I Disappeared for 5 Months... Here's What Happened

After nearly five months away from YouTube, I'm finally back! In this episode, I share what I've been doing during my retirement hiatus here in Thailand. From relaxing trips to Hua Hin and Koh Samui with my wife to meeting viewers and fellow YouTubers, it's been an incredible few months filled with slow travel, great conversations, and enjoying life at a different pace. I'll also give you an update on my retirement portfolio, how I navigated the recent market volatility, and why having cash available during market dips can create opportunities for long-term investors. Most importantly, I'm announcing some exciting changes coming to the channel, including a new direction, a new format, and a fresh approach to future videos. If you've ever wondered what life actually looks like after retiring early and moving abroad, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of retirement, slow travel, investing, and everyday life in Thailand. Youtube Channel Recommendations: Chovy Travels:    / @chovytravel   Doc & Bean:    / @docandbean   Doc & Bean Eats:    / @docandbeaneats   Thanks for sticking around, and welcome back! Ways to support my channel: ▶ Buy Me Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/grifabroad Where I invest: ▶ Charles Schwab click here: https://www.schwab.com/client-referra... How to connect with me: ▶ Instagram:   / grifabroad   ▶ Facebook:   / 1evycmfgjb   What I use when I travel: ▶ Airalo eSIM provider for data: 📲 Hey, have you tried an eSIM? Get US$3 off your first eSIM data pack from Airalo. Use code GRIF1667 when you sign up or apply it at checkout. https://ref.airalo.com/K7i6 #Thailand #RetireAbroad #EarlyRetirement #FinancialFreedom #SlowTravel #Bangkok #RetirementLifestyle #LivingInThailand #DividendInvesting #FIRE