The off-grid lifestyle is taking the world by storm as people are seeking alternative housing for monetary, sustainability, or simplicity purposes.
A TikTok user, Bree (@breeanin), celebrated one year of living off-grid in a video. The video showed how they upgraded their home while keeping all the benefits of a self-sufficient lifestyle.
@breeanin It's your favorite off grid tiny home ambassadors one year anniversary of living off grid at Little Village! In honor of the special day I made a recap video of all that's gone down from then to now! If you've been seeing the journey for a bit thanks for hangin 😊 and if you're new here I hope u stick around 💗 Thank you to the Little Village crew 5ever for showing me the ropes and takin a chance on me. When I'm old and grey I'll look back and think how lucky and sweet it's all been 😊🥺💗 #offgridliving #offgridhomestead #tinyhomes #tinyhomeliving #camperlifestyle ♬ original sound - ogbree
In the video, Bree explains that they moved from their apartment to an off-grid camper because they were unhappy with their job.
"Do I still have the job? Yes. But am I happier? Yes," the user explains.
After a thorough renovation with the help of their dad, the older camper became a cozy abode. It has a warm furnace and space for the user's adorable cats.
"I still wake up here and think, 'Wow, what is my life?'" Bree adds, as the video shows majestic views out the travel trailer window.
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As the TikTok user has become more comfortable living the off-grid lifestyle, they recently built an off-grid cabin — making their alternative lifestyle more permanent. As a part of an off-grid community, Bree explains how their neighbors helped bring their new home to life.
"When I'm old and grey I'll look back and think how lucky and sweet it's all been," the user says.
Commenters shared their support for Ogbree's off-grid living.
One person said, "Embracing minimalism is so freeing."
Another added, "Proud of you for making the change. One day I'll get there too!"
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