Published in Cruising World: The Gifts of Sailing Solo

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March 2, 2012
Press, Publications, Words

Last month I wrote an article that was published in Cruising World. Even if the newsstand copies were sold out, you can still read my article. Just click here to read The Gifts of Sailing Solo.      

It’s the moments when I worked hard to take care of Daphne, when all the elements of the ocean were testing me, and when all the strength of my body was gone that I found resources in myself that would’ve remained undiscovered and still buried today had I not sailed solo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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16 Responses to Published in Cruising World: The Gifts of Sailing Solo

  1. fred pelley March 3, 2012 at 10:51 am #

    “The Rolling of the Sea is beckoning to me.”
    Fabulous read Teresa, Looking forward to your documentary and new book.

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  2. Douglas and Lang, S'pore March 5, 2012 at 3:39 am #

    Ahoy Captain Teresa , such a nice blog post on the C W article, I enjoyed every word !

    I was always concerned about your direction to simple sailing or simplicity in sailing .

    It took me 11 years from the time I decided to set out ocean sailing , before I felt that I had enough knowledge to do it solo . This 11 years included a false start on a 27′ Pacific Seacraft “Orion” 27, then later purchasing a BCC , to fulfill, that ambition. I found “NOTHING SIMPLE” about gaining this knowledge nor confidence , to cross oceans, solo !

    I was amazed that you put it in a simplistic catagory , and I was dedicated to follow you to discover your secret to simplicity !

    Later I read a small written piece about your simplicity determination , on your blog site,,, that gave me pause , and that you too, recognized the enoromity of a sailing task , like sailing solo , any where , safely , that is !

    You are an award winner anywhere you go , because of your courage and your adventurous spirit ,,, an example for many “want to be’s” to follow . You have done it and are sharing your discovered knowledge with everyone ,,,, that is what a Good Life , is about ,,,, A Big Thanks , for Doing What You Do ,,,, S’pore

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    • Teresa March 9, 2012 at 8:54 am #

      Thanks! I’m so glad you like it. Yes, the world “Simple” is a paradox, isn’t it?

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    • RIMAS MELESHYUS October 4, 2012 at 1:04 pm #

      Hello,
      My name is Rimas.I am a 61-year-od sailor born in Sochi on the coast of the Black sea in Russia. I live in USA about 25-years. I am tremendous gain experience through the Gulf of Alaska in 2012 May,June.But I am lasted a sailboat in Aleutian islands on the reef, my voyage it was around the world.My ambitious solo sailing around the world will be continuing 100% in May of 2013.
      The plan will be my second attempt to solo around the world.You can read my article online google
      Please email to me what do you think about me solo sailing.
      Thank you very much
      My email: rimassolosailingaroundtheworldm@ymail.com

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  3. Travis March 5, 2012 at 1:39 pm #

    Hi Teresa!

    Just for the record, I never had any doubt that you were as capable a sailor as anybody else. Really, that’s an understatement. From the first day I met you, I knew that you were better than most.

    Come see us soon!

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  4. Gregory March 5, 2012 at 5:53 pm #

    Once again an enjoyable read. Thank you for sharing.

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  5. Daniel March 6, 2012 at 1:09 pm #

    I just got my copy of Cruising World a few days ago. I enjoyed reading your article. I’ve been looking at sailboats for my first one. I like the article as you mentioned why it was good you sailed solo even though you have someone nearby. I like the idea of trying to figure things out myself as well and going solo looks like a good way to “force” yourself to overcome the challenges.
    I wanted to with you (both) well on your future adventures.
    Take Care,
    ~Dan

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    • Daniel March 7, 2012 at 3:22 am #

      I meant to say WISH you both well.. hehe

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  6. Butch Gibson March 8, 2012 at 5:20 pm #

    Hey Teresa,
    Two weeks ago while wishing to go sailing I tuned into Utube as a late night alternative and found you and Ben. Imagine my surprise in seeing your smiling face in CW. Congratulation!
    LOL, I knew you two were either a couple or should be. Again, good read and job well done.

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  7. SailFarLiveFree March 9, 2012 at 8:50 am #

    Great article, Teresa. Sailing solo at least once should be a requirement for all wannabe cruisers.

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    • Teresa March 9, 2012 at 8:53 am #

      More than once…more than once!!

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  8. Mark and Katie March 13, 2012 at 12:01 pm #

    Hi Teresa, Just saw your Ted Talk a few days ago and read the article today. We just wanted to say that you are an inspiration to us as we enter the cruising lifestyle, both as a sailor and as a fellow human trying to do something good for the world. Keep it up.

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  9. Annie March 20, 2012 at 8:46 am #

    Teresa,
    Solo lets you be free to experience what happens and the results of your actions. It is something few women ever learn let alone enjoy! I’ve sailed solo for almost 70 years and it is the best. In company with another solo friend is also enjoyable. I like being the captain of my boat and taking on the whole thing. The rewards are great and spiritually enhancing. Competence breeds more. Sail on!!!

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    • Teresa March 20, 2012 at 9:05 am #

      Thanks Annie! So good to hear of other women out there sailing solo!
      Teresa

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  10. Daniel October 17, 2012 at 9:28 pm #

    Teresa,

    Just out of curiosity, any news on Daphne and where her new sailing grounds are? Hopefully she is still going out on her adventures on the high sea’s.

    ~Dan

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    • Teresa October 18, 2012 at 5:10 am #

      Daniel,
      Yes, Daphne is is great hands. I sold her to a colleague of mine at Outward Bound. I think she is currently sailing in Maine.
      Teresa

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