3 Rules from an Old Sailor That Changed My Life #japansolo #sailing #lifelessons

I arrived in Tokyo to mark the end of one chapter—and the beginning of another. After seven years of Pacific Solo, I’m stepping into Japan Solo. But before I do, I’m reminded of something an old sailor told me when I first began. Three simple pieces of advice. Don’t fall overboard. Stay calm. And when the storm comes… remember—you chose this. Those lessons carried me through years at sea. And they still apply now. About me: I’m Lowell Sheppard, 71, sailor, author, and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. I’m the Founder of the Never Too Late Academy and Special Advisor to the International Forum. After years living aboard my boat Wahine, I’m now beginning a new journey across Japan exploring longevity, purpose, and what it means to live well at every stage of life. #Japan #JapanSolo #PacificSolo #LifeLessons #Sailing #Motivation #Longevity #NeverTooLate #Tokyo #NewBeginnings #PersonalGrowth #Mindset