[PBzeer]

You'll find, particularly if you stay on the hook mostly, that your expenses become minimal. You'll also find you need less of many of the things you now have. Being frugal becomes a virtue, rather than a hardship. You become less of a consumer, no longer constantly bombarded by "buy this" or "buy that". In part because you realize you don't need every little gadget made, and in part, because you don't have the room for it anyway.

Of course, some people don't want to change their lifestyle by living aboard, and if you have the financial resources to do that, then it isn't a problem. Staying in marinas, dining out, etc..

But, it is an excellent opportunity to simplify your life, if you so choose. To achieve a sense of independence and self-sufficiency that can be a reward in itself.