Stages

10 Stages To Getting On The Road

When Planning any BIG endeavor you need stages along the way as you go. This goes for anything weather building a car or getting ready to live the full time RV lifestyle. So lets take a look at what I believe the stages are and see if you are any closer to getting on the road.

1. I have a Hunch. The light bulb goes on over your head. Hey, I think I can do that. In other words, ACT ON IT.

2.Talk about it. Tell your family, friends, community. Yes you might have to explain quite a bit to some of them and some will still not understand. Try to involve
them as much as you can, it will make them feel better. They will be your support system.

3.The Sponge. Learn everything you can. Read all you can, watch you tube videos, ask   
questions on forums, join Facebook groups. Sponge up ideas.                                            

4.Build. Build your idea. Read, Write, Collect information. All you can. Visit RV dealers and ask lots of questions. (its best if you know most of the answers before you ask) That way you'll know if the salesperson knows what he's talking about.

5.Confusion. Dread, Heart of Darkness, Doubt, Fear. Think you’re confused now, wait till you start working on a budget. That's where you want to pull your hair out. Trust me. I know. But not to worry, as my Mom always said “This too shall pass”You will have fear and doubt, that's natural. You can work through it.

6.Take a Breather. Step away and take a break. Stop thinking about what you are doing. It may seem like a monumental task. Just remember the saying, How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. Clear your head for a few days and then go back to work.

7.The Love Sandwich. Get constructive feedback from family, friends. Go back and look at #2. Those people. Again ask them questions. They will think of things you haven’t. Don't think they are trying to squash your dreams, they may be playing devil's advocate. Listen to what they have to say, and then go find out the answers. 

8.The Breakthrough. You will have many many false breakthroughs. Celebrate these little breakthroughs. All these little ones will ultimately lead to the Big breakthrough.

9.Revisit your notes. Go through your notes from time to time, try to find what you might have missed. Compare your figures to other full timers. Are your numbers close to theirs? If not see what may be different and why. You will always find a clue that brings it all together.

10. Know when you are done. Enjoy the Ride.