Hi, I'm Mel Welcome to Shapedbythesea!

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Welcome to my website where I share with you life’s unpredictable ebbs and flows. Shapedbythesea is a platform for everyone to learn about life at sea. I write this blog to inform others of the trials and challenges that working onboard presents but also to share the adventures and once-in-a-lifetime moments. I love having the opportunity to share my experiences and insights with my readers.

Recently, I have began to Freelance write for other blogs, social media platform etc, to inquire on a collaboration get in touch.

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This week on the blog!

Discover Exciting Opportunities for Seafarers!

There are many options to support seafarers in progressing with their careers, if your a British seafarer this post is worth a read for some extra information and insight.

Many thanks to the team MSSC (Marine Society & Sea Cadets) for supporting seafarers like me in progressing to the next step in their career.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to shapedbythesea_@outlook.com for more information 🙌🏽

Follow the linktree in my bio to read the full blog 🖊

#shapedbythesea #blogging #blogsofinstagram #yachtcrewlife #sailingblog #Yachtcrew #yachting #yachtingworld #blogger #newblogpost

Discover exciting opportunities for Seafarers 🌊

This blog post delves into the next few months of shaped by the sea and what can be an option to seafarers for progressing in their careers!

#Shapedbythesea #Slaterfund #blogpost #yachtingblog #blogs #blogger #yachtcrew #progression #uksa #sailing #sailingyachts

What a start to the New Year✨

Yesterday Aidan Whiteley and I had the pleasure of a VIP tour on Belfast harbour pilot vessel, with my father John Ramm at the helm.

It was lovely to explore Belfast harbour from the perspective of a pilot vessel, to see and understand the role of which the coxswain of a pilot vessel entails. There’s never a day I don’t learn something new from dad.

A interesting and insightful afternoon for two Yachtie’s. It’s interesting to experience other opportunities within the maritime industry.

Thank you to the team Belfast Harbour and the deputy harbour master for allowing us to ride along for the afternoon.

A very proud daughter ✨🙏

#yachtcrew #commerialboats #pilotvessels #exploringthemaritimeindustry #sailorsgonepower #coxswain #dayoutwithdad #proudofhim

Goodbye 2024… Hello 2025

Wow, what a year it’s been. Thank you to everyone who reads the blogs and supports me in the background to make writing the blogs such a joy.

I look forward to moving into 2025 to keep smiling, laughing and loving the sea xo

Watch this space …✨

#newyearseve #2025 #goodbye2024 #blogging #blogger #yachtingblog #yachting #yachtcrew #superyachtworld #writing #contentcreation #brandmanagement

🧑‍🎄Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄

I’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who contributed to the blog this year.

A few highlights of this year;

>Interviewing ladies from across the industry to share their stories 💃🏻

>Writing about my family time on the island 🏝️

>Interviewing for @yachtpearlsofwisdom podcast

I can’t wait to see what 2025 brings for shaped by the Sea✨

New posts to come in January, but for now… keep smiling, laughing and loving the sea xo

#Shapedbythesea #yachting #yachtingblog #yachts #sailingyachts #yachtcrew #blog #blogging #writingaboutthesea

Happy Christmas 🎄🧑‍🎄

This weeks blog post is about making the most of Christmas time onboard, it can be a difficult time of year to be away from loved ones.

📝This blog is all about spreading Christmas cheer onboard and keeping crew morale high ✨

🔗Follow the link in my Linktree to read the blog.

#shapedbythesea #yachtingblog #christmasonboard #crewmorale #yachtingchristmas #yachtingindustry #crewwellbeing #christmascheer #buddytheelf

Merry Christmas ⛵️🎄

Spending Christmas onboard this year, with or without guests onboard Christmas can be a hard time of the year to work onboard.

Check out the link to this blog in my bio 🔗 follow the Linktree ✨

#shapedbythesea #christmastime #blogpost #yachtingblog #sailingyachtcrew #yachtingworld #yachtingindustry #christmasonboard

Nose Patches that Actually Unclogged Pores ✨

My partner ordered these for me as I’m always giving off about having clogged pores and they really work.
The team at @vue.swiss have created something that really works.

You get 8 in a pack and they don’t don’t irritate the skin and mines super sensitive.

These are perfect for ladies who work full time onboard and don’t get a chance to go to the spa often, once you’ve used these your skin feels so clean and really soft with no irritation.

See the link in my bio or on my story for 20% off.

https://www.vueswiss.com/MELISSA94846

#vueswiss #vueswissskincare #uncloggingpores #shapedbythesea #funemployed

November Recap✨

November flew by before I realised I'd barely written or posted anything for Shaped by the Sea, Sometimes life takes over and the blog takes a back seat.

Fun employment has officially started and I'm back to writing blogs, hopefully on a much more regular basis, to read what November held for Shaped by the Sea, check out this blog post.

https://www.shapedbythesea.org/post/november-recap-the-latest-from-sbts

As always, keep smiling, laughing and loving the Sea xo

#shapedbythesea #Yachtcrew #sailingblog #yachting #adventuresofyachties #blogsofinstagram #blogger #yachtingworld #blogging #yachtcrewlife #funemployed

SBTS Update!

Latest blog is out now! Www.Shapedbythesea.org

📍 Canelli, Peidmont

I’m fully in funemployment at the moment and excited to have some downtime over Christmas to then hits the books to study in January.

In the meantime, Shaped by the Sea will be kept more regularly updated with the industries trials and tribulations.

#shapedbythesea #yachting #yachtcrew #yachtieonland #peidmont #yachtingblog #newblog #blogging #yachtingblog

SBTS Est-ce que Paris✨

Blog post pending…

#Paris #SBTS #riverseine #funemployment #familytime #yachtcrewashore #blogpost #blogger #blogging #bonjour #travelblog #yachties #yachtieworld #socialmediamarketing #shapedbythesea #goprohero #goproquick

Two Years at this Office ⛵️

The birth place of Shaped by the Sea, thanks to @sy.path for providing so many incredible memories with a truely wonderful crew.

In this industry their are good boat and then their are special boats, this is a special one but you don’t know until you’ve been apart of it 🫂

On to the next path…

#Path #PathFamily #Sailyachts #Sailing #balticyachts_official #shapedbythesea #birthplace #emotional #yachtingworld #heavyheart

Happy Sunday,

This week's blog post is an interview with the inspiring lady that is Nadine Proctor, I had the privilege of meeting nadine at Cannes Yacht show early this year and once I heard her story I knew it was one for the blog.

I interviewed Nadine at this years Monaco Yacht, we had an incredibly honest and inspiring conversation about the yachting industry and how she has found her journey from working in a completely male dominated industry like hydraulics to running a world leading company in it's field, follow the link below to read the blog.

https://www.shapedbythesea.org/post/inside-the-world-of-yachting-ceo-nadine-proctor

As always, keep smiling, laughing and loving the Sea.

Melissa xo #yachting #shapedbythesea #yachtingworld #Yachtcrew #adventuresofyachties #Seriesofwomeninyachting #bloginterviews #blogsofinstagram #newblogpost #sailingblog #blogger #marinehydraulics #marinehydraulicsystems

👀⛵️

Today whilst doing a job inside the boom it dawned on me just how few days I have left in my current job. The future is exciting and a little scary. I began to think of all of the great memories I’ve had onboard in the time I’ve been on the beautiful @sy.path. It filled my heart with Joy 🤍

I spoke to a close friend today that said I looked really happy and that is exactly what I am at the moment. It made me smile incredibly to hear this. Making a choice to have some time off, study and spend time with the ones I love.🫂

#shapedbythesea #sailingyachts #SyPath #yachtcrew #anupdate #change #smile #yachtingworld #sailingyachtrigging #yachtieworld

Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Elisabet Holm

To read the latest edition of Shaped by the Sea’s blog to delve into the world of marketing and the story of a talented lady in yachting.

https://www.shapedbythesea.org/post/inside-the-world-of-yachting-a-conversation-with-elisabet-holm-head-of-marketing-at-baltic-yachts

#SBTSMedia #yachting #yachtingblog #insidetheworldofyachting #marketinginsight #blogpost #blogging #sailingblog #shapedbythesea #balticyachts

Inside the World of Yachting; a conversation with Elisabet Holm the head of Marketing at Baltic Yachts⛵️

It was so lovely to catch up with Elisabet at Monaco Yacht Show, to hear about her passion and enthusiasm for her craft and the innovation produced in Finland.

We delve into her personal journey within the yachting industry… to read what elisabet has to share go to
https://www.shapedbythesea.org/post/inside-the-world-of-yachting-a-conversation-with-elisabet-holm-head-of-marketing-at-baltic-yachts

#SBTSmedia #yachting #yachtingworld #yachtingblog #insidetheworldofyachting #yachtinglife #womaninyachting #balticyachts_official #womanfromallwalksofyachting

Inside the World of Yachting 🌎

This weeks blog is the first of a series of blogs that promote the voices of women from across the industry.

I sat down with Lisa Garside at Monaco Yacht Show to discuss all things yachting, getting started in yachting, career growth, work life balance and so much more. Talking with Lisa enhanced my believe that we can do anything we want when we set our minds to it. Nothing is impossible.

If you are a female on deck in yachting and you'd like to share you're story to inspire others, then get intouch with me via, direct message or email me at shapedbythesea_@outlook.com.

To read the Blog, find the link my Bio on Link-tree or head directly to www.shapedbythesea.org.

As always, keep smiling, laughing and loving the sea xo

#newblogpost #shapedbythesea #yachtingworld #yachting #bloginterviews #blogsofinstagram #Yachtcrew #Seriesofwomeninyachting #yachtingcontent #adventuresofyachties

✨Blog Post ✨
Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Chief Officer Lisa Garside

I caught up with Chief Officer Lisa at Monaco Yacht Show, it was so so lovely to talk with her about her journey into yachting.

If you don’t know Lisa, she is a wonderful person and inspirational female on deck. She’s a Yachtie, Author, Wife, Cat mum and all round awesome lady.

Give the blog a read to know more about what we discussed. To check out Lisa’s writing head to her Instagram page, her writing is truely great and a very enjoyable read.

As always keep laughing, smiling and loving the Sea xo

#shapedbythesea #blogpost #interviewblogger #riseandthriveqoutes #cheifofficer #ladiesinyachting #girlsondeck #sheofthesea #yachtlife #yachtingworld #yachtingindustry #yachtingnetwork

10 October- World Mental Health Day 💭

You may think what does “Mel know about mental health” I’m no expert I just know what works for me.

If you’re struggling reach out… one conversation can open a world of support you wish you’d had in the months before.
ISWAN run the Yacht Crew Helpline that is designed for you to reach out and ask for some advise, support and care.
To get in touch;

-www.yachtcrewhelp.org

-Dial +00442037137273

-Use their Live Chat on the website

As always keep smiling, laughing and loving the Sea xo

*This post is in no way sponsored or paid, this is just to make people more aware of what support is put there*

#SBTS #yachting #Yachtcrewsupport #worldmentalhealthday2024 #yachtcrewmatter #mentalhealthawareness #askforhelp #crewwellbeing #personaljourney

✨SBTS NEWS✨

I’ve teamed up with the lovely team @superyachtcontent to bring some of the topics I’ve spoken about in my blogs back to the forefront of the yachting conversation.

Today my blog “bodies, bikini’s and Boats” will be published onto the Superyacht Content website, this blog talks about the process of coming terms with a change in our bodies both physically and mentally. It’s a difficult process in a the world of yachting where the image is suppose to be perfect.

If you haven’t read it yet, follow the link below to either superyacht content or SBTS website to give it a read ✨🙌🏽

https://www.superyachtcontent.com/superyacht-crew-lifestyle/superyacht-crew-health-wellbeing/bodies-bikinis-boats-my-account-of-coming-to-terms-with-scars/

Or

https://www.shapedbythesea.org/post/bodies-bikini-s-and-boats-my-account-of-coming-to-terms-with-scars

A massive thank you to Superyacht content for providing a platform to keep the conversation going around this hot topics.

#SBTS #bodyimage #yachtingindustry #yachtlife #yachtcrewmatter #mentalhealthawareness #physicalhealthmatters #healthycrewarehappycrew #thinkbodypositive #bodypositvity

Between the Champagne and Sorbet ✨

The last two days where fantastic for both Shaped by the Sea and my social media clients, when I’m not talking I’m creating content… Watch this space for all of the incredible things to come out of this show 🙌🏽✨

Do you run a yachting company? do you need some help with you social media…Get in touch with me , Shapedbythesea_@outlook.com

Also a huge thank you to @balticyachts_official for enabling me to attend another Monaco Yacht Show, it is a pleasure to be apart of the Baltic family 🤍

#Shapedbythesea #yachtcrew #yachtcrewsocials #yachtingindustry #sailingyachtcrew #blogging #yachtingrelations #yachtcrewlife #socialmediamarketing #yachtiessupportingyachties

Some thoughts 💭

The med season is coming to end, luckily for me it officially ended in July but if you’ve ever worked on a sail boat you know the on time is more chilled than the off time.

It feels a little like the yachting industry has gone mad over the last few months.

Monaco yacht show is just around the corner, I’ll be there on Friday and Saturday the 27th and 28th talking to the yachting community about Shaped by the Sea and getting some blog interviews lined up.

Moreover, I’ll be with SBTS Client @ahoycrewagency talking about what crew really want in good recruitment and what that looks like.

I’m excited to catch up with friends and colleugues, @the_om_uk, @yachtpearlsofwisdom, @reedmanwm, @bwayachting and lots of others.

If your in Monaco and you see this face around, come and say Hi! 👋🏽

📸 @ellenisyoung 🤍

#SBTS #blogger #bosunblogs #yachtingworld #yachtingvoices #yachtingcontent #blogger #monacoyachtshow_official #community #yachtingcommunity

Some Thoughts from up the Rig ⛵️

✨A Little update from Shaped by the Sea✨

Thanks to my partnership with @ahoycrewagency as their social media Manager, I will be attending both Cannes and Monaco Yacht Show along side the Ahoy Team.

Cannes Yacht Show- we will be around and about meeting new and old faces and introducing Ahoy to the industry on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th.

Monaco Yacht Show- I’m so excited to be attending on the 27th and 28th for the second year in a row. Are you headed to the show? Would you like to know more about Shaped by the Sea vision, then drop me a message to arrange a time or email me at shapedbythesea_@outlook.com.

I’ve always loved talking about this fantastic industry so what a better place to do it than at these two wonderful yachting show’s.
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#SBTS #shapedbythesea #yachting #yachtshow #cannesyachtingfestival #monacoyachtshow_official #yachtingsmallbusiness #socialmediamanager #socials #yachtingindustry #sidehustle #yachtingworld #balticyachts_official #rigwork

🏝️Island Life 🏝️

So many beautiful memories of this incredible place over the years, it’s hard to put into one Reel.

The peace, tranquility and beauty never fails to amaze me and of course the incredible people I get to call my island family make it 🤍

Do you have an “Island Paradise” a place you call home, that you go to when you need to breath from the world?

This a glimpse into mine, check out the link in my bio 🔗

#SBTS #blogger #yachtcrew #home #peace #foundations #community #blogging #yachtcrew #yachtcrewlife #yachtingworld #lifeoutsideyachting #family #paradiseisland

Life on a Secluded Island 🏝

I wanted to share with you this week a part of my life that really created and shaped who I am today.
This week's blog post is about the incredibly beautiful island of Copeland islands off the coast of Northern Ireland in the mouth of Belfast Lough, where I've had the pleasure of spending a lot of my life so far. If you've met me or worked with me you'll know this is my favourite place in the world.

I wrote this post to highlight to other yachties the importance of having a base, a home, and a place to wind down after the chaos of a season. What's your version of "a secluded island"?

Head to www.shapedbythesea.org to read the blog.

#blogging #blogs #yachtingworld #sbts #copelandislands #copelandislandsview #downtime #yachtcrewlifestyle #yachtcrewlife #yachtcrewwellness #yachtcrewwellbeing #yachtingblog

SBTS Summer ✨

What a summer it’s been;
•Northern France
•Denmark
•Sweden
•Norway
•Italy
•France

Do you love adventure? Are you passionate about the Sea? Then follow us to read about all things Shaped by the Sea. 🌊

To find out more about Shaped by the Sea, Head to our website https://www.shapedbythesea.org/

#shapedbythesea #yachting #yachtingblog #contentcreator #yachtcrew #sailyachtcrew #capturingmoment #sailingyachts #yachtcrewlife

LOFOTEN, Norway

Learning to a fly a drone in such a stunning place was truely awesome, I cannot wait to share the Norway trip with you all in a blog post.

We’re currently on delivery back to the lovely Genoa just under 2,000 Nm to go, plenty of time to write and and enjoy being at sea.

Do you fly a drone onboard?

📸 @shapedbythesea__ on @djiglobal

#shapedbythesea #blogposts #blogger #droneflying #dronephotosofinstagram #sailing #lofotenislands #norway #sailingyachts #sypath

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How to Have a Festive Christmas While Working Onboard a Yacht: Rocking Around the Christmas Tree

Melissa Ramm

Dec 20, 20242 min read

How to Have a Festive Christmas While Working Onboard a Yacht: Rocking Around the Christmas Tree

Experience the magic of Christmas onboard a yacht with our festive tips for spreading cheer among crew and guests. Keep the holiday spirit a

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Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Chief Officer Lisa Garside

Melissa Ramm

Oct 12, 20246 min read

Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Chief Officer Lisa Garside

This week's SBTS is an insight into the world of a Chief Officer. From work life balance to career growth, a must read, SBTS.

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Unlocking Your Potential: The Power of Embracing Career Change for Growth and Education

Melissa Ramm

Aug 27, 20243 min read

Unlocking Your Potential: The Power of Embracing Career Change for Growth and Education

Hi Everyone, This week's blog is the first time I've sat down with my thoughts for some time now. Decision-making has been at the top of...

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Getting to Know Shaped by the Sea : A Fresh Introduction

Melissa Ramm

Jun 28, 20244 min read

Getting to Know Shaped by the Sea : A Fresh Introduction

This week's edition of SBTS is an introduction to who I am and why I write about my life and the Yachtting industry.

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Mental Health onboard- from both sides of the coin, crew and Managerial...

Melissa Ramm

Jun 17, 20244 min read

Mental Health onboard- from both sides of the coin, crew and Managerial...

A Crew members Perspective and a little insight into what Shaped by the Sea has been up to recently.

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"The Grass is Greener: Exploring the Myth of Better Opportunities"

Melissa Ramm

Jun 1, 20243 min read

"The Grass is Greener: Exploring the Myth of Better Opportunities"

Explore the myth of better opportunities in the yachting world. Is the grass truly greener on the other side? Dive into the insights of a se

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Navigating Sexism: A Beginner's Guide to Sexism in Yachting

Melissa Ramm

Apr 27, 20244 min read

Navigating Sexism: A Beginner's Guide to Sexism in Yachting

Hello Everyone, This week I've been thinking a lot about the isms, I can only write about the isms I am up against, I know many affect us...

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The Challenges and Triumphs: A Yachtie's Tale of Crossing the Atlantic

Melissa Ramm

Apr 19, 20245 min read

The Challenges and Triumphs: A Yachtie's Tale of Crossing the Atlantic

An insight into a yachties life at sea, a recount of an atlantic crossings and what it's like to be at sea.

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Seeking True Balance: How to Empower Your Mind, Body, and Soul according to George Robinson

Melissa Ramm

Apr 3, 20244 min read

Seeking True Balance: How to Empower Your Mind, Body, and Soul according to George Robinson

Shaped by the Sea's first book review on a self-help guidance book written by a yachtie for other yachties.

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Inside the World of Yachting : A Conversation with Captain Ella Johnson

Melissa Ramm

Mar 24, 20244 min read

Inside the World of Yachting : A Conversation with Captain Ella Johnson

Captain Ella Johnson Hi Ella, thank you for making time to sit down and talk with me, I've had the pleasure of knowing you for quite some...

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"Why Daily Support for Women Matters: Moving Beyond International Women's Day"

Melissa Ramm

Mar 9, 20243 min read

"Why Daily Support for Women Matters: Moving Beyond International Women's Day"

What does international women's day mean to you? Shaped by the sea's thoughts on female empowerment.

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Inside the World of Yachting: Exclusive Interview with the Founder of Girls on Deck!

Melissa Ramm

Feb 28, 20246 min read

Inside the World of Yachting: Exclusive Interview with the Founder of Girls on Deck!

Megan Venter- Founder of Girls on Deck "Hi Megs, firstly thanks for agreeing to share your yachting story with me. We’ve been in contact...

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How to Have a Festive Christmas While Working Onboard a Yacht: Rocking Around the Christmas Tree

Inside the World of Yachting; A conversation with Chief Officer Lisa Garside

Unlocking Your Potential: The Power of Embracing Career Change for Growth and Education

Getting to Know Shaped by the Sea : A Fresh Introduction

Mental Health onboard- from both sides of the coin, crew and Managerial...

"The Grass is Greener: Exploring the Myth of Better Opportunities"

Navigating Sexism: A Beginner's Guide to Sexism in Yachting

The Challenges and Triumphs: A Yachtie's Tale of Crossing the Atlantic

Seeking True Balance: How to Empower Your Mind, Body, and Soul according to George Robinson

Inside the World of Yachting : A Conversation with Captain Ella Johnson

"Why Daily Support for Women Matters: Moving Beyond International Women's Day"

Inside the World of Yachting: Exclusive Interview with the Founder of Girls on Deck!