Selling House to Escape Debt, Moving to a Luxury Cruise Ship to Live Out Her Dreams

Sue Behr, a photographer in her 60s from New Jersey's 'Garden State', made a life-changing decision after raising her son alone and facing overwhelming debt. The house that once felt safe became a financial burden preventing her from experiencing the freedom she desired. Every attempt to reduce her debt felt like an endless game of whack-a-mole. By selling her house, she not only freed herself from financial constraints but also began a new chapter in her life. Her travels in South America helped restore her confidence, and she became reinspired by photography. Through a friend working as a sommelier on a cruise ship, she found an opportunity to work as a ship photographer. After passing rigorous medical and fitness certifications, she now lives and works on a luxury cruise ship. Despite challenging living conditions - a windowless cabin deep in the ship and climbing multiple flights of stairs daily - the breathtaking views of sunsets over open seas make everything worthwhile. In just six months, she has traveled across three continents, rediscovering her smile and embracing new experiences by letting go of her previous attachments.