Why We Abandoned City Life for an Off-Grid Lifestyle

We didn’t just move… we walked away from everything we knew. In this video, we share our story — how and why we ended up living off-grid on a remote island. What started as an idea slowly turned into a life-changing decision. No electricity, no running water, no shortcuts. Just us, nature, and the determination to build a different kind of life. This is not just about off-grid living. It’s about freedom, risk, hard work, and choosing a path that most people wouldn’t dare to take. 🌿 Why did we leave modern life behind? 🏝️ What pushed us to move to an island? 🔥 And what is life really like out here? If you’ve ever dreamed about living differently — this is for you. Subscribe and follow our journey as we continue building our off-grid life from scratch. 📍 Follow our journey: Instagram: @islestead TikTok: @islestead Check out my greatest inspiration! Kirsten Dirksen    / kirstendirksen   Tiny House Giant Journey    / @tinyhousegiantjourney   #offgrid #islandlife #simpleliving #homesteading #offgridliving