It’s been at least 8 years since I’ve had a 9 to 5 job. I had left the system because I don’t agree with many of the rules, obligations and taxes that the government imposes on you. But also the unreliable soyboys of politicians who only make it worse by serving the corporations instead of the people. Nevertheless most of the people are also in deep sleep. I didn’t want to contribute to such a system, still actually. Thus I embraced the digital nomad lifestyle as the freedom of it suited me more. I did a lot of freelance work and was able to make a good living from it.
For this trip I want to save a bit more money and the freelance work has not been so stable since the start of that epidemic BS. And to be honest, I’m also kind of done dealing with whining customers who always want a front row seat for a dime.
The thought of having to reintegrate into the system I had spent the last few years avoiding was daunting.
So if you want that big gold pot then you have to give something for it, right? The thought of having to reintegrate into the system I had spent the last few years avoiding was daunting. Still I took the plunge and looked for a job. That means registering myself in the system again, searching for a job, adjust to the hours and expectations of the job, acquiring health insurance because it’s mandatory and all that other nonsense.
I ended up working as machine operator in a textile factory that produces and distributes fashion fabrics, for the West and Central African market. It pays pretty well and I need that to complete my gear and saving some money to have some financial stability and freedom, for example; If I want to stay a little longer in a city etc.
But also to expand my digital gear with the new Gopro 11 camera, a Dji Drone would be nice, a good powerbank, solar charger and maybe an Insta360 X3 camera. To document all my adventures in a more visual extensive way so I can share it with you in a nice quality.
So I have to bite the bullet and put my principles aside for a while to achieve the bigger goal. It’s only for a few months tho and I’m filled with excitement for when I set off on my bike tour, knowing that it would be an adventure of a lifetime.
Wouldn’t you agree?
Hppy trvls! ✌🏾