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The Benefits of Sea Views and being close the Ocean

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The Benefits of a Sea View Sea views and ocean vistas increase our well-being and wellness. The relaxing sounds of the waves with the colour of blue promoting calmness and tranquillity. There is a great deal of research, at present, into the benefits of our proximity to the sea. These studies accentuate the health benefits and healing properties of the rhythm, sounds and scents of an ocean environment. Listening to the sound of the ocean waves can encourage healthier sleep patterns and the sea air can support a better nights sleep. Ocean views can contribute to our mental and emotional well-being, boosting our mood and overall mental health. Looking at an ocean vista promotes relaxation, a feeling of calm and enhances our creativity whilst reducing our stress and anxiety levels. Although the ocean encourages relaxation and calm for the mind, our body can feel more energised. We may feel like taking a long walk along the coast or spending some time swimming, snorkelling or surfing. This...

Travel - A Taste of Italy and the Western Mediterranean - Working Cruise

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  Working Onboard Cruise Ships So here I am again on the Ocean waves. For the next 3 weeks I will be heading from the UK towards the Western Mediterranean and Italy then returning back to the UK. As you are aware from previous working cruises  I love working onboard and accept the contracts that are offered to me with gratitude.  Working as a Fitness and Yoga instructor on cruise ships does come with its challenges. Mainly being aware that the floor 'moves' at sea and at times unpredictably. This means that I have to pay particular attention to my sequences and exercise routines. For example any balance poses are not advisable so I tend to do mostly mat work and exercising from a chair. I work with the older generation so this does actually bode well.           Download My Little Booklet of Yin Yoga and Holistic Healing This, of course, does limit the type of classes I can do and the main priority for me is to keep passengers motivated to ret...