Ever wanted to unplug from the rat race?
For anyone considering a shift toward off-grid living, there are plenty of resources available—but few are as thought-provoking and practical as Nick Rosen’s book How to Live Off-Grid. Preparing for life disconnected from modern infrastructure takes both mental resilience and physical readiness, and this book offers a great starting point.
Packed with real-life stories and personal experiences gathered during Rosen’s travels, it’s a must-read for anyone dreaming of stepping away from the system. Whether you're planning a complete lifestyle change or just curious about self-sufficiency for a weekend escape, the book blends engaging storytelling with useful tips.
The term 'off-grid' literally describes places or people disconnected from the main utilities—no tap water, no electricity, no landlines. Off-grid living can take many forms, from secluded islands to yurts, treehouses, and everything in between. Those who live this way might be backpackers, eco-conscious adventurers, self-reliant survivalists, business nomads, or free-spirited wanderers. They travel by van, yacht, houseboat, or rugged 4x4s—always existing beyond or between the web of infrastructure that defines modern life. For some, it’s a lifestyle choice driven by environmental values; for others, it’s about affordability or pure freedom.
This book explores both the physical reality and the mindset of living off-grid. It follows Nick Rosen, along with his partner and their baby, as they journey in a camper van to meet off-gridders of every kind—part-time and full-time, urban and rural, on land and water. Part travel memoir, part practical guide, the book also offers insights on how to embrace off-grid principles in your own backyard or local park, along with tips for avoiding common challenges and discovering the best tools and tech for a more independent way of life.
If you’re exploring ways to learn survival skills in Sweden or are thinking about taking a survival course in Stockholm, this read will complement your journey—offering both inspiration and insight into the realities of off-grid life.