Description Ten days ago, I thought I was coming to observe. I left having learned far more than I expected. This final episode begins, as so many mornings did, with Radio Taiso. Then it was time to say goodbye. Before Chiharu left, I asked her two simple questions. What was your favorite part of your time in Amami? Without hesitation, she smiled and answered: "Sailing the boat." Then I asked: What's your secret to living happily? Her answer was beautifully simple: Walk lots. Eat anything. Be interested in everything. During these ten unexpected days together, I watched Chiharu sail, sing, sketch, explore, laugh, make new friends, enjoy old ones, and embrace every day with curiosity. Ironically, the one thing she was disappointed to miss—because of the delayed return from Kikai Island—was our planned karaoke evening together. As we said goodbye, I smiled and said, "Karaoke next time." Over the coming weeks, I'll be writing a longer article reflecting on these ten days with Chiharu, what I learned, and how her way of living aligns with so many of the patterns I've observed while researching aging and longevity across Japan. For now, I simply want to say: Thank you, Chiharu and Mitsu, for allowing me to hangout with you. It`s been an honor. About this series What began as A Week with Chiharu unexpectedly became ten unforgettable days. Through ordinary moments shared with Chiharu and her son Mitsu, I've been exploring what everyday life in Japan can teach us about longevity, community, curiosity, and living well at every age. https://www.nevertoolateacademy.com/

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En este relato, comparto los nervios y la ansiedad que preceden una de las travesías más desafiantes de mi vida: Un viaje en solitario por el Mediterráneo a bordo del "British Tiger". A través de mis palabras, expreso el vértigo y el miedo que enfrentó, pero también la fuerza interior que me impulsa a seguir adelante. Esta historia me recuerda que la verdadera valentía no es la ausencia de miedo, sino la capacidad de enfrentarlo y seguir adelante, incluso con "un nudo en el estómago".

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K9-SAR, K12-SAR and K15-SAR, assembly line at Hono yard outside Gothenburg, Sweden. see more at: www.kullmann-design-eu and www.kullmann.no

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We are gearing up for an exciting 2025 offshore racing season as our Malizia - Seaexplorer undergoes her winter refit. With new races on the horizon and fresh challenges ahead, the team is hard at work behind the scenes preparing for another action-packed year on the water. From the high-profile Ocean Race Europe to our ongoing mission of ocean advocacy, we’re inviting you to join us for another thrilling season of crewed IMOCA sailing and environmental engagement. ✂️ Flore Hartout for Team Malizia © Antoine Auriol for Team Malizia ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Our Team On Social Media: ⬇️ Instagram Team Malizia: https://www.instagram.com/team_malizia/ Instagram Boris Herrmann: https://www.instagram.com/borisherrmannracing/ Facebook Team Malizia: https://www.facebook.com/teammalizia/ Facebook Boris Herrmann Racing: https://www.facebook.com/borisherrmannracing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@team_malizia LinkedIn Boris Herrmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boris-herrmann/ LinkedIn Team Malizia: https://www.linkedin.com/company/14832074 #borisherrmann #teammalizia #TheOceanRace #imoca #imocaglobeseries #offshoresailing #sailing #racing #aracewemustwin #climateactionnow

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