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- Sick of the grind, he ditched the city to live in a tiny house in the woods. Now, he estimates he gets by on $750 a month. (newsbreak.com)
Anders Boisen, a 36-year-old from Denmark, has been living contentedly in his tiny house in the woods for over three years, a life change prompted by a desire to escape societal norms and live on his own terms. Previously entrenched in urban life in Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, Boisen transitioned from a stable municipal job to embracing the uncertainty and simplicity of off-grid living.
Boisen’s journey into tiny living began during the pandemic when he opted to focus solely on building his tiny house—a project that underscored his commitment to a minimalist, environmentally conscious lifestyle. This shift was not without its challenges, notably moving from a regular income to facing economic uncertainties. Boisen’s tiny house endeavor included setbacks like an initial theft and weather-related construction issues, yet these hardships were met with perseverance and aid from friends and a carpenter.
Now settled on a plot of land he purchased for about $23,800, Boisen’s home is fully off-grid. He derives power from solar panels, collects rainwater, and heats his home by chopping wood.
His lifestyle, though solitary at times, is rich in community interactions and personal satisfaction. Boisen supplements his income by giving presentations on off-grid living and renting out an annex on his property through Airbnb.
Boisen’s choice reflects a broader trend among individuals, particularly millennials facing high urban living costs, who turn to tiny house living to realign their values and financial priorities. Through his experience, Boisen has not only transformed his way of living but also inspired others to consider how much, or how little, it takes to find contentment and fulfillment.