15 minutes to life and happiness by Christopher German

Last Updated: June 13, 2026

Each week, host Captain Christopher German will talk about ideas and strategies to improve our life and increase our happiness. Follow That Sailing Guy on Facebook or email info@thechartedlife.net to suggest a topic or idea.

The Death of Captain Chris

Published: July 1, 2022

I killed him. I did. It was a mercy killing, and he is now out of his misery- and in his place- a new man is born. That Sailing Guy.

My Dog Buxton

Published: June 24, 2022

You Are My Sunshine

Published: June 17, 2022

I turned 46 last week. I got a special wish from a lady in Beaufort, NC that made me happy- She didn't know it would make me happy. But it did. What have you done lately to make someone happy?

5 Minutes Until Impact

Published: June 10, 2022

This is the third installment in a three part series about surviving life's most ordinary events by looking through the perspective of those who have gone through the most extraordinary circumstances.

Digging Deep Without Eating Your Neighbors

Published: June 3, 2022

This is the second episode in our series on surviving daily life. In this episode, we look at survival from everyday events by being resourceful and doing the unthinkable.

Finding Beauty in the Life Boat

Published: May 27, 2022

In this episode, we look at survival from everyday events by finding the beauty in the world. Follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ImThatsailingguy

Nearer My God to Thee

Published: May 20, 2022

Premiere 15 Mins to Life and Happiness: Healing Involves Grieving

Published: May 13, 2022

In this premier episode of 15 mins to Life and Happiness, host Capt. Christopher German discusses healing from a life fraught with undiagnosed ADHD and the sadness that he has experienced now that he is healing.