Comments on: What Body Boarding in Hawaii Taught me About Life

By: Alex

Alex — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:56:52 +0000

Inspiring stuff. This is one of the best articles I have read in a long time and I only hope more people find it. I can testifly to the fact that Hawaii can transform your outlook on life – it did the same to me.

By: Farnoosh

Farnoosh — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:06:00 +0000

Persistence does pay! Good for you and my goodness, I just this week returned from my 5th trip to Paradise on Earth which is indeed the one and only Hawaii. We even looked at real estate (and had a few good laughs!) How I wish I could live there. I have been to the North Shore and watched those stunning brave surfers so my hat off to you!

By: Vern

Vern — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 03:52:13 +0000

Nice Ryan… Bodyboarding in Hawaii is my favorite recreational past-time. I love it more than eating. I have had a number of good and bad experiences bodyboarding on the north shore of Oahu. Almost died there once!

There is something so cool about bodyboarding… beginners can do it on day one. It’s so accessible and, to me is better than standing up and surfing… I can ride much bigger waves and actually do tricks. Lol. I’ve met some great people while in the water – and highly recommend Hawaii bodyboarding as the ultimate. Makapu’u, Bellows AFS, and Waikiki WALLS is always a good time in the Summer – and summer is right around the bend.

Here is my “almost dying while bodyboarding” post if you have a minute.
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By: Ryan @ Planting Dollars

Ryan @ Planting Dollars — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:01:00 +0000

I have a problem with patience as well and sometimes burn out, but I’ve really learned that whoever sticks with something the longest comes out on top… it’s hard to figure out exactly what’s worth persisting on though.

Thanks for the comment Phil.

By: Ryan @ Planting Dollars

Ryan @ Planting Dollars — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:59:38 +0000

Thanks Chris,

Do you still dive a lot? The only thing I wish is that there were more sharks around here! I bet I’m in the minority there…
Ryan @ Planting Dollars´s last blog ..Hiking Diamond Head and Snorkeling In Waikiki

By: Ryan @ Planting Dollars

Ryan @ Planting Dollars — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:58:16 +0000

Hey Barrie,

What horrible luck! It would be really bad luck if that ever happened again, but I definitely think you should get back out there and try, it’s worth it!
Ryan @ Planting Dollars´s last blog ..Hiking Diamond Head and Snorkeling In Waikiki

By: Ryan @ Planting Dollars

Ryan @ Planting Dollars — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:56:54 +0000

It’s definitely persistent, dangerous, and beautiful all at the same time. The ocean never gets boring.
Ryan @ Planting Dollars´s last blog ..Hiking Diamond Head and Snorkeling In Waikiki

By: Barrie Davenport

Barrie Davenport — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:15:56 +0000

Hi Ryan,
Last summer on the first day of my family’s beach vacation, my kids coaxed me away from my beach chair and book to body surf. The first wave hit me and slammed my face into the sand, leaving a bloody abrasion next to my eye and down my cheek! I looked like Frankenstein for the rest of the week and swore I’d never body surf again.
Your analogy brought this event back to my mind. Sometimes you do have to get your face slammed, but if you give up, you’ll never ride the wave. I’m going to the beach again this spring. So maybe I’ll try again . . .

Thanks for the motivation!
Barrie Davenport´s last blog ..Limiting Beliefs: Overcome Thoughts That Sabotage Success

By: Chris Akins

Chris Akins — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:28:38 +0000

Ryan,

Your post is a great metaphor for life. Learning how and when to persist is a great and difficult skill to learn.

I wish you the best in your dreams. I am also an avid scuba diver. I earned my basic qualifications in Hawaii while I was stationed there in the Navy. I’ve dived all over the world and Hawaii is one of my favorites!
Chris Akins´s last blog ..5 ways to make your thoughts more positive and change your world

By: Phil Bolton

Phil Bolton — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:15:42 +0000

Ryan – awesome post. I love the idea that what we battled against will ultimately be what provides the power to move forward. My horoscope for this year suggested that I practice patience which I equate closely with persistence and I agree that it is vital to success. You’ve got to believe and keep on going through the waves to get that pay off. Thank you – great lesson.

Phil
Phil Bolton´s last blog ..Get off the Hamster Wheel