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I don’t surf, but if I did, I imagine it feels a bit like life. Sometimes you get to ride a gnarly wave and sometimes you get ragdolled. The truth is, we need to learn how to ride all kinds of waves and be ready for anything.
“So, when your life does change, when you are courageous, and fearless and speak out… don’t expect everybody to stand up and cheer for you, because they don’t.” – Ellen Pompeo
I don’t know about you, but this is a lesson I’m still learning. When we embrace change, strive for better or follow our passion, not everyone will be in our corner. And…that doesn’t mean we should stop pursuing our goals.
A good friend recently shared that “…YOU and YOU alone are responsible for pursuing your passions…” and although it will be hard “…you’ll be grateful that you followed your own path, and you didn’t compromise on what might not be right for someone else, but is indeed right for you.”
So, let’s learn how to surf, figure out how to catch the waves that are meant for us and when we wipeout, find the tenacity to paddle hard back into the ocean. Here are a few training tips…
Join the right lineup – Take a look around and find inspiration in more advanced, rad surfers. By observing others, you can pick up a thing or two about how to catch and ride the best waves.
Get used to wiping out – One thing for certain is when we truly challenge ourselves, there will be waves that crush us and cause a few bruises, but it’s all part of the experience.
Shut down your inner kook – When others try to stifle your dreams and self-doubt creeps in, offer yourself some compassion and keep moving forward. We all have to start somewhere.
Wait for the next set – We’re all playing the long game and that requires patience. Spend time reflecting while you get positioned and ready for when something bigger or better comes along.
Get stoked – We get to choose what we value and care about, so channel your energy in a way that generates a feeling of excitement and happiness.
Bottom line, when you’re committed to becoming the best version of yourself, don’t let other people drop in and ruin your ride. The waves will keep coming, catch another one.
“And when I tell you to go, you gotta go. You gotta paddle your little heart out. You can’t hesitate, you can’t pull back, you can’t hold back. No fear.” – Keala Kennelly (Blue Crush)
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