Author: Simon Short Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781985861886 Category : Languages : en Pages : 148
Book Description
"Heart warming read that discusses depression, radical life change, and muses on the plight of the lifelong intermediate... grab a copy on Amazon" - David Lee Scales, Surf Splendor Podcast "I can recommend this book for non-surfers as much as surfers. It goes a long way towards explaining the hook that keeps people addicted to surfing and provides some personal lessons that can be applied to all walks of life" - Charlie Spurr - The Museum of British Surfing "Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. The writing is wonderful and Simon really nails it when he defines what an average surfer is and how surfing affects us all" - Imi Barneaud, The Ocean Riders Podcast "Short uses the term "average" not as in mediocre, but to make it relatable to the masses of surfers who are not professionals, and not beginners, but the wave-riders in between. He teaches life lessons with every chapter. You can be scared, intimidated, proud and brave, all in one session" - The Orange County Register From the author of "A Story about Surfing, Identity and Depression" comes the #1 New Release 'The Average Surfer's Guide' The Average Surfer's Guide to Travel, Waves and Progression is a book about surfing as much as it is about mental health, life balance and prioritizing one's passions. The author explores the metaphysical effects of surfing, the biological effects of surfing and how the sport, percolated into a lifestyle opens us up to travel, adventure, community and a true belonging and identity. The book takes us into situations that many are familiar with, but few of us speak of. Short bravely shares details from his darker days fighting a severe depression before learning some valuable life lessons. "Simon Short sat at the end of a Newport Beach rock jetty in the darkness, clutching a gun and ready to end his life as his depression hit an all-time low. For years, Short thought he was on the right track. The surfer from England moved to California after visiting for a surf trip in his early 20s, met a girl who became his wife and had a career as a police officer near Palm Springs. This was what he was supposed to do, right? When it all came crashing down a few years later, he found himself staring out into the ocean, the place that had been his one constant source of solace since he was a teen." Feb 2019 - The OC Register The Average Surfer's Guide takes a unique approach by forgetting the glamour of professional surfing and telling honest, humorous and engaging stories from a true, every-day, average surfer. The book teaches us how to progress away from complacency, both in our surfing and our everyday lives. In the end, this book will make you a better surfer. Not through technique but through teaching a new mindset and outlook towards life and surfing. The Average Surfer's Guide takes us on a journey from dark to light and teaches us how to live a true, balanced life that is authentic to who we are and what makes us happy. In this case, surfing.
Author: Scott Miller Publisher: HCI ISBN: 9780757300332 Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 0
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Using surfing as a metaphor for motivational and self-improvement concepts and written in accessible, everyday language peppered with surfer slang, Staying on Top proves that the good life is available right now. Making these essential lessons fun, cartoon character Surf Master Alva appears throughout the book to dispense nuggets of wisdom that point the way to the good life, illustrating in a humorous and wise way that experts and gurus are not needed to understand and make the most of life. In other words, we don't have to learn how to achieve the good life through retreats, pills, hospitals or programs, nor do we have to wait until we find the "perfect time". In surfer parlance, "Surfz up, dude! Get your board and get to the beach." Assessing their understanding of prevailing societal values portrayed through surfing metaphors and Surf Master Alva's quirky wisdom, Staying on Top will awaken people to the reality that living life to the fullest requires living in the present. Life right now is all anyone can truly be sure of: The secret to achieving and maintaining balance and serenity lies in accepting and embracing that truth. For long-term devotees of self-help literature and newcomers to the genre, everyone will delight in this wise yet whimsical journey to enlightenment.
Author: Didier Piter Publisher: Low Pressure Publishing ISBN: 9781908520999 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 164
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Secrets to Progressive Surfing is not your average learn to surf book aimed at getting beginners up and riding. This is a detailed analysis of what it takes to master just about every maneuver in the book, from the humble take-off to the modern aerial and everything in between. The text is clear and understandable, broken down into logical step by step progressions, shedding light on the techniques used by the pros. And what better pro to demonstrate the required skills in beautifully photographed sequences than Kelly Slater, 11 times World Champ, who plays a starring role in this incredible book that has something for every surfer on the planet.
Author: Doug Werner Publisher: Tracks Publishing ISBN: 1884654061 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 152
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Design innovations and a new appreciation for the grace and poise of surfing a longer board has lifted the art of longboarding back into the limelight and, more importantly, back into the minds of serious surfers who are looking to expand their wave riding experience. In the first half, Longboarder's Start-Up covers the basics of longboard equipment, wave selection, courtesy, and surfing technique through standing up. The second part gets into intermediate and advanced longboarding skills including: cross-stepping and trimming, turning maneuvers, essential noseriding and, finally, some of the breathtaking tricks that the pros execute so flawlessly. The key points are brought home with a stripped down text and photos featuring some of the best longboard surfers on earth, including Ted Robinson, Colin McPhillips, Jeff Kramer and Mark Stewart.
Author: Kia Afcari Publisher: Globe Pequot ISBN: 9781592287215 Category : Surfing for women Languages : en Pages : 0
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The winner of the longboard contest on MTV-2's "Surf Girls," offers an introduction to the sport, in the only guide for women who surf, and, more importantly, for those women who have always dreamed of paddling out beyond the breakers and catching the ideal wave.
Author: Bruce Sutherland Publisher: Low Pressure Publishing ISBN: 9781908520449 Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 446
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This mammoth book is the largest collection of surf-spot information ever compiled, with detailed analysis of the surf spots, swell forecasting and more.
Author: Paul Glossop Publisher: Major Street Publishing ISBN: 0648410064 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 181
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A Surfer's Guide to Property Investing is about how to achieve your financial goals and lead your best life through investing in property.Paul Glossop believes the mark of financial success isn't about getting bigger, better, faster or more. To him, success is freedom - freedom to spend more time with his family, or giving back to his community, or just more time to go surfing.Paul initially studied architecture before transferring his focus to education. He started working as a teacher in one of the roughest, toughest schools in the UK. A series of fortunate events brought him back to Sydney where over 10 years investing in property, Paul amassed a portfolio which has been focused on capital growth, development opportunities and cash flow. The success of his portfolio gave Paul the financial freedom to take a calculated risk to walk away from a successful corporate career and start something that he was truly passionate about: helping his family and others change their lives through investing in property.
Author: Paul Glossop Publisher: Major Street Publishing ISBN: 1923186221 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 169
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&‘ Whether you surf or not, Paul' s story as a property investor turned property professional is a great read. Draw on his story as you shape your own journey through property. If you' re willing to do the hard work &– and embrace the journey &– you' ll find your perfect wave.' &– Phil Tarrant, Managing Director, Momentum MediaInvesting is about more than dollars and cents. It' s about the lifestyle it canbring &– less time at work, earlier retirement, more time with friends and family,and more time at the beach.Property investing continues to be a resilient asset class that can bring substantial capital growth and a passive income &– even after a global pandemic and with increased costs of borrowing.It doesn' t need to be complicated; you just need to know how to go about it.A Surfer' s Guide to Property Investing will teach you about:• mastering the investor mindset• budgeting and strategy• picking a location• understanding investment options, including renovating, house and land,and commercial property• the secret to building long-term wealth.
Author: Laird Hamilton Publisher: Rodale ISBN: 1594869421 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 258
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A celebrity surfer shares his strategies for achieving optimal health and spiritual balance, counseling readers on a wide variety of topics, from nutrition and injury prevention to overcoming negativity and embracing one's passions. 100,000 first printing.
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