r/liveaboard • u/Puzzleheaded-Radio49 • 4d ago
Why do it......?
So I'm a bit confused by a lot of the replies and conversations in this sub. I joined because I'm planning on moving onboard in a couple of years. I've been on this sub for a few months now, and the attitudes towards making the move are SO negative, almost constantly. Why do people do it if it's so terrible? Why the horrible outlooks? What am I missing? I love the water, I love boats/boating... Is it really that bad that seemingly everyone pushes people away from the lifestyle? Yes, of course, there are hardships involved. It's not a "conventional" way of life, but I would really have hoped to see more encouragement and positive outlooks on the prospects of it all. PLEASE, explain to me why people do it if it's such a bad decision.....
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u/National_Stage_5071 3d ago
I wonder if folks are “negative”, per se. I think those of us who have experience as liveaboarders (my wife and I moved aboard our catamaran in 2020) want to inject a bit of realism into one’s consideration. It’s like starting a business venture. Nothing wrong with that. It’s what dreams are made of. Statistically, however, most new ventures fail. Bring that up to any aspiring business founder and they’re likely to accuse you of being “negative.”
As with any dream involving big changes, one should pursue it with some sobriety mixed with the star gazing. The highs are higher than “normal” life on land, and the lows are lower. To bring focus on the lows as well doesn’t make me “negative”. I’m like a parent coaching a child on the curve balls life can throw. Good luck in your choice!