If ever wondered why Canadian people are loved around the world,😏👏 you two are possibly the best ambassadors for our country, beautiful mind and heart keep up the great work and vibes 🙏🥰👍
They are. I’ve traveled the world and Americans are loved around as well besides parts of the Middle East.. people act like everyone hates America thanks to the media, which isn’t true
Idk what the heck the comment above me is talking about but I agree with Ben and Ashley (despite also being German) are great examples of kind, intentional Canadians that we Americans (at the very least) love to witness
Original comment was ever wondered why Canadian people are loved around the world 🌎 and the other person said he’s traveled the world and people love Americans too, unlike what the media makes you think
I've watched every video, first time commenting. I just wanted to say, maybe this time let the goal find you. You've both worked so hard for so long and there have been huge challenges that have conked you on the chin but you meet them with grace and you overcome. (Nahoa threatening to break in half in the middle of an ocean, for instance). The next big thing is out there. Maybe you'll find it, maybe it will find you. I recently lost my husband of 54 yrs. He couldn't wait for your next video to be released. He always spoke about your tenacity and your outlook on life. The way you grab life by the balls and run with it. I have no doubt that he's still watching and cheering you on, he just has a better seat now. Your plans will all come together at some point and it will turn out to be the next big adventure. You were both born for this lifestyle and you're raising the next perfect little sailors. Quis Separabit.
Goals don’t need to be huge adventures. The most significant achievements are everyday invisible small wins and finding beauty and fun, wherever your at.
Having goals and not being able to identify them is acceptable and expected. Down time to regroup, celebrate accomplishments, and enjoy life before diggin in again. 😊 Thanks for sharing. Happy New Year 2024 🥳
Your kids will help you design your and their journey. Home schooling is a big addition to your lives. Being aware as you are shows that you are grounded and we wish only the best in your future, what ever it may bring. You all are in our prayers. Enjoying the journey. Tks for sharing.
Looking forward to when the cookies are baked and the seeds are sown. It’s all good. It will all come together. Can’t wait to see what comes next. It will be great no matter what. Happy New Year! ♥️🇨🇦
Been watching you for years now and have massive respect for you! You Got This and no matter which direction you choose for your family you WILL BE SUCCESSFUL. Thank you for sharing your sailing adventures, reality, thoughts, etc. with us. ⛵
I am 70 and have done the whole life cycle here in the States and you two have chosen the best lifestyle ever. I know you both have put in a lot of work to make this lifestyle happen, but you don't want to turn your lives over to a corporate facility that can lay you off or fire you whenever they choose, to live baby to old person being at the mercy of a government that is evil. I worked as a Healthcare consultant for years, traveled around the country and even lived overseas in two foreign lands, but being in charge of your own time and destination is always the most free life you can live, never doubt that part. There are always still more places in the world to go visit, and things to see, and even if the circumnavigation is done, you can set a new goal to visit new places you still have not been to. Your kids will not be the worst for it, you can make friends with other sailors that have kids, and so on. I have been in the place you are at now several times in my lifetime, and it is at those times the Lord was preparing me and directing me to a different plan and purpose. Like you both said in this video, that will come in time, maybe more than one option but only one will feel and seem like the right one.
I've absolutely loved your content over the past years and wanted to thank both of you for your hard work and stick-with-it-ness. Most of us understand its not all gorgeous beaches, sunsets and margaritas out there. Re summit syndrome, there's always a challenging new approach to bag the same peak. I've lost close family and friends this year. To illness that wasn't detected in time. Health comes with no guarantee even in our 30s. Strongly consider beginning another circumnavigation this year while you and your family are young and healthy. Make it your bucket list odyssey and plan to do everything you couldn't do last time and didn't have time to do. Revisit your personal favourites. Experience the new. Theme it if you wish by food, fishing and outdoor adventure. Whatever appeals. Wherever it makes sense to you. And if vlogs of exotic locales outside the Caribbean win more views, subscribers and earn more income, that's a nice little bonus. Your new boat will have cost overruns and delays. Any extra income will be critical. Don't put off what you can do today. Everything can and will change. Not always for the better. Seize those good memories while you still can. And please fish. Love those Pacific fishing videos and tutorials. I've watched and rewatched them all multiple times. Stock that freezer and those memories. Safe travels.
Wow, what a journey it has been for you both! It's amazing to see how you've embraced the sailing lifestyle and become such wonderful ambassadors for Canada. Your positive energy and zest for life are truly inspiring. Taking some time to regroup and celebrate your accomplishments is well-deserved. Cheers to another amazing year ahead! 🎉🥳🛥️
I've never sailed, but our family has an 8 year plan to sail the world in order to get away from our 9-5s and to be able to work remotely and make our own schedules. I'm sure breaks are helpful and I'm sure something more to look forward to helps pass the time and get excited about. I appreciate your alls hard work and any tips and information you share!
Love how real you guys are, take a much deserved break! I’m confident your next goal will come to you soon. it’s ok to be in between. You just had a major accomplishment. The next one I’m convinced will be equally as great while you raise two kiddos. Look forward to running into you now that we are in the same ocean. 💕
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I have always thought life travels in waves, both the peaks and the troughs. I agree that being in the troughs can be unsettling. Best wishes to you and your family.
You guys, it is as if the wind has been taken out of your sailes. And it is ok. Go with the flow. You deserve to chill. Chew on some ideas, thoughts and plans. Enjoy your kids and each other in the beautiful Caribbean. Take time out. All work and no play makes jack a dull boy and jill a dull girl. You are so amazing. I will watch you chilling or chasing. I think most people experience this at the end of any goal. Be it finnishing studies, starting THE new job, getting married, having the first child, travelling...The climax and anti-climax is always there. Maybe the years off chasing the goal does become a bit of an addiction, albeit a positive addiction. Give yourselves a well-deserved break from chasing. Breathe, eat, laugh, love, relax without any pressure for a while. As much or as little as you need. Thank you so much for sharing your feelings. Oh my goodness, I am sitting here in Cape Town and I really FEEL you. Lots of hugs.💓💓💓
I can relate 100% to how you feel after a goal is reached. From my personal experience, I have learned that the struggle is actually the best part. It shapes us and pushes us to accomplishments and makes for great stories after. There is no feeling in the world like having reached a goal... after that... not much to strive for. Not a bad video, sometimes we all have to enjoy the foundation that has been laid down before hurrying off to the next wacky thing. I wouldn't mind seeing some of the scenery you have there, as Im adding one more layer of clothing each day.
I love that you still have a wonderlust and desire to explore. I always always have goals… I can’t imagine not having them. The ones (You Tubers) who seem to stop sailing are younger and tend to go round and round in the Caribbean. I am trying to get gone and follow in your wake. It’s hard though. I have so many ties I can’t just break… but you are one of top few channels who really inspire me Happy New Year and safe and satisfying travels. And if you can please don’t stop between boats. The channels who have done this have got so off topic when they have tried to cover upto 2 years not sailing and running a sailing channel.
Happy New Year! For me, there are two parts: 1. Doing and seeing things you and the family want to do and enjoy. And second, creating content that your Aptreons and subscribers would like to see. Put those two together and see where the intersection is. Perhaps survey your Patreons. Whatever you decide, I can't wait to see what you do next. Thanks for taking me along for the ride.
Don't give up! We absolutely love watching your channel. Of course it's hard. Being mum and dad to 2 busy kids on a boat which we all know is a daily project in itself is I'm sure at times very frustrating. Your content is honest and heartfelt. Happy new year to you all. Fair winds and calm seas 🎉❤
It's funny, Carol and I (Sweet Caroline II) sensed your guys' feelings towards this season when we spoke in Grenada and Martinique. We totally understand after completing the ultimate journey. We've been doing this for 4 yrs and can't imagine living back on land and dealing with what that entails. The new boat will definitely bring you the next great adventure. It was great meeting you, and I'm sure we'll anchor behind again soon (Sandy Island).
Happy New Year's to you and your family You're just awesome couple raising your kids on the high seas with the challenging highs and lows of life. May God continue to bless you all and give you happy healthy year in 2024 and in years to come God bless and stay safe
Hi Guys, love the channel. Maybe ask yourselves a question? If you could do it all again ( the circumnavigation) what would you do differently? Then do it again. Visit all the places you skipped past, slow down, soak it up, deviate from the track sometimes, meet great people, make great videos along the way. You are clearly wanting to carry on the lifestyle, and what you have done is what you enjoy, and we enjoy too.
It is entirely reasonable to feel lost between great endeavors. I’m old. Waking up tomorrow is my goal. Your wonderful family will find your feet again if you just allow it to happen. A great starting point is happiness. And even if waking up every day does that for you you have done well. Happy new year to you and those beautiful young children of yours. Lots of love
Goals are so important, and we grow as we struggle to achieve them, but I think we also grow as we learn to just sit, as a buddhist would say - as we learn to settle into the present. Happy new year to all of you! Hoping it's fantastic, whichever form it takes!
I love that you're sharing your personal feelings. Thank U. Your right about 1 thing, it's not what happens, it's how U deal with what happens. I think that the majority of your stress & anxiety is from having young kids. U still have 10 more yrs until they become a little more independent. Life is wonderful, Relationships are a compromise. Your title sounds like your sailing is over. If U have any time for reading, reading self-help books are always a positive, but don't feel like U have to use 1 as a guide book, take bits & pieces from each one & apply it to your own life. As humans we have the cognitive ability to learning more about ourselves, to make ourselvs a better human being, happier, content, etc...I appreciate that U took time to sit down & talk to us about your personal feelings & challenges with life on a boat. Cheers to you all & Happy New Year.
Happy happy happy New Year 2024, Nahoa!!! No matter what you decide to do, you just have to make sure that you will always make us a part of it. You have a family from around the world, and we are part of your family. Just keep doing what an ordinary family can't do and go. Just make sure that we will always be a part of it, even when the kids have to go to school and forever. So be blessed and just enjoy life, and we will enjoy watching it. Just always take care and be safe. And never compromise the safety-first principle. Thank you for sharing your beautiful family and adventures. We will always be praying for your family. God bless, and again, happy, happy New Year! 🎉❤🥰🙋♂️🙏😀
Happy New Year guys! Thank you for your honesty! I know you will work this all out, make decisions and start preparations for the next chapter. Maybe visiting friends and family for a month or so would be a change of scenery and make the choices more clear. Take care and much love from a cold Arizona. ❤️
I absolutely love all your videos. Almost every year, I go to the annual maritime festival in Port Townsend, Washington.. One of my favorite things to do there is to attend seminars by people who have made sailing their life. If I don't get there early, I can't get in because the seminar room is filled to capacity. The sailers often have a book or two available for sale . Have you considered sailing to different locations around the globe to give seminars at boat shows and maritime festivals? I suspect you have already done some of this. I would love to attend a sailing seminar where you talk about your travels, challenges, etc. It could be a goal.
u guys are so used to extremes. when it stops u feel the addiction to it. Hard to tell sometimes what it is we really want. Dig deep! Wishing u all the love in the world!
Your struggles about whats next are totally relatable. When I was 18-19 I watched a surf video about Puerto Escondido in Mexico and it changed my life, from that moment I was hell bent on getting good enough to surf that place and get there to it to do it. After a few years I finally made it there and surfed the place. The experience was something that is a defining moment in my life but when I was leaving there the feeling of despair set in and took me a very long time to find motivation. I have since fallen into a career and have taken up other hobbies that help get the fire going that said nothing has really touched me the way that goal did. With the passing of time the rudderless feeling will dissipate but might not ever disappear. May you find your next peak and it be a long hard one to attain which will make the adventure that much sweeter and rewarding.
Happy New Year! Whichever turn you take, you will be great, Nahoa people. Raising family on board is not an easy task. Goals are coming in all shapes and colors. Cheers!
Hi Ben and Ashley! Happy 2024! I just wanted to say that I think it’s very important that you recognize how much you inspire people! I understand that it might be challenging to identify exact and specific goals. But try to remind yourselves and focus each day on the idea that you are contributing a gift of inspiration to the world. I’m sure you’ll have some amazing adventures to continue to inspire and share with all of your viewers in 2024. Thank you for inspiring me! :) - Jesse
We are a new channel and love your videos! We bareboat as much as we can until we can get our own boat. your videos provide great info! Keep up the good work!
Guys, I wish I had a struggle like you. Currently, I find myself grappling with the idea of whether I'll ever step foot on a boat in my lifetime. Between work, kids, house chores, and various responsibilities, it feels like a distant dream. I recently embarked on my first sailing course to obtain a license, even though I don't have a boat, experience, or concrete sailing plans. It's more about chasing a dream and hoping to experience something akin to what you all are living. You're all incredible! If I ever do set sail, you'll be my inspiration on that journey!
You both are inspiring and it's truly amazing that I can watch you both and gain your experience daily. For an aspiring sailor who doesn't even have his boater license I look forward to learning and one day embarking on my own journey. I respect the summit that you both set for yourself. I think it's important to remember you both are super intelligent and how far you've come. Don't dwindle on the unknown so much as nothing can be fully "predetermined". That's what makes life fun! Keep up the great work!
Just do you Guys! Your decision making has been excellent and you know we'll all be here, wherever you go! You're Canadian Ambassadors and have been for years. Just - keep - doing - YOU!
I remember sometime back, before you reached the Caribbean, mentioning that your next objective was to slow down and enjoy water sports activities that you used to do before children, take time to experience island time. But yeah, Caribbean cruiers do tend to go in circles. Happy New Year!
Thank you for sharing. You are a big inspiration to us as particularly as we embark on our own move as liveaboards in 2024. Your attitude to life and can do, never give up attitude is truly your most remarkable attribute. You will find your next goal, and we so look forward to seeing that, but don’t play hard on yourselves, be patient and enjoy this period of “space” recharge and get ready. As you said you dont really have an exact plan yet. Being ready though and recharged when the lightbulb switches on will stand you in good stead for the next ocean adventure . Wishing you wonderful 2024 Mark & Leigh
Thanks for helping me in my own sailing destinations for 2024...Real nice video, nice to listen some simple self questioning we all have! Happy new year.
Well I must thank you for all your videos on RUclips. I have just finished watching them all. Fantastic shows and good luck with you new Nahoa venture.
Totally agree on your analogy. Sometimes you just know it's time for a change but you can't really tell yet how this change will look like. And once you know what you want and what next step you are excited about, you need patience until things unfold in your reality. It can be so frustrating to sit and wait until things finally show up and you can go all in on your next adventure.
Keep your spirits up. You’ll find motivation and inspiration again. I used to have it after each exam phase at uni and now have it after each cycling season, a certain emptiness after achieving something. You’ll be fine, but give it a little time.
Been with you guys for almost the entire 8 years. Fellow BC'er, (Vancouver), living the dream with you all these years. At least I thought that was my dream. You, and many of the sailing channels I obsessed over have probably saved me. I so desperately wanted to live that life. My wife, not so much, but I was trying. You know what I learned from watching you, and La Vagabond and many more.........? Life is hard, and it's probably even harder if you're stuck on a small boat where you have to live / work and do everything else with your partner. Family far away, and friends...... I've been married 31 years, kids are 23/20 and we need OUR own space. I love my wife to death (not literally) but in your situation I don't think I would. We have our own stuff, we have our alone time (I have my hockey with my buds) we have not just our family but our joint friends, and our INDIVIDUAL friends, our own separate activities.. I didn't know how important that was until I followed you and the others. I thank you (and those other channels) for showing me the light. I can keep my lifestyle the way it is and escape on charters for those dreams. Those are now planned. 7 days in the Med. 7 in St Thomas. I love you guys. Been great following your lives. Wishing you and your kids all the best in 2024.
Sounds you’re just in the “inbetweens” -you’re gonna just be fine. Take a big breath and enjoy your days along the shore. Wish I could be there. Many Blessings!
I ride my ADV motorcycle to foreign countries and travel around. There's a similar feeling to what you describe as, "I can't go back to a desk job". The bizarre feeling of not knowing what is ahead of you is enormously contrasted with a daily work routine when you return home. Free roaming travel becomes addicting and maddening. "Why can't I just go and leave !?!" It's truely painful to remain in one spot.
Once you've done everything, boredom can strike. I started thinking and got stressed. The speed of life, all the diseases I could get. The friends I've lost. Then I had the next thought. "Life is a crashing plane. The only thing you don't know is the time left until you hit the earth. Use that time and have a big party and only think about the NOW"
I can’t speak for sailing but we’re in our 7th year of full time rving. Our only regret is not doing it sooner. There are people that have to be rooted somewhere and there are others that prefer to blow in the wind. Hope y’all have a wonderful 2024 ❤
New Year's Thought When I started wandering when I was 19 I realized you take yourself with you wherever you go, there is no escape, no other you out there waiting for you - there is no past, no future you're always in the present moment - to some who are afraid of the quiet moments and see life as a series of distractions and goals this can be challenging /for others it's calming & peaceful As a recovering wanderer who also had the dream of building a boat and living on it with my wife and first if two kids back in the 1970's that life had its storms and twists and shouts and never happened / for better or worse I started watching lots of blue water cruisers like yourselves, some with families too / And maybe there is some food for thought as you look inside and outside and at your beautiful family and your floating life on the island called earth Love watching you guys and your vulnerability and insights into life Food for thought
The journey is filled with seeking direction. Answers will come as long as you look. I have learned the less that I force, the more that comes to me. Allow and follow, through it all enjoy the present moment. Also, meditation silences the mind...and opens it to the answers that will come.
Thanks for sharing the true feelings behind the scenes. Look at Delos, they just carry on. As you mentioned the Seasons driving you forward. On the second lap there will be a lot of places that you have not seen yet 😊
"We are explorers, modern day explorers, and our profession lies within sharing our experiences". Hell yea! Thank you for being teachers. On the activity front, have you ever thought about learning to wing foil? It is easier to launch from a boat, and works in bigger wind ranges. Therefore easier to get out more. Would loveee to see this in a video :D Cheers from back home in Canada!
Hi Guys, Love your channel and wathced from the start. Im a local Vancouverite.🙂 Ive often wondered when you would reach this point. and when you got here, you were honest, brave enough to tell us. Bravo! Two keys to true happiness once we have lifes basics.-. 1) A person may not be selfish but self centered. Our children are an extension of us, so helping has limits. There is greater happiness in giving than recieving. A self centered life will become meaningless and hollow. A life of helping others at a cost to you ( not just from surplus) will bring more joy. 2) Our sprituality, unitl we acknowlege our creator, we are lost and alone. - these are the keys to true inner joy and purpose.
think I'll put the little clip of Bodie sliding across the bench in the Santa cap...on a loop ..that joy of it... no need to set big destination goals. We all watch because we love the Nahoa Family,no matter what you're up to..Soak up the "Happy" in 2024
Patience is a permanent state of mind. Actually it is the opposite to anxiety. Sure patience is an exercise in endurance while you accomplish goals or a goal but ultimately it needs be a permanent state not merely something you exercise to accomplish a goal.
Slow down…enjoy the Caribbean cruise season…When the hurricane season resumes take us to Canada's eastern shores…after summer head down the coast back to Annapolis, and set up for Panama for the 2024-25 season. Just keep doing what you’re doing so well introducing the kids and us to new places and sailing lifestyle.
As Canadian citizens if they brought Nahoa into Canada they would have to pay duty and GST/HST on the value of the boat. So Canadians never bring an international boat into Canada unless the vessel will be sold in Canada. Or else you are throwing away your money.
Thanks for the reply…I never knew and this is another reason to follow along. While I am sad that they are not going to be able to come all the way back north to Canada…there’s many other destinations…Maine-Bermuda-South America lots of possibilities.
Subscriber from the early days, and I will just add you will figure out what’s next when the inspiration comes to you. You were so focused to summit, that it is hard to think about what to do for your next summit goal. Relax, chill, absorb and know you have accomplished something that few on earth have ever done and only dream about. Don’t be goal-aholics like us rat-racers, who dream about your lifestyle. You will find your inspiration, just don’t look for it too intensely and it will find you. ⛵️
The bigger the accomplishment the bigger the “depression” typically. I have experienced this same problem many times after accomplishing major goals. The cure is finding another goal to accomplish. This funk will immediately go away and you will be off to the races once again. Now I expect this depression after accomplishing major goals and try to have a plan for what is next before I finish the original goal. It helps with the transition. Just got to Bonaire today from Grenada. Saw you guys at LPB a few times. Please feel free to join us. We are going through the canal and going to Galapagos.
Hello Ben and Ashley, it's a bit of a puzzle really. You started out as two successful people in a lovely part of the world and bought a Catamaran and went looking for a more beautiful place and searched the entire world but haven't come back to Victoria to reset your goals. You already have a very nice boat and are trying to get a bigger boat, but you don't know why . You have created two very beautiful children on your journey with Willa and Bodhi . Good luck.
Happy new year! I'm sure this time of indecision will not last for you guys 😅 no doubt you will be onto the next goal in no time. Thanks for sharing your lives with us so candidly ❤
If ever wondered why Canadian people are loved around the world,😏👏 you two are possibly the best ambassadors for our country, beautiful mind and heart keep up the great work and vibes 🙏🥰👍
Ben and the kids have German passports too. Very handy in places like French Polynesia for staying indefinitely.
They are. I’ve traveled the world and Americans are loved around as well besides parts of the Middle East.. people act like everyone hates America thanks to the media, which isn’t true
Idk what the heck the comment above me is talking about but I agree with Ben and Ashley (despite also being German) are great examples of kind, intentional Canadians that we Americans (at the very least) love to witness
Original comment was ever wondered why Canadian people are loved around the world 🌎 and the other person said he’s traveled the world and people love Americans too, unlike what the media makes you think
Agree
I've watched every video, first time commenting. I just wanted to say, maybe this time let the goal find you. You've both worked so hard for so long and there have been huge challenges that have conked you on the chin but you meet them with grace and you overcome. (Nahoa threatening to break in half in the middle of an ocean, for instance). The next big thing is out there. Maybe you'll find it, maybe it will find you. I recently lost my husband of 54 yrs. He couldn't wait for your next video to be released. He always spoke about your tenacity and your outlook on life. The way you grab life by the balls and run with it. I have no doubt that he's still watching and cheering you on, he just has a better seat now. Your plans will all come together at some point and it will turn out to be the next big adventure. You were both born for this lifestyle and you're raising the next perfect little sailors. Quis Separabit.
Well said ❤ Great thinking
So sorry for your loss. No words to express the sadness for you
So sorry for your loss.
Goals don’t need to be huge adventures.
The most significant achievements are everyday invisible small wins and finding beauty and fun, wherever your at.
Allow yourselves to JUST BE. We can all do better. Your kids need you to just BE. You’re awesome and will find your way. Breathe.
Having goals and not being able to identify them is acceptable and expected. Down time to regroup, celebrate accomplishments, and enjoy life before diggin in again. 😊
Thanks for sharing.
Happy New Year 2024 🥳
Come on guys, get your heads in the game. Enjoy where you’re at, it will come to you because you’ll feel bored.
Your kids will help you design your and their journey. Home schooling is a big addition to your lives. Being aware as you are shows that you are grounded and we wish only the best in your future, what ever it may bring. You all are in our prayers. Enjoying the journey. Tks for sharing.
Looking forward to when the cookies are baked and the seeds are sown. It’s all good. It will all come together. Can’t wait to see what comes next. It will be great no matter what. Happy New Year! ♥️🇨🇦
I appreciate your candor. Ya'll will figure it out soon I'm sure! The kids are precious btw.
Been watching you for years now and have massive respect for you! You Got This and no matter which direction you choose for your family you WILL BE SUCCESSFUL. Thank you for sharing your sailing adventures, reality, thoughts, etc. with us. ⛵
I am 70 and have done the whole life cycle here in the States and you two have chosen the best lifestyle ever. I know you both have put in a lot of work to make this lifestyle happen, but you don't want to turn your lives over to a corporate facility that can lay you off or fire you whenever they choose, to live baby to old person being at the mercy of a government that is evil. I worked as a Healthcare consultant for years, traveled around the country and even lived overseas in two foreign lands, but being in charge of your own time and destination is always the most free life you can live, never doubt that part. There are always still more places in the world to go visit, and things to see, and even if the circumnavigation is done, you can set a new goal to visit new places you still have not been to. Your kids will not be the worst for it, you can make friends with other sailors that have kids, and so on. I have been in the place you are at now several times in my lifetime, and it is at those times the Lord was preparing me and directing me to a different plan and purpose. Like you both said in this video, that will come in time, maybe more than one option but only one will feel and seem like the right one.
Pause. Powerful function to life. Enjoy the pause guys. We ❤ U...keep doing what you're doing, you're doing it right 😊
I've absolutely loved your content over the past years and wanted to thank both of you for your hard work and stick-with-it-ness. Most of us understand its not all gorgeous beaches, sunsets and margaritas out there. Re summit syndrome, there's always a challenging new approach to bag the same peak. I've lost close family and friends this year. To illness that wasn't detected in time. Health comes with no guarantee even in our 30s. Strongly consider beginning another circumnavigation this year while you and your family are young and healthy. Make it your bucket list odyssey and plan to do everything you couldn't do last time and didn't have time to do. Revisit your personal favourites. Experience the new. Theme it if you wish by food, fishing and outdoor adventure. Whatever appeals. Wherever it makes sense to you. And if vlogs of exotic locales outside the Caribbean win more views, subscribers and earn more income, that's a nice little bonus. Your new boat will have cost overruns and delays. Any extra income will be critical. Don't put off what you can do today. Everything can and will change. Not always for the better. Seize those good memories while you still can. And please fish. Love those Pacific fishing videos and tutorials. I've watched and rewatched them all multiple times. Stock that freezer and those memories. Safe travels.
Wow, what a journey it has been for you both! It's amazing to see how you've embraced the sailing lifestyle and become such wonderful ambassadors for Canada. Your positive energy and zest for life are truly inspiring. Taking some time to regroup and celebrate your accomplishments is well-deserved. Cheers to another amazing year ahead! 🎉🥳🛥️
Meditation is a good practice and cure against anxiety!❤
Happy New Year to our favorite sailing family! May this one be the best one yet! Tim and Tammie
Still watching you two amazing people! Since the beginning and I'll always be here. Thanks for the journey around the world and what's next!😊
I've never sailed, but our family has an 8 year plan to sail the world in order to get away from our 9-5s and to be able to work remotely and make our own schedules. I'm sure breaks are helpful and I'm sure something more to look forward to helps pass the time and get excited about. I appreciate your alls hard work and any tips and information you share!
Love how real you guys are, take a much deserved break! I’m confident your next goal will come to you soon. it’s ok to be in between. You just had a major accomplishment. The next one I’m convinced will be equally as great while you raise two kiddos. Look forward to running into you now that we are in the same ocean. 💕
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I have always thought life travels in waves, both the peaks and the troughs. I agree that being in the troughs can be unsettling. Best wishes to you and your family.
You guys, it is as if the wind has been taken out of your sailes. And it is ok. Go with the flow. You deserve to chill. Chew on some ideas, thoughts and plans. Enjoy your kids and each other in the beautiful Caribbean. Take time out. All work and no play makes jack a dull boy and jill a dull girl. You are so amazing. I will watch you chilling or chasing. I think most people experience this at the end of any goal. Be it finnishing studies, starting THE new job, getting married, having the first child, travelling...The climax and anti-climax is always there. Maybe the years off chasing the goal does become a bit of an addiction, albeit a positive addiction. Give yourselves a well-deserved break from chasing. Breathe, eat, laugh, love, relax without any pressure for a while. As much or as little as you need. Thank you so much for sharing your feelings. Oh my goodness, I am sitting here in Cape Town and I really FEEL you. Lots of hugs.💓💓💓
I can relate 100% to how you feel after a goal is reached. From my personal experience, I have learned that the struggle is actually the best part. It shapes us and pushes us to accomplishments and makes for great stories after. There is no feeling in the world like having reached a goal... after that... not much to strive for. Not a bad video, sometimes we all have to enjoy the foundation that has been laid down before hurrying off to the next wacky thing. I wouldn't mind seeing some of the scenery you have there, as Im adding one more layer of clothing each day.
I love that you still have a wonderlust and desire to explore.
I always always have goals… I can’t imagine not having them.
The ones (You Tubers) who seem to stop sailing are younger and tend to go round and round in the Caribbean.
I am trying to get gone and follow in your wake. It’s hard though. I have so many ties I can’t just break… but you are one of top few channels who really inspire me
Happy New Year and safe and satisfying travels.
And if you can please don’t stop between boats. The channels who have done this have got so off topic when they have tried to cover upto 2 years not sailing and running a sailing channel.
Happy New Year! For me, there are two parts: 1. Doing and seeing things you and the family want to do and enjoy. And second, creating content that your Aptreons and subscribers would like to see. Put those two together and see where the intersection is. Perhaps survey your Patreons. Whatever you decide, I can't wait to see what you do next. Thanks for taking me along for the ride.
Don't give up! We absolutely love watching your channel. Of course it's hard. Being mum and dad to 2 busy kids on a boat which we all know is a daily project in itself is I'm sure at times very frustrating. Your content is honest and heartfelt. Happy new year to you all. Fair winds and calm seas 🎉❤
Oh...remember...patience is a virtue😉
Thank you for your transparency! Love it. It shows you guys are real humans. 😉
It's funny, Carol and I (Sweet Caroline II) sensed your guys' feelings towards this season when we spoke in Grenada and Martinique. We totally understand after completing the ultimate journey. We've been doing this for 4 yrs and can't imagine living back on land and dealing with what that entails. The new boat will definitely bring you the next great adventure. It was great meeting you, and I'm sure we'll anchor behind again soon (Sandy Island).
Happy New Year's to you and your family You're just awesome couple raising your kids on the high seas with the challenging highs and lows of life. May God continue to bless you all and give you happy healthy year in 2024 and in years to come God bless and stay safe
Hi Guys, love the channel. Maybe ask yourselves a question? If you could do it all again ( the circumnavigation) what would you do differently? Then do it again.
Visit all the places you skipped past, slow down, soak it up, deviate from the track sometimes, meet great people, make great videos along the way.
You are clearly wanting to carry on the lifestyle, and what you have done is what you enjoy, and we enjoy too.
It is entirely reasonable to feel lost between great endeavors. I’m old. Waking up tomorrow is my goal. Your wonderful family will find your feet again if you just allow it to happen. A great starting point is happiness. And even if waking up every day does that for you you have done well. Happy new year to you and those beautiful young children of yours. Lots of love
Goals are so important, and we grow as we struggle to achieve them, but I think we also grow as we learn to just sit, as a buddhist would say - as we learn to settle into the present. Happy new year to all of you! Hoping it's fantastic, whichever form it takes!
I love that you're sharing your personal feelings. Thank U. Your right about 1 thing, it's not what happens, it's how U deal with what happens. I think that the majority of your stress & anxiety is from having young kids. U still have 10 more yrs until they become a little more independent. Life is wonderful, Relationships are a compromise. Your title sounds like your sailing is over. If U have any time for reading, reading self-help books are always a positive, but don't feel like U have to use 1 as a guide book, take bits & pieces from each one & apply it to your own life. As humans we have the cognitive ability to learning more about ourselves, to make ourselvs a better human being, happier, content, etc...I appreciate that U took time to sit down & talk to us about your personal feelings & challenges with life on a boat. Cheers to you all & Happy New Year.
Please continue your adventures because they take many of us with you who otherwise cannot go where you go and do what you do. Thank you.
Wishing you all a very happy and healthy 2024. Here’s to what the year will bring to you and your family
Happy happy happy New Year 2024, Nahoa!!! No matter what you decide to do, you just have to make sure that you will always make us a part of it. You have a family from around the world, and we are part of your family. Just keep doing what an ordinary family can't do and go. Just make sure that we will always be a part of it, even when the kids have to go to school and forever. So be blessed and just enjoy life, and we will enjoy watching it. Just always take care and be safe. And never compromise the safety-first principle. Thank you for sharing your beautiful family and adventures. We will always be praying for your family. God bless, and again, happy, happy New Year!
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Happy New Year guys! Thank you for your honesty! I know you will work this all out, make decisions and start preparations for the next chapter. Maybe visiting friends and family for a month or so would be a change of scenery and make the choices more clear. Take care and much love from a cold Arizona. ❤️
I absolutely love all your videos. Almost every year, I go to the annual maritime festival in Port Townsend, Washington.. One of my favorite things to do there is to attend seminars by people who have made sailing their life. If I don't get there early, I can't get in because the seminar room is filled to capacity. The sailers often have a book or two available for sale . Have you considered sailing to different locations around the globe to give seminars at boat shows and maritime festivals? I suspect you have already done some of this. I would love to attend a sailing seminar where you talk about your travels, challenges, etc. It could be a goal.
u guys are so used to extremes. when it stops u feel the addiction to it. Hard to tell sometimes what it is we really want. Dig deep! Wishing u all the love in the world!
Your struggles about whats next are totally relatable. When I was 18-19 I watched a surf video about Puerto Escondido in Mexico and it changed my life, from that moment I was hell bent on getting good enough to surf that place and get there to it to do it. After a few years I finally made it there and surfed the place. The experience was something that is a defining moment in my life but when I was leaving there the feeling of despair set in and took me a very long time to find motivation.
I have since fallen into a career and have taken up other hobbies that help get the fire going that said nothing has really touched me the way that goal did. With the passing of time the rudderless feeling will dissipate but might not ever disappear.
May you find your next peak and it be a long hard one to attain which will make the adventure that much sweeter and rewarding.
Happy New Year! Whichever turn you take, you will be great, Nahoa people. Raising family on board is not an easy task. Goals are coming in all shapes and colors. Cheers!
Hi Ben and Ashley! Happy 2024!
I just wanted to say that I think it’s very important that you recognize how much you inspire people! I understand that it might be challenging to identify exact and specific goals. But try to remind yourselves and focus each day on the idea that you are contributing a gift of inspiration to the world. I’m sure you’ll have some amazing adventures to continue to inspire and share with all of your viewers in 2024. Thank you for inspiring me! :) - Jesse
We are a new channel and love your videos! We bareboat as much as we can until we can get our own boat. your videos provide great info! Keep up the good work!
Guys, I wish I had a struggle like you. Currently, I find myself grappling with the idea of whether I'll ever step foot on a boat in my lifetime. Between work, kids, house chores, and various responsibilities, it feels like a distant dream. I recently embarked on my first sailing course to obtain a license, even though I don't have a boat, experience, or concrete sailing plans. It's more about chasing a dream and hoping to experience something akin to what you all are living. You're all incredible! If I ever do set sail, you'll be my inspiration on that journey!
You both are inspiring and it's truly amazing that I can watch you both and gain your experience daily. For an aspiring sailor who doesn't even have his boater license I look forward to learning and one day embarking on my own journey. I respect the summit that you both set for yourself. I think it's important to remember you both are super intelligent and how far you've come. Don't dwindle on the unknown so much as nothing can be fully "predetermined". That's what makes life fun! Keep up the great work!
Just do you Guys!
Your decision making has been excellent and you know we'll all be here, wherever you go!
You're Canadian Ambassadors and have been for years. Just - keep - doing - YOU!
I remember sometime back, before you reached the Caribbean, mentioning that your next objective was to slow down and enjoy water sports activities that you used to do before children, take time to experience island time. But yeah, Caribbean cruiers do tend to go in circles. Happy New Year!
Thank you for sharing. You are a big inspiration to us as particularly as we embark on our own move as liveaboards in 2024.
Your attitude to life and can do, never give up attitude is truly your most remarkable attribute. You will find your next goal, and we so look forward to seeing that, but don’t play hard on yourselves, be patient and enjoy this period of “space” recharge and get ready. As you said you dont really have an exact plan yet. Being ready though and recharged when the lightbulb switches on will stand you in good stead for the next ocean adventure .
Wishing you wonderful 2024
Mark & Leigh
Thanks for helping me in my own sailing destinations for 2024...Real nice video, nice to listen some simple self questioning we all have! Happy new year.
You’ll figure it out! Just kinda go with the flow! Nothing wrong with that!!
Hope to see you guys in the Bahamas!! Love your channel, you guys are such an inspiration! Thanks for being real
Well I must thank you for all your videos on RUclips. I have just finished watching them all. Fantastic shows and good luck with you new Nahoa venture.
Totally agree on your analogy. Sometimes you just know it's time for a change but you can't really tell yet how this change will look like. And once you know what you want and what next step you are excited about, you need patience until things unfold in your reality. It can be so frustrating to sit and wait until things finally show up and you can go all in on your next adventure.
Feeling this opener to our core as we contemplate life after cruising!
We’ve always wanted to sail in the Caribbean and would seeing more of what the area looks like. Show us the beauty.
So refreshing, the sincereity, thanks very much
Loved this video, so nice to listen to your most personal thoughts, dreams and plans
So many people love that you share your lives with us. Just chill guys 🇦🇺
Keep your spirits up. You’ll find motivation and inspiration again.
I used to have it after each exam phase at uni and now have it after each cycling season, a certain emptiness after achieving something.
You’ll be fine, but give it a little time.
Been with you guys for almost the entire 8 years. Fellow BC'er, (Vancouver), living the dream with you all these years. At least I thought that was my dream. You, and many of the sailing channels I obsessed over have probably saved me. I so desperately wanted to live that life. My wife, not so much, but I was trying. You know what I learned from watching you, and La Vagabond and many more.........? Life is hard, and it's probably even harder if you're stuck on a small boat where you have to live / work and do everything else with your partner. Family far away, and friends...... I've been married 31 years, kids are 23/20 and we need OUR own space. I love my wife to death (not literally) but in your situation I don't think I would. We have our own stuff, we have our alone time (I have my hockey with my buds) we have not just our family but our joint friends, and our INDIVIDUAL friends, our own separate activities.. I didn't know how important that was until I followed you and the others.
I thank you (and those other channels) for showing me the light. I can keep my lifestyle the way it is and escape on charters for those dreams. Those are now planned. 7 days in the Med. 7 in St Thomas.
I love you guys. Been great following your lives. Wishing you and your kids all the best in 2024.
Sounds you’re just in the “inbetweens” -you’re gonna just be fine. Take a big breath and enjoy your days along the shore. Wish I could be there. Many Blessings!
Go with the flow you most incredible people. It's all happening just maybe not as quickly as you would like. Excited for you.
There is always summit to aim for. Happy New Year to you all and all who follow your adventure.
Ok, sounds like you don't understand how great you have it.
When you get through the canal come north for a season to the Sea of Cortez. Lots to see.
I ride my ADV motorcycle to foreign countries and travel around. There's a similar feeling to what you describe as, "I can't go back to a desk job". The bizarre feeling of not knowing what is ahead of you is enormously contrasted with a daily work routine when you return home. Free roaming travel becomes addicting and maddening. "Why can't I just go and leave !?!" It's truely painful to remain in one spot.
Once you've done everything, boredom can strike. I started thinking and got stressed. The speed of life, all the diseases I could get. The friends I've lost. Then I had the next thought. "Life is a crashing plane. The only thing you don't know is the time left until you hit the earth. Use that time and have a big party and only think about the NOW"
I can’t speak for sailing but we’re in our 7th year of full time rving. Our only regret is not doing it sooner. There are people that have to be rooted somewhere and there are others that prefer to blow in the wind. Hope y’all have a wonderful 2024 ❤
Thanks
Wow. Thank you!!!
Your vids always bring a joy to my heart. 🙏
One of my favorite channels finally t shirts ordered
Just live in the moment and chill, enjoy each day with your kids to the fullest and let life reveal the next leg of your journey.
New Year's Thought
When I started wandering when I was 19 I realized you take yourself with you wherever you go, there is no escape, no other you out there waiting for you - there is no past, no future you're always in the present moment - to some who are afraid of the quiet moments and see life as a series of distractions and goals this can be challenging /for others it's calming & peaceful
As a recovering wanderer
who also had the dream of building a boat and living on it with my wife and first if two kids back in the 1970's
that life had its storms and twists and shouts and never happened / for better or worse
I started watching lots of blue water cruisers like yourselves, some with families too /
And maybe there is some food for thought as you look inside and outside and at your beautiful family and your floating life on the island called earth
Love watching you guys and your vulnerability and insights into life
Food for thought
The journey is filled with seeking direction. Answers will come as long as you look. I have learned the less that I force, the more that comes to me. Allow and follow, through it all enjoy the present moment. Also, meditation silences the mind...and opens it to the answers that will come.
Thanks for sharing the true feelings behind the scenes. Look at Delos, they just carry on. As you mentioned the Seasons driving you forward. On the second lap there will be a lot of places that you have not seen yet 😊
"We are explorers, modern day explorers, and our profession lies within sharing our experiences".
Hell yea! Thank you for being teachers.
On the activity front, have you ever thought about learning to wing foil?
It is easier to launch from a boat, and works in bigger wind ranges. Therefore easier to get out more.
Would loveee to see this in a video :D Cheers from back home in Canada!
We will watch and see what happens next. Happy New Year!
You’ve got all of the Europe coast to see to stay busy, France, Greece, etc. Get active and explore wherever you drop anchor.
dont forget the Bras'Or Lakes, Nova Scotia/ Bay of Fundy/Downeast Maine islands for little summer cruise....
Have you all thought about doing the great American loop? Hudson River to the Erie canal, Great Lakes, Mississippi river to the gulf?
Happy new year. Safe travels where ever that might be.
Hi Guys,
Love your channel and wathced from the start. Im a local Vancouverite.🙂
Ive often wondered when you would reach this point. and when you got here, you were honest, brave enough to tell us. Bravo!
Two keys to true happiness once we have lifes basics.-. 1) A person may not be selfish but self centered. Our children are an extension of us, so helping has limits. There is greater happiness in giving than recieving. A self centered life will become meaningless and hollow. A life of helping others at a cost to you ( not just from surplus) will bring more joy. 2) Our sprituality, unitl we acknowlege our creator, we are lost and alone. - these are the keys to true inner joy and purpose.
Happy new year to you two also, and safe travels.
think I'll put the little clip of Bodie sliding across the bench in the Santa cap...on a loop ..that joy of it...
no need to set big destination goals. We all watch because we love the Nahoa Family,no matter what you're up to..Soak up the "Happy" in 2024
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Wishing you good wind
love you guys, thanks for sharing your thoughts and life experiences.
Patience is a permanent state of mind. Actually it is the opposite to anxiety. Sure patience is an exercise in endurance while you accomplish goals or a goal but ultimately it needs be a permanent state not merely something you exercise to accomplish a goal.
Love this channel.. I appreciate all the work you do for us... your fans...Don't go back... Stay in the Caribbean..start a new trillogy.
Slow down…enjoy the Caribbean cruise season…When the hurricane season resumes take us to Canada's eastern shores…after summer head down the coast back to Annapolis, and set up for Panama for the 2024-25 season. Just keep doing what you’re doing so well introducing the kids and us to new places and sailing lifestyle.
As Canadian citizens if they brought Nahoa into Canada they would have to pay duty and GST/HST on the value of the boat. So Canadians never bring an international boat into Canada unless the vessel will be sold in Canada. Or else you are throwing away your money.
Thanks for the reply…I never knew and this is another reason to follow along. While I am sad that they are not going to be able to come all the way back north to Canada…there’s many other destinations…Maine-Bermuda-South America lots of possibilities.
Happy New Year. You will figure it out....relax..🎉
Subscriber from the early days, and I will just add you will figure out what’s next when the inspiration comes to you. You were so focused to summit, that it is hard to think about what to do for your next summit goal. Relax, chill, absorb and know you have accomplished something that few on earth have ever done and only dream about. Don’t be goal-aholics like us rat-racers, who dream about your lifestyle. You will find your inspiration, just don’t look for it too intensely and it will find you. ⛵️
Can't wait to see what you do next!
Happy New year!! spend a year in Caribbean to gather your thoughts!!
The bigger the accomplishment the bigger the “depression” typically. I have experienced this same problem many times after accomplishing major goals. The cure is finding another goal to accomplish. This funk will immediately go away and you will be off to the races once again.
Now I expect this depression after accomplishing major goals and try to have a plan for what is next before I finish the original goal. It helps with the transition.
Just got to Bonaire today from Grenada. Saw you guys at LPB a few times. Please feel free to join us. We are going through the canal and going to Galapagos.
Happy New Year! I love you guys. Blessings on a happy and healthy new year. Safe travels ❤
Happy New year to our lovely sailing family. Greeting from Singapore
Love this channel, just subscribed. Glad I found it 🙏🏻🙌🏻
I hope we get to share an anchorage soon. Peace my friends. See you in '24!
Great episode again.Happy New Year
Hello Ben and Ashley, it's a bit of a puzzle really. You started out as two successful people in a lovely part of the world and bought a Catamaran and went looking for a more beautiful place and searched the entire world but haven't come back to Victoria to reset your goals. You already have a very nice boat and are trying to get a bigger boat, but you don't know why . You have created two very beautiful children on your journey with Willa and Bodhi . Good luck.
Happy new year to your family thank you 2023 viedos god bless
Happy new year! I'm sure this time of indecision will not last for you guys 😅 no doubt you will be onto the next goal in no time. Thanks for sharing your lives with us so candidly ❤