3 ISSUE 12 | MARCH-APRIL 2025 Editorial Apo Belokas Founder & Managing Editor, SAFETY4SEA CON T E N T S [email protected] Apostolos Belokas @ApoBelokas SAFETY4SEA is Fostering Sustainable Shipping for more than 15 years, hosting the leading safety4sea.com, (300k visitors monthly) producing monthly magazines & tailored publications (100k p.a. circ. onboard & ashore) & Industry Surveys along with e-mail, video & social media, delivering SAFETY4SEA, GREEN4SEA, SMART4SEA, CAREER4SEA & Crew Welfare Week Forums & Awards. In this edition 4. Key trends in seafarer recruitment and retention 8. Columbia Group: Investment in mentorship and training programs will advance women’s role in shipping 10. Beyond sleep: The 7 types of rest you actually need 13. Anger management: How to control our emotions for healthier relationships 16. Addressing low crew confidence, a hidden hazard at sea 19. Workforce retention and performance challenges in the maritime industry 20. MUI Women’s Wing: Women have moved from being an exception to a growing force in maritime 23. The new wave of Mindfulness: 7 Key trends 24. Regulatory Focus: Key points to know in the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers 26. Stay SEAFiT: Changing the perception of wealth This edition highlights key trends in seafarer recruitment and retention. As the backbone of global trade, the maritime industry is facing a growing challenge: a critical shortage of skilled seafarers, with a projected shortfall of 90,000 by 2026. We also explore seven emerging trends transforming the mindfulness landscape. The movement is evolving— shifting from rigid rituals to a more intentional way of living. These trends reflect a deeper truth: mindfulness is no longer just a practice but a way of being. In the maritime context, it’s gaining ground not only as a mental health strategy but as a holistic lifestyle. Even at sea, there’s always space to pause and return to the present. This edition features several thoughtprovoking articles. First, we unpack the seven types of rest—challenging the myth that sleep alone equals rest. Next, we share ten key reasons maritime professionals remain in thriving workplaces—beyond salary. Finally, don’t miss the launch of our new infographic series, beginning with the five types of wealth. Inspired by Sahil Bloom’s bestselling book, it redefines wealth to include time, health, mindset, relationships, and a sense of “enough.” For more updates, stay tuned at safety4sea.com. 28. How proactive measures can transform crew wellbeing 30. Wellness Corner 32. Optimizing Zazen: How a ‘just sitting’ practice can bring inner peace 35. 10 Reasons why top maritime professionals stay 36. Being passive-aggressive: Common practices and how they manifest in the workplace 39. Enhancing maritime safety and well-being 40. Life at sea: Key insights from active seafarers for life onboard 42. Healthy Habits Column 44. Book Review 46. Video Review 49. Happiness Column 50. Crossword
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