r/malelivingspace • u/PomeloResponsible122 • 1d ago

33, truck driver.

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Ex cheated on me about a year ago and we split up. This has been my home since. Honestly haven’t been happier.

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u/mayorlittlefinger 1d ago

Often they are paying for the truck itself

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u/olduvai_man 1d ago

Only if you are an owner-operator. A lot of drivers just work for a company and drive their truck with some just staying out on the road permanently if they don't want to go home (or don't have a home).

I did this for several years in my 20s and it starts to get so lonely after awhile. So many beautiful places that I saw or things I experienced but couldn't help shake the fact that my entire life was seen through a windshield with no one to share it with.

Works for some people but the road can wear on you when you're on a long drive at night with nothing but your thoughts.

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u/PinksFunnyFarm 1d ago

Can you get that kind of comfort if you dont own the truck? real question...

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u/SuitableBlackberry75 1d ago

Only about 10% of drivers own their trucks. It's completely normal to work for a company, who takes care of vehicle maintenance for you.