Today's video isn't easy to share, but it could save your life. I'm opening up about my terrifying near-death experience with carbon monoxide poisoning and the critical warning signs I completely missed.
After the recent tragic news about carbon monoxide deaths, I felt compelled to share my own story. This invisible, odorless killer nearly took my life, and I want to make sure you know what to look for before it's too late.
Carbon Monoxide 00:36
Stop Being Scared 08:32
Driving 13:55
In this video, I cover:
- The subtle symptoms I dismissed that were actually WARNING SIGNS
- How carbon monoxide poisoning can happen in ANY living situation (even houses)
- The safety device that EVERYONE needs (it costs less than $20 and saved my life)
- Why I actually feel safer living in my minivan after this horrifying experience
- Important safety protocols I've developed during my 8 years of van life
I also talk about how this experience fundamentally changed me after losing my husband to a drunk driver. Living through these tragedies has taught me that unconventional choices like van living can sometimes be safer than what society considers "normal."
For those interested in learning more, my book "How to Live in a Minivan" goes deeper into safety considerations for alternative living arrangements.
Drop a comment with any questions about carbon monoxide safety or share your own close calls. Your story could help someone else recognize the warning signs I missed.
Stay safe out there,
Minivan Lee
Timestamps
Monoxide poisoning 01:28
Symptoms 03:10
Safety in a van 07:32
Don’t be scared 08:32
Driving 13:33
Symptoms
Carbon monoxide poisoning affects the brain and heart the most. Exposure over time might lead to symptoms that can be mistaken for the flu without the fever. Clearer symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include:
- Headache.
- Weakness.
- Dizziness.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Shortness of breath.
- Confusion.
- Blurred vision.
- Drowsiness.
- Loss of muscle control.
- Loss of consciousness.
⚠️ If you experience these symptoms, get fresh air immediately and call 911!
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