At first, standing on a surfboard felt almost impossible. Every time I tried, my balance disappeared within seconds. Falling into the water, swallowing seawater, then paddling back to the starting point over and over again.

“Can’t keep your balance on the board? That’s completely normal.”
That sentence kept echoing in my mind, as if reminding me that everyone has been at this point.

Sometimes I managed to stand for a moment, but more often I fell again. Honestly, I fell far more times than I ever stood.

But strangely… that’s exactly where the fun is.

There’s a sense of satisfaction every time I dare to try again. A small happiness when I can stay on the board just a little longer. And without realizing it, the fear of the waves slowly turns into curiosity… even addiction.

Surfing isn’t about being able to stand right away.
It’s not about looking cool on the board.

It’s about having the courage to get back up every time you fall. And maybe… that’s what makes surfing so special. 🌊💙