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Today, I'm featuring three sailing-related books focusing on quitting the rat race for a simpler existence living aboard a boat. Even if a sailing and cruising lifestyle isn't for you, you may find inspiration in these books to make changes in your own life and lead a life less "normal" and more fulfilling.
LEAP OF FAITH: QUIT YOUR JOB AND LIVE ON A BOAT by Ed Robinson
The author describes himself and his
wife as carefree boat bums and beachcombers and in this book he tells
you how they went about achieving a simpler life. He walks the reader
through the process of getting rid of all of their stuff, his
approach to debt, buying a boat, and living aboard full-time.
Throughout the book, he spells out what he thinks is wrong with
today's society and why living a “normal” life doesn't
necessarily bring one happiness. His anecdotes and reflections
provide compelling evidence that working hard to amass possessions,
gain a certain social status, and achieve the “American dream”
isn't the right path for everyone. His story may provide the
inspiration you need to achieve your own dream, whether it's living a
nomadic life on a sailboat or in an RV, getting out of debt and not
worrying about making ends meet, or just choosing a simpler
lifestyle.
Interestingly, I believe the author has just put his boat up for sale. I'm curious to see what new adventures he and his wife have planned.
Find out more about Ed and his book on Amazon | Facebook | Blog | Twitter
KEYS TO THE KINGDOM by Annie Dike
After spending six years as a
lawyer, the author turned her back on a lucrative career and the
potential of making partner at her firm, instead embracing the
freedom of life living aboard and cruising on a sailboat. Dike
interweaves stories of her former professional life and childhood
with accounts of the her sailing adventures. And she's not afraid to
share her misadventures as well and what she learned from them.
Whether or not you're interested in a cruising lifestyle, if you're
stuck in a career that doesn't bring you joy and are dreaming of a
simpler, more fulfilling lifestyle, this book may inspire you to make
changes of your own.
Find out more about Annie and her book on Amazon | Facebook | Blog |
Find out more about Annie and her book on Amazon | Facebook | Blog |
OFF THE GRID by Mark Reinhardt
Off the Grid is an account of one
man's journey from working 60-hour weeks and getting nowhere to
living life off the grid and finding fulfillment and freedom in a
simpler way of life. The author shares how he bought and outfitted a
relatively inexpensive sailboat, cleared his debts, and his
adventures cruising in Florida and the Bahamas.
One of my favorite sections was
about an encounter with a powerboat at night in the Bahamas which had
run out of fuel. The author tells us how he towed their boat to the
nearest port, but what makes this even more interesting was that he
also shares accounts from both the husband and wife on the powerboat
where they share their views about what must have been a very
stressful experience. I also really enjoyed the diary-style entries
where the author shares sections of his Captain's Log in between
chapters. Throughout the book, he shares his personal philosophy –
the importance of a positive attitude, the law of attraction, and
simply having gratitude for all that life gives you. It's these kinds
of personal insights which makes this book such an engaging read.
Find out more about Mark and his book on Amazon
Note: I won copies of all three of these books courtesy of Saving to Sail (a site dedicated to learning how to make money online, while sailing the world) and voluntarily chose to leave honest reviews.
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What books have you been reading lately? Have you read any of the books featured here today?
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Inspiring! Thank you for sharing. My early retirement has been such a blessing. And since my husband was able to leave his job a couple of years later, we are both thrilled to have a quiet life out of the rat race. He occasionally debates finding something for a little extra money to pay for things like a new back deck. Whether or not he does, I'm happy he hasn't made noises about me finding outside employment for quite some time. ~happy sigh~ Enjoy safe and pleasant Sailing!
ReplyDeleteThat's great that you're able to enjoy early retirement :-)
DeleteI love our boat. I can't imagine living on her full time though. Some it works for and others it doesn't.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day. ♥
It's like anything - works for some, not for others.
DeleteA simpler life does sound good, since i can't get one right now, i should enjoy it vicariously and read about those who do!
ReplyDeleteLiving vicariously through others is a good strategy :-)
DeleteI’ve not read any of these books, but am happy with my less “normal” life. Much more people are out on the water doing this now. And, many books are being written about it. Every story is somewhat different, and engaging, I’m sure. :-)
ReplyDeleteI happen to know someone who has a very engaging story - can't wait until her memoir is released :-)
DeleteI don't own a boat, but I love the idea of living a simpler life.
ReplyDeleteI think a simpler life is appealing to more and more people these days.
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