5 Things I LOVE About Being a Digital Nomad

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As promised, here are the 5 things I really love about being a digital nomad.

1) Rediscovering that sense of wonder we all had as kids

We've all experienced that feeling of awe that is difficult to describe.

It’s the magic of staring into the night sky, lying on your back with your dad, wondering how many stars are really out there. Or standing by a lake, feeling like you’re one with nature. Maybe it’s that camping trip with your best friend, out in the middle of nowhere.

At its core, it’s a feeling of deep connection—to nature, to the world, to everything. It’s living in the moment, without the need for anything extra, just a profound appreciation of the power of now.

The complete opposite of routine, normalcy, and familiarity.

I have a theory—it might be wrong, but maybe as nomads we are just chasing stories. Sounds odd? Let me explain.

Every story has the same core elements: a place, a main character, a setting. Each time we move to a new location, a new story unfolds because each of these storytelling elements lines up in a new, unique way—and we’re the main character.

The difference is that this story isn’t fiction. It’s real. We are all drawn to stories all the time; that is how our brain can actually interpret the world.

Without stories, nothing has meaning.

But there's something else. Beyond the stories, I think we’re also chasing transformation—each new place shapes us and changes us in ways we didn’t expect since for a story to unfold, you need external elements. Just like in Paolo Coelhos The Alchemist, the journey itself, with all its unknowns, teaches us more about who we are and what we seek than the destination ever could.

Nietzsche said, "Few have the power of being alone," and it’s in this solitude—away from the familiar—that we truly start to see who we are and what we’re capable of.

As we chase these moments of wonder, we also begin to notice how different each place is from the last, and that leads to one of the greatest gifts:

the appreciation of differences.

2) The appreciation of differences

One of the most profound changes I’ve experienced as a nomad is the evolution of my perspective. I think deep down, we’re all a little bit bigoted when it comes to things we don’t know or understand.

Exposure is the only true antidote and what truly challenges that big-goted mindset.

This is actually a minefield because, on the one hand, I’ve become more conservative over time in my political views—it is hard to unsee reality and truth once you've seen it.

But at the same time, I've grown far more open to different customs, cultures, and people. You start to realize that even if you don’t agree with or fully understand the traditions of another culture, there’s still immense value in them. A good example of this are places like Vietnam, Sri Lanka or Egypt.

These countries have little in common with what I once called home, yet each is unique and precious in its own way. The way a community operates might not align with your worldview, but that doesn’t mean it’s wrong.

There’s a richness in differences, and the beauty of travel is that it forces you to confront that head-on.

It’s this balance—holding firm in some beliefs while staying open to others—that has reshaped me. It’s a constant dance between embracing new ideas and grounding myself in what I know to be true.

The result?

A deeper appreciation for the world’s complexity and an understanding of how little I actually know.

3) Making staying outside of the comfort zone a habit

One of the most powerful aspects of the digital nomad lifestyle is that it forces you to make discomfort a habit.

Tony Robbins puts it like that:

Every new country, every new language, and every unfamiliar custom pushes you beyond the boundaries of what you know. In many ways, this constant adaptation becomes a lifestyle in itself.

It is embracing uncertainty and allowing your tolerance for it to grow.

The first time you’re thrown into a situation where you don’t speak the language or you need to navigate an unfamiliar system, it’s unnerving. But over time, you start to realize that this discomfort is where the real growth happens.

You learn to become resourceful, patient, and open-minded simply because you have to be.

Adapting to new environments—whether it’s learning a new skill, picking up bits of a new language, or figuring out the unspoken rules of a different culture—keeps you in a state of constant evolution.

It’s not easy and that is precisely why it is good for you.

And perhaps the most important lesson is this: being comfortable with discomfort is a skill that spills over into every other part of your life. It teaches you that growth is often uncomfortable, but the rewards are worth it.

In the end, you don’t just get better at navigating the world—you get better at navigating yourself.

4) Becoming extremely social and a loner at the same time

Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, it doesn’t matter. You’ll get what you need the most.

If being alone is what you fear the most. Great! You will definitely have plenty of that.

If talking to strangers is making you sweat. Awesome! You will have plenty of that too.

Solo travel will test you in so many ways that no matter how hard you try to avoid it, you will end up growing, changing and adapting to new environments.

I love talking to random people so I made a new YouTube video where I just talk to random people and potential nomads on the street and ask them how they make money, being curious…

Travel doesn’t just challenge your comfort zone; it expands it.

Whether it’s striking up a conversation with strangers or playing football with kids in a remote village, these human moments will stay with you forever.

They remind you of the humanity that binds us all, making life richer, more meaningful, and ultimately unforgettable.

5. It pushed me to master digital writing and personal branding

Back in 2012, during my first business in Mexico, I was familiar with Facebook ads. It was the early days, a gold rush, and Facebook ads were a gold mine. I invested over a quarter of a million USD into building a funnel to create a distribution network.

But when it came to digital writing and crafting a compelling brand story, I was completely in the dark.

A year ago, I had no idea where to start, but diving into the world of writing and personal branding has been a transformative journey. It forced me to learn from scratch, adapt, and build new skills.

I sucked at a lot of them.

It is never too late to change your mind, learn a skill, or get better at something.

I love the idea of being a solopreneur with location independence rather than being tied to a single physical address. Learning how to build a newsletter has been a game-changer. I’ve learned how to write compelling stories, secure sponsorships, and connect with incredibly talented individuals who are on the same path.

These aren’t just any skills; I believe they’re essential for the future.

Why? Given the current state of censorship, the political climate in the West—especially in countries like Brazil, the US, Germany, and England—is heading in a direction where free speech is under an all-out attack.

It’s a smart move not to rely solely on platforms that can pull the plug on you at any moment.

Owning a mailing list or newsletter means having full control—it’s yours 100%.

It's not like Facebook or Instagram, where people are kicked off for no reason other than they don't agree with your politics or opinions. No one can take it away from you.

To make my point, here is a story from my own life:

During the pandemic, at my former company, Nano Depot, we distributed a cutting-edge coating that could kill the SARS-CoV virus on contact with remarkable effectiveness.

We conducted months-long successful tests on Mexico City's Metro, with now President-elect of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum personally overseeing the project when she was still the head of the government of Mexico City.

On the day we were supposed to sign the contract, tragedy struck—the Metro crashed.

I remember that day, May 3rd, 2021, because we had a meeting scheduled with Mrs. Sheinbaum, who couldn’t make it due to the disaster with 26 people killed.

What followed was more bad news for me.

A few days later, we were shut down on Facebook. Our account was locked, despite having a government-issued certificate from Germany verifying our product’s effectiveness. No one cared about the hundreds of thousands of dollars I had invested in ads alone over the years. Just like that, my firm account was gone because social media platforms decided to crack down on companies offering solutions to the virus.

The lesson?

First, of course, shit happens and secondly, the importance of direct communication with your audience.

You cannot rely on platforms that have no obligation to support or even respond to your needs. It can be financial suicide.

As the West grows more vulnerable, it’s crucial to think ahead. We’re on the edge of significant changes that could spiral out of control. When governments start cracking down on freedom, those who aren’t adaptable will be the first to feel the pressure.

Becoming location-independent isn’t just about the freedom to travel. It’s about having the freedom to pivot when things go wrong.

Thanks for reading Roman

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