Why This ‘Dream Life’ Started Draining Me

Why does a “dream life” sometimes feel exhausting? This is a week of my freelance life in Chiang Mai — and how it started draining me. After working remotely across Asia as a freelance video editor, I spent time living in Chiang Mai, one of the most popular cities for digital nomads. On the surface, it’s everything I wanted: freedom, community, creativity, and the ability to work from anywhere. But I didn’t expect how easy it is to get overwhelmed. Constantly adapting to new places, meeting new people, balancing work and social life… it slowly started to take more energy than I realized. This video shares the reality behind the lifestyle — not just the highlights, but the part no one really talks about. Learning how to rest, set boundaries, and design a life that actually fits me has become just as important as the freedom itself. 🎬 Instagram:   / bbumafilm   🌐 Website: https://www.bbumafilm.com 📩 Business inquiries: info.bbuma@gmail.com #digitalnomad #freelancelife #chiangmai #remotework #creativefreelancer #workfromanywhere