I Left Canada for Vietnam… and My Entire Worldview Changed

#usa I Left Canada for Vietnam… and My Entire Worldview Changed What happens when you leave everything familiar behind and start over in a completely different part of the world? In this episode, we follow Ollie, who made the bold decision to leave Montreal and build a new life in Ho Chi Minh City. What started as a simple plan to teach English quickly turned into something much bigger—an entirely new perspective on life, culture, and what it really means to live well. From meeting people from all over the world to experiencing a completely different lifestyle, Ollie shares how living in Vietnam reshaped his mindset and opened doors he never imagined. But beyond the cultural shift, there’s also a financial reality that’s hard to ignore… Living in Vietnam, he’s able to spend significantly less while enjoying a higher quality of life compared to Canada. With lower rent, cheaper food, and a more convenient lifestyle, this move isn’t just about travel—it’s about freedom, opportunity, and redefining success. This is more than just a relocation story. It’s about growth, taking risks, and discovering a life that feels aligned. If you’ve ever thought about leaving your home country, becoming a digital nomad, or building a life abroad, this is a story you need to hear. Chapters: 00:00 A Different World in Vietnam 01:06 From Canada to Asia 02:25 Why He Chose Vietnam 03:20 Inside His Studio & Daily Life 04:38 Cost of Living Breakdown 06:05 Living on Less in Vietnam 07:07 Canada vs Vietnam Expenses 08:44 Food & Lifestyle Differences 10:08 Culture, Freedom & Relationships 12:16 First Impressions of Vietnam 13:50 Work, Visas & Opportunities 15:00 Why Life Feels Better Abroad 16:26 Personal Growth & Independence 17:30 Business, Music & Opportunities 19:05 How Foreigners Move to Vietnam 20:24 Challenges of Living Abroad 22:26 Vietnam’s Creative Scene 24:32 Future Goals & Vision 25:12 Advice for Moving Abroad Produced by: Team Relocated Director : Zoey Pham cinematography :Thuong Nguyen Color Grading : Relocated Special Thanks to : Oli Subscribe to Relocated :    / @relocatedd   About Relocated Relocated is a documentary series that follows the emotional, financial, and cultural journeys of people who leave their home countries to build new lives abroad. Each episode explores why they left, where they went, how they adapted, and what life really looks like after the move—from housing and cost of living to identity, safety, family, and personal freedom. Through real apartment tours, day-in-the-life storytelling, and honest conversations, Relocated goes beyond the highlight reel to show the truth behind starting over in a new country. The series documents expats, creatives, families, and solo movers navigating unfamiliar systems, new cultures, and the trade-offs that come with choosing a different life. Relocated isn’t about escaping—it’s about redefining success, regaining control, and discovering what “home” means when you choose it for yourself. #relocated #usa #livingabroad #costofliving #vietnam #motivation #inspiration #life #retirement #us #costofliving I Left Canada for Vietnam… and My Entire Worldview Changed