Why We Left Everything to Build This Eco Dream Home in Bohol - Philippines

Описание: 5 Emotional Reasons This Foreigner Built an Eco Dream Home in Bohol – Philippines 🇵🇭

After 20 years of visiting the Philippines, I finally took the leap. I sold everything in Australia, left the rat race behind, and—with my partner April—built our off-grid eco dream homestead on the beautiful island of Bohol. Not to escape life, but to build a better one. All for just $125k AUD. Less than the cost of a tiny home on wheels in Australia.

In this video, I share the 5 emotional reasons behind our decision to move to Bohol, over the many other stunning islands in the Philippines and why as a foreigner, I instantly fell in love with Bohol back in 2004. *Warning, get a box of tissues ready.

From reassessing what really matters in life, to reconnecting with nature, choosing community over convenience, and asking the big question: “When is enough… enough?”

This isn’t just about building a house. It’s about building a life with more meaning, more freedom, and yes, a whole lot more roosters than I ever expected!

Along the way, I also open up about:

– How I managed to retire at 45
– What made us chose Bohol over bigger cities or tourist hotspots
– What it really feels like to trade ‘more’ for ‘enough’
– And why letting go of a “normal life” might just be the sanest decision we’ve ever made

Whether you’re dreaming of retiring early, building your own home, or just craving a simpler life with more connection and less noise — I hope this video gives you a bit of insight, a bit of inspiration, and maybe even a laugh or two.

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