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A couple formerly employed as a taxi driver and a pharmacist in São Paulo transitioned to full-time liveaboard life on a sailboat in Ubatuba, Brazil.4:22 The pair initially lived on a 25-foot vessel before upgrading to a larger boat, noting that smaller craft offer fewer maintenance costs and less complexity.3:25 They emphasize that the primary barrier to moving aboard is shedding the professional identity or "character" built during years of corporate employment.7:28 The transition improved their physical health, as they report fewer respiratory issues compared to their time working in urban traffic.19:10 They manage their lifestyle by prioritizing simplicity, noting that excessive technology and large boat size increase maintenance requirements and costs.23:14 The couple currently operates sailing charters, finding the work more rewarding than their previous careers due to the positive energy of guests.12:27 They advise prospective liveaboards to start with what they can afford rather than waiting for a larger vessel, as the core benefits of the lifestyle stem from simplicity and autonomy.25:52

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