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    Default Living Life at the edge of Civilization

    Though not as isolated as Agafia Lykova it is certainly on the edge..

    It is intended as a more open thread where many contributions can be made. Not just about elderly survivors but any group that exist on the edge of civilization in harsh conditions and survive, and LIVE.


    94 Year-Old Grandmother Living Alone



    Quote At 94, Vasilyna is one of the last people on Earth to live a truly authentic, isolated life.

    In this cinematic documentary, we travel back to the edge of the world to witness the incredible resilience of a woman who has spent her entire life 1,500 meters above civilization. Living in a historic mountain hut built in 1824, Vasilyna is a living bridge to the past. While the world below rushes into the future, she lives in harmony with the harsh, breathtaking elements of the high mountains, just as her ancestors did two centuries ago.
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    That's amazing... it's probably how many of our ancestors lived, resourcefully off the land and at the mercy of the elements.

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    Default Re: Living Life at the edge of Civilization

    Do see this thread: (also started by Ewan, 10 years ago)(And yes, Agafia Lykova is still there, living alone in the deep, remote Siberian Forest, now aged nearly 81. Her Wiki page is here.)


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    You’ll Realize Your Life Isn’t That Hard After Seeing This



    Quote This documentary tells the extraordinary story of an 84-year-old grandmother living high in the Carpathian Mountains. She has spent her whole life in hardship. Even today, she takes care of everything on her own — tending her cow, chopping wood, cooking, and working every day just to survive and keep her home warm.

    After watching, you’ll understand how strong the human spirit can be — and how important it is to value the simple things we often take for granted.

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