There is no doubt to feeling amazing when you are near the sea. Scientific research proves that spending time on the beach is really good for one’s well-being.

There are a number of factors why the sea calms us. For one, clinical psychologist Richard Shuster, PsyD said, “The color blue has been found by an overwhelming amount of people to be associated with feelings of calm and peace.” Science also explains that seeing the waves or hearing the soothing sounds of water sets off a flood of neurochemicals in our brains that can soothe us. Thus, studies by the University of Exeter show that living by the sea reduces stress and makes one happier.

In the book by marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols titled Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do, he revealed the truth on the remarkable effects of water on our health and well-being.

Sans all research and studies, we’re sure you know how calming the sea is. While some of us get chance to live near bodies of water, many are landlocked and needs to drive for hours to get some vitamin sea. If you’ve entertained the idea of living near the sea, there are ways for you to enjoy a Career that’s directly or closely connected with your love of the water, here are some.

Get into a Career Related to Water

Maritime and sailing careers vary from sailboat designing to ocean engineering, from being a stewardess to being a naval architect. There’s a wide range of expertise to explore, and there surely is one that you’d fit into. The cliché goes, “Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life,” is a perfect quote if you’d want to work in the marine industry. Here’s some you can consider to become:

Marine biologist

If you are curious about life, studying the creatures within the waters might satisfy both your love of the sea and your curiosity.

Aquarist

An aquarist is a person who keeps an aquarium, they often work at public aquariums. Most aquarists also work at nature reserves, zoos, and amusement parks.  Aquarists may also conduct field research outdoors, in the sea or ocean, of course. In business, aquarists may work at pet stores, yes they do, as commercial fish breeders, or as manufacturers.

Naval Architect

Hydrologist
Diver

Aquatic Veterinarian

Choose a Job you Can do Remotely

If shifting careers seem too big a task, try a remote job. Working at home has been the norm for many even before the pandemic. Then there are those who work from anywhere. Digital nomads, as often referred to, are remote workers who travel or hop to a different city/location regularly.

If you are able to do remote work, you can either do one of these two points.

Find a Spot By the Sea

Not all beaches may be suitable as a workplace. Find one with coffee shops that allow people to stay for long, or co-working spaces you can spend hours at to do your work. If it’s only some hours then soak in some vitamin D while you send those emails.

When Travelling, Choose the Beach

If you travel a lot and still do work while away, there are a lot of beautiful beaches to explore. Barcelona is one of the top go-to-places for digital nomads, but Kefalonia is also good idea.

Live Near The Sea