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Everyone starts somewhere. Do you remember what it

Everyone starts somewhere. Do you remember what it was like your first time doing, well, ANYTHING? Holy crap, the nerves.
I love welcoming newcomers to anything I’ve already had some experience in. The desire to learn and self improve is an admirable trait, and it can take guts to try something you’ve never tried before - especially you know you’ll be surrounded by people who already know what they’re doing. Whenever I see someone getting started in the gym, dabbling in a new sport or taking a class, I think “go you, that rocks!” And so should everyone. Be the one who encourages, the one who creates a positive, supportive environment for others to share in the enjoyment of what you love doing too.
People ask me how to start something new - they’re nervous about looking silly in a climbing centre, embarrassed to look weak in the gym. Man, do you know how cool it is that you’re even showing up and giving it a go?
I could say you’re never going to be “good” on the first go - but I’ve been doing some things for years and I still don’t feel “good” at them because I’m often around people who are more experienced and show me where I can improve. Don’t compare yourself to others, there’s always another level for everyone. In my opinion, you’re good if you’re having a good time.
Lastly - people never really care about how you look as much as you think they do. Half the time, they’re too focussed on themselves! And most people are flattered when you ask them for advice. If they’re bothered - screw ‘em, you don’t need them anyway!
I love outdoors adventure, and I know a lot of people want to experience it too. You can. You don’t need to be an expert in any of these things - you just need to be willing to try them.
Everyone starts somewhere. 📸 @aslan_steel

home quarantine, fun for the whole family. #Behind

home quarantine, fun for the whole family. #BehindEveryGreatAdventurerIsTheirMother

👶🏻👉🏼👩🏻 dont even remember that p

👶🏻👉🏼👩🏻 dont even remember that photo on the left being taken but it’s cute!

Luke, I am your father and I’m ordering you to s

Luke, I am your father and I’m ordering you to stay in the damn house. (Seriously guys, stay inside)

She is badass she is grace Captain orange @ North

She is badass she is grace
Captain orange @ North Face 🍊

Reading the news like…WTF are some of these head

Reading the news like…WTF are some of these headlines!?! We’re all looking for credible sources of information, and I’m guilty of being entirely absorbed by the news at the moment. But I’ve seen and heard of a few misinformation campaigns now that have made me want to remind everybody to be vigilant about what you click! Eg. there are false rumours about lockdowns in different countries, Wired reported that hackers are using fear about the virus to generate phishing scams designed to get your password and bank info, various disinformation campaigns. 😑
On another note, I’ve been thinking about what good takeaways there might be from all this. I don’t think there are many, really. But perhaps we’ll find that we’re more connected with each other. That rampant individualism is not what matters - we need to care for each other because we rely on others to be healthy in order to have an effective and successful society. Perhaps, in the long term, this crisis will generate attitudes that make societies more cohesive and increase trust. But that’s not in any way guaranteed. One can only hope!! Ok, enough spam from me today.

Camp 2, my home for a few days during January’s

Camp 2, my home for a few days during January’s expedition. Not a bad spot for self isolation.

Gotta climb a mountain at 11 and win a foosball le

Gotta climb a mountain at 11 and win a foosball league at 4

Everyone starts somewhere. Do you remember what it

Everyone starts somewhere. Do you remember what it was like your first time doing, well, ANYTHING? Holy crap, the nerves.
I love welcoming newcomers to anything I’ve already had some experience in. The desire to learn and self improve is an admirable trait, and it can take guts to try something you’ve never tried before - especially you know you’ll be surrounded by people who already know what they’re doing. Whenever I see someone getting started in the gym, dabbling in a new sport or taking a class, I think “go you, that rocks!” And so should everyone. Be the one who encourages, the one who creates a positive, supportive environment for others to share in the enjoyment of what you love doing too.
People ask me how to start something new - they’re nervous about looking silly in a climbing centre, embarrassed to look weak in the gym. Man, do you know how cool it is that you’re even showing up and giving it a go?
I could say you’re never going to be “good” on the first go - but I’ve been doing some things for years and I still don’t feel “good” at them because I’m often around people who are more experienced and show me where I can improve. Don’t compare yourself to others, there’s always another level for everyone. In my opinion, you’re good if you’re having a good time.
Lastly - people never really care about how you look as much as you think they do. Half the time, they’re too focussed on themselves! And most people are flattered when you ask them for advice. If they’re bothered - screw ‘em, you don’t need them anyway!
I love outdoors adventure, and I know a lot of people want to experience it too. You can. You don’t need to be an expert in any of these things - you just need to be willing to try them.
Everyone starts somewhere. 📸 @aslan_steel

home quarantine, fun for the whole family. #Behind

home quarantine, fun for the whole family. #BehindEveryGreatAdventurerIsTheirMother

👶🏻👉🏼👩🏻 dont even remember that p

👶🏻👉🏼👩🏻 dont even remember that photo on the left being taken but it’s cute!

Luke, I am your father and I’m ordering you to s

Luke, I am your father and I’m ordering you to stay in the damn house. (Seriously guys, stay inside)

She is badass she is grace Captain orange @ North

She is badass she is grace
Captain orange @ North Face 🍊

Reading the news like…WTF are some of these head

Reading the news like…WTF are some of these headlines!?! We’re all looking for credible sources of information, and I’m guilty of being entirely absorbed by the news at the moment. But I’ve seen and heard of a few misinformation campaigns now that have made me want to remind everybody to be vigilant about what you click! Eg. there are false rumours about lockdowns in different countries, Wired reported that hackers are using fear about the virus to generate phishing scams designed to get your password and bank info, various disinformation campaigns. 😑
On another note, I’ve been thinking about what good takeaways there might be from all this. I don’t think there are many, really. But perhaps we’ll find that we’re more connected with each other. That rampant individualism is not what matters - we need to care for each other because we rely on others to be healthy in order to have an effective and successful society. Perhaps, in the long term, this crisis will generate attitudes that make societies more cohesive and increase trust. But that’s not in any way guaranteed. One can only hope!! Ok, enough spam from me today.

Camp 2, my home for a few days during January’s

Camp 2, my home for a few days during January’s expedition. Not a bad spot for self isolation.

Gotta climb a mountain at 11 and win a foosball le

Gotta climb a mountain at 11 and win a foosball league at 4

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