However, a significant change occurred in my life that helped to bring things into perspective. My team and I were staying in a hotel in Jamaica, which we had a beautiful and aesthetic view of the ocean. Being the only person on my team who was not a fan of the beach, my team thought it fit to persuade me to take a trip to the ocean.
Immediately, I was transformed from a skeptic to a proud ocean-lover for the healing power of the ocean is no joke. Smelling the saltiness of the sea, hearing the sounds of the ocean waves and floating on the rhythmic healing waves were enough to melt away my stress and relieve my burnout.
Now, I view the ocean as a source of mental, physical and spiritual restoration and reflect daily on various thought-provoking ocean sayings. I hope my story and my top 5 inspirational ocean quotes motivate you to prioritize your mental and physical health.
Saltwater heals everything
For centuries, doctors have used saltwater as a ‘panacea’ for many sicknesses and ailments. Early doctors have used natural seawater to treat depression, leprosy and heatstroke. Now in the modern era, the use of saltwater has declined as it is perceived as antiquated. Despite this, new and promising medical research has paved the way for new pharmaceuticals derived from the various natural organisms and chemicals of the sea.
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Other health benefits of the ocean include:
- Reduces cystic fibrosis flares
- Increases the release of endorphins or happy hormones in the brain
- Helps to treat common skin conditions such as acne and psoriasis
- Assists with digital detoxes or simply unplugging
- Reduces stress and cortisol levels
- Improves sleep
Saltwater heals everything since it has a wide array of health benefits that you and I should take advantage of.
Sometimes in the waves of change, we find our true direction.
Let’s face it, whether in our careers or personal lives, changes are inevitable. Similar to the tumultuous ocean waves, twists and turns naturally happen throughout life. The way I see it, you have two options. Either you can surf among the waves or drown under its crushing tides. By adapting to a shifting situation, you will be able to:
- Grow in various aspects of your life
- Become more creative and imaginative
- Take the initiative for new opportunities
- Become a better and more skillful leader
- Better handle other challenges and transitions
- Achieve more success and happiness
- Become more resilient in the face of adversity
The ocean stirs the heart, inspires imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul.
This is another inspirational ocean quote that I highly recommend. Created by Robert Wyland, an artist and fellow beach-lover, he captivated the most basic human needs in a few sentences. Within this ocean saying, Wyland is speaking to the fact that the mighty healing ocean is capable of invigorating our complex needs: passion, imagination and joy. At times, the hustle and bustle of life can rob us of these positive emotions, but reconnecting with the ocean can refresh and energize us anew.
Dreams are made of sun and sand
Similar to the previously mentioned ocean saying, this beach quote can easily resonate well with other ocean-lovers. Features that humans possess that sets us apart from other animals are imagination, dreams and creativity. They are the sources of abstract thought and with that comes innovation, development and ingenuity. The sun symbolizes the visualization of grand ideas, while the sand represents the importance of being grounded and humble.
Collect adventures, not things
Lastly, this is my favorite ocean saying because it applies to my daily life. As a digital nomad, I travel to the most beautiful islands for work in hopes of attaining my career goals. However, despite being surrounded by natural beauty and adventurous activities, I will opt to remain in my hotel room. Boring, right? We ought to remember that beauty fades and physical possessions decay; however, memories last forever. So we should aim to create beautiful and lasting memories while we are still on this earth.
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The Blue Mind
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The Blue Mind Theory states that being around any body of water can have a positive impact on our brains. Through this theory, water has been proven to increase concentration, performance and career success, while making us calmer. It is this firm foundation that The Blue Ocean Life Community and our Healing Wave Collection are built on.
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Feel free to ponder on these short ocean quotes and arrive at your own interpretations. Then, try to apply them within your personal life moving forward.
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