Life is Experience

     What does that even mean "Life is Experience"?

     A 20-year study conducted by Dr. Thomas Gilovich, a psychology professor at Cornell University, reached a powerful yet simple conclusion: Do not spend money on things because the happiness they provide disappears sooner rather than later.

     There are multiple reasons for this, including that we quickly get used to new possessions, that we keep raising the bar so that new possessions trigger ever higher expectations, and that the Joneses are always just around the corner. In other words, possessions are impermanent and transitory.

     Paradoxically, experiences seem fleeting. Still, Dr. Gilovich's study found that it gave people more happiness than possessions. Why is that?
     Owning stuff is not really part of our identity, but experiences such as travelling, hobbies, and meeting people can have a profound effect on who we are.
     To sum it up, acquiring stuff gives us temporary happiness but experiences become part of our identity that we carry forever and shape us into the person we are.

     A catamaran can be both a great possession and will certainly help you on your way to the next adventure. And while you are in port, your cat can be a part of your identity and a symbol of your quest for adventure and help you be part of a community.

     So let's go!