Managing Fear

Managing Fear

Fear is a natural part of surfing, but how can you channel it for growth? Dive into this collection to discover how to understand, manage, and transform fear. These videos offer tips on embracing fear and anger as tools for improvement, helping you enhance your surf experience and boost your well-being.

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Managing Fear
  • Guided Meditation (Miracle Surf)

    Many of our surfing goals are influenced by social media, images of favorite surfers, or perceived standards. While performance is great, surfing is about fun and joy in connecting with the ocean. Each of us is unique, and our joy comes from different experiences too. Led by Holly Beck, this medi...

  • Guided Meditation (Grow From Fear)

    Let’s say it again: fear is normal! Former pro surfer and surf therapist Holly Beck explores the three experiential zones in surfing—comfort, challenge, and overwhelmed. She guides a meditation to help you identify how fear shows up, recognize specific triggers, and embrace acceptance and growth.

  • How to Manage Fear

    Surf therapist Natalie Small shares her insights on fear—why it can be beneficial, how trapped fear can become toxic, and practical tips to release it before paddling out or while in the lineup.

  • Mental Preparation for Surfing Bigger Waves

    Professional Big Wave Surfer Delia Bense-Kang guides you through her big wave visualization exercise, incorporating goal setting and breath work to mentally prepare for a big day of swell.

  • Surf Stories of Fear & Survival (Holly Beck)

    As a Professional Surfer Holly Beck sometimes found herself in places she didn't want to be, like in very big waves without a support system. She shares each story in turn, adding what she learned from each.

  • 3 Healthy Ways to Release Anger

    Surf therapist Lara Buros explains that while anger is normal, repressing it can lead to negative health effects. She shares three ways to safely release anger, helping us show up as our healthiest selves.

  • It's OK to Get Angry

    Anger is a natural part of life. Surf therapist Lara Buros explores how to embrace and understand anger, recognizing its signs in your body and why it’s important to express it.