10 Ways I Handle Loneliness While Sailing Solo

Sailing solo is an incredible adventure, but what about the loneliness? It's the part of the journey that doesn't always make it into the glossy photos and epic adventure clips. The quiet moments can feel heavy when you're alone for weeks at a time on the open ocean. In this video, I get real about the challenges of solitude and share the 10 practical ways I've learned to handle loneliness at sea. These are the hard-earned tools and mindset shifts that keep me grounded, connected, and content while out here on my own. Join me as we explore strategies like: 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Keeping a daily journal 01:56 - Talking over the radio or checking in with other cruisers 03:00 - Listening to music or audiobooks 04:05 - Sticking to a daily routine 05:05 - Staying physically active with small workouts or boat chores 06:04 - Cooking real meals, not just eating to survive 07:02 - Spending time observing nature and wildlife 08:05 - Calling or messaging family and friends when possible 09:03 - Setting small goals for each day or passage 10:02 - Allowing time to reflect and be okay with solitude 10:59 - Ending Whether you're a fellow solo sailor or just navigating your own periods of being alone, I hope these tips help. What are your strategies for handling solitude? Share your thoughts in the comments below! some fotage from: @svdelos @rokkitkit @SampsonBoatCo @SailingTranquilityBay @patrickandmichaela @LifeOnJupiter-1 @SailBeforeSunset @bewellstaywellnetwork @meganokelly @gonewiththewynns @BornAgainBoating @Clarks-Adventure @AmericasBoatingChannel @ADVENTURECREW