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Is Life Too Short? Liveaboard Cruising and The Human Brain | Sailing Balachandra E076
13 September 2020 · 10 min · 7K views · Caribbean
What this video covers
Dan and Noelle, owners of the boat Balachandra, discuss the psychological perception of time as it relates to the transition from a nine-to-five work routine to a nomadic cruising lifestyle.1:07 The human brain automates repetitive tasks, effectively switching to standby mode during routine work weeks, which causes time to feel as though it passes quickly.3:18 Conversely, the constant influx of new experiences and challenges inherent in cruising forces the brain to remain active and record more memories.4:58 This overstimulation makes days feel longer and more significant, potentially extending the subjective experience of a lifetime.5:39 The crew notes that one month of cruising often feels equivalent to three months of a traditional working life.6:14 They also describe the concept of island time in the Caribbean, where the pace of life and expectations for punctuality differ significantly from conventional schedules.6:55
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