
@crispyngold9181
Always love when you drop content. It always inspires me.
@dyrellbevels9938
Thanks man! 👍🏽
@miraclehesed8959
I want to experience Europe. I'm a Nigerian and in tech. But I have not gotten successful in landing a job at the moment. But when I do., and I have the finances, I will visit Europe. Thanks Jack for sharing this.
@Fletch_0351
Awesome video man. I am a die hard patriot even though things are looking grim at times. I will say, that living abroad like this sounds very appealing to me especially as an aspiring developer. Keep up the great content.
@ZaneChandy
Great to see you're doing well Aaron.
@Metruzanca
Great video Aaron. Glad to see you back on youtube. You've got me intrigued. I grew up in europe but moved to the US for the better pay. Now I'm here and tbh, if I could get the same pay but in europe, theres a good chance I'd go back. Last year I explored using platforms like upwork but just ended up getting another job from it instead of being a freelancer. I might give that a shot again and see if I can make it as a freelancer... but I'll probably still just get a 9to5. We'll see.
@yabalife2352
Great informative video! I've watched you on and off for years and you seem comfortable just being, now......
@jaredkeown
Definitely like to see more videos like this to get more info regarding expat living. I plan to do so in a few years after my kid finishes high school. Thankfully, I have a remote job currently and hope to live abroad
@estancianews7837
Rural America is another world. Love it.
@Ziggy9000