'Last Caveman on Earth' : This 62-year-old lives like it's the Stone Age
Almost everything around us is connected, phones, homes, cars, even watches, and because of this, it's hard to even imagine a life without constant notifications, deadlines, or noise.
We wake up to alarms, check emails before brushing our teeth, and measure our days by productivity rather than peace. While technology and city life have brought comfort and convenience, they've also come with their own baggage of stress, anxiety, and a sense of never truly having enough time.
But what if someone chose to step away from all of it? Not for a vacation or a social media detox, but for life. While most of us wouldn't consider living without electricity or running water, there are still rare individuals who take up simplicity, silence, and survival in the most raw form.
People who find richness in the rhythm of nature instead of the rush of the modern world.
One such person is Aliah, a 62-year-old man living in a cave on the remote island of Socotra, Yemen. His story has gone viral because he represents something deeply human, which is choosing freedom from the chaos.
This man lives on the rugged coastline of Socotra, Yemen, and has become an internet sensation after travel vlogger Colin shared a video of him on Instagram.
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Where he wrote, 'This might be the last Caveman on Earth. Meet Aliah, the 62-year-old caveman of Yemen. He lives on the rocky shores of Socotra, surviving off the sea with nothing but what nature gives him.'
In the video, Aliah is seen fishing by hand, walking barefoot over sharp rocks, lighting fires, and sleeping in a cave, just like humans did thousands of years ago. Despite the harsh conditions, he appears content and physically strong.
'His days are measured by the tides and not time. No phone. No electricity. Just the rhythm of wind and water. And still, he smiles like he knows something the rest of us forgot,' Colin adds.
The viral video has gained over a million views and sparked a wave of admiration. People online are in awe of Aliah's resilience and peace. One user commented, 'He's richer than most millionaires.' Another said, 'No phones, just pure passion and living in the moment.'
Many admired his health and fitness at 62. 'Ok, he should share his dental hygiene routine. Those teeth look way better than I'd expect TBH,' someone joked. Others pointed out the emotional and mental peace such a life may offer. 'No tax, no bills, no anxiety, no overthinking, I bet he's a really happy dude.'
Another comment read, 'He's not crazy. He hasn't been affected by Western ideologies,' suggesting that Aliah's peace may come from staying disconnected from modern pressures.
Aliah also spoke about his family in the video, revealing that he's lost some of his children over the years. Yet, despite the loss and solitude, he continues to live peacefully in his cave, grateful for what the sea and land provide.
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