What surfing taught me...
- Osmarie Pico
- Mar 7
- 2 min read
I went surfing over the weekend and a stranger asked me if he could take photos of me. I asked where he would use my photo. He said, “Nowhere. I just want to take photos of surfers”. And so, I said yes, on the condition he would send me the photos.

Why do I love being in the ocean and surfing?
The truth is, I never expected surfing would teach me so much about life, but every wave has brought powerful insights that apply far beyond the ocean.
👉 What did I learn in surfing?
🔹 Patience is everything – You can’t force a wave to come; you have to wait for the right one. Just like in life, timing matters, and sometimes, the best thing you can do is trust and stay ready.
🔹 Wipeouts are part of the journey – Falling off the board isn’t failure—it’s feedback. Every setback teaches resilience, just like every challenge in life helps us grow stronger.
🔹 Energy flows where attention goes – When you focus on the turbulence, you wipe out. But when you focus on where you want to go, you ride the wave. The same applies to manifesting goals in life—your energy shapes your reality.
🔹 Surrender to the flow – Fighting the ocean gets you nowhere, just like resisting life’s changes only creates struggle. When you trust the process, you move with more ease and grace.
🔹 Commit fully – If you hesitate when paddling into a wave, you’ll miss it. Success, like surfing, requires commitment. When you decide to go for something, go all in!
Surfing isn’t just a sport—it’s a mindset. And just like in the water, life rewards those who stay present, trust the flow, and keep paddling no matter what.
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What unexpected places or sports gave you life lessons? 🌊🏄♂️
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