Expenses merely take on different forms. In order to decide if full-timing is for the reader, Stephanie prods with questions about filling time on the road, making travel plans, and a continuous vacation versus routine chores. Yet, she acknowledges that some folks tie their identity to careers and status and cannot be happy on the road. She addresses the guilt families and friends may lay on those embarking on a life on wheels. But she notes that going on the road does not have to be forever.
People can switch back to a traditional lifestyle.
In one chapter, Stephanie suggests making a list of doubts a reader may have about the lifestyle. She offers a quiz for one's self-esteem. She compares the compact living space of an RV to a small deserted island. Stephanie points out the difference between camping as an activity and full-timing as a lifestyle. She notes that shopping for rigs that fit full-timing needs is important.