One of the biggest changes you’ll struggle with when you move into your car or vehicle you’ve decided on is keeping busy and figuring out how to spend your time. A good book or small hobby if you have the room for it will prove essential when it’s raining or you simply have nothing else to do. I have myself a nice camp chair that I set up for about two hours every night and I sit out and read or update myself with current events on my phone.
One thing I’ve noticed lately, is the change in my overall demeanor. I’m much calmer, and my mind seems to be more at peace. When I speak to people, my words are more deliberately chosen. Being a salesman, I would say that this change has been very beneficial in my ability to make sales. It also gives you a tremendous amount of time for self reflection, and deep thought. Sitting out in nature for hours can bring you to reflect in a new way.
One of the really exciting things about living in your car is mobility. I work in South East Alaska seasonally during the summer, but as soon as it’s over I have the ability to essentially take my home wherever I want. It’s exciting to think about all the places you can visit.
Lastly you will be surprised at how much time you spend keeping your car tidy and organized. Being organized is essential if you plan on living out your vehicle. You have to find a place for your food, your bedding, your shoes, your laundry (dirty and clean) and then keeping it all pleasant to be in. I’ve opted for a couple large bins which I separate my clean and dirty laundry. Then I have a plastic organizer zip-tied to the back of my drivers seat, where I put lots of miscellaneous items such as my knife, my bug nets and other items.
Living In A Car 