During the weekend I had a talk with Link Knight from youtube about the
mentality of an off gridder. We discussed the mental preparations that
are necessary for someone who is considering going off the grid.
Link's youtube channel is:
Link Knight
Taking
that first step into energy independence can be a bit scary. The two of
us have both taken the plunge fully into off grid living. Some people
go off the grid step by step as budget or other situations allow.
If
you are afraid to just jump ahead and go off the grid or your budget
will not allow it then simply start slowly with a simple small solar
panel and a few LED lights. Build up your system as finances allow and
eventually you will be off the grid. This is one way to get your home
off the grid with less stress.
There is not problem with taking
the plunge as Link and I did though. It requires a bit of mental
preparation first. You also do not need to be rich to do it. We both
were thrown into our situation suddenly and unprepared. We both had to
start out with very little and work out way up to a more comfortable
living level as budget allowed.
Living off the grid requires a
bit of a lifestyle adjustment as well. You have to learn how to use
energy and water sparingly. There will no longer be unlimited energy and
water at your fingertips. But the tradeoff is that you need never
suffer a sudden and unexpected power outage again. Your own energy needs
will be in your control.
A move to energy saving appliances is
also necessary for budget off grid living. This can be things such as
switching to LED light bulbs, a top open fridge or converted freezer and
learning how to replace your power hungry appliances with old fashioned
ways such as trading the slow cooker for a dutch oven.
Getting off the grid gives you a sense of freedom and peace.
Anyone can do it.
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