I don’t normally fast for Lent because something in me — the slightly rebellious side, probably — doesn’t like doing something simply because it’s the religious trend or because I feel like I have to do it. I don’t want my relationship with God to feel forced or pressured to be a certain way. I want to make sure that if I fast, I’m … [Read more...] about Fast from surfing and dive into faith
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To surf is to learn balance in life
To surf, or not to surf — that is the question that plagues student-surfers when their responsibilities conflict with the epic swells rolling into their favorite breaks. I often find myself distracted from my studies, especially when I can see the ocean and watch the breaking waves from almost anywhere on Pepperdine’s campus. Like a siren song, the sea calls to all … [Read more...] about To surf is to learn balance in life
Surf culture calls to all walks of life
Think of the word, “surf.” What most predictably follows that word in your mind? There is a reason why the stereotype of being a “surf bum” exists more prevalently than that of being a “surf doctor” or “surf lawyer.” Surfing is time-consuming, and in a lot of cases, exclusive. Many people associated with surfing pick up a bad … [Read more...] about Surf culture calls to all walks of life
Hop onto a board and hit the surf
It’s pretty much impossible to go anywhere in Malibu and not be met with images of surfing. Whether it is a surfer crossing Pacific Coast Highway, a sign shaped like a surfboard or one of the many surf shops in the area, Malibu has an unavoidable oceanic atmosphere. Pepperdine’s easy access to the Pacific Ocean is a huge attraction to many of the students who come here, but … [Read more...] about Hop onto a board and hit the surf
Soothe your spirit through surfing
A common conception of surfing is that it’s all about chasing down the perfect wave and using it as a platform to exhibit skill and satisfy adrenaline cravings. However, a lot of people, myself included, find that surfing is much more than that — or perhaps much less than that. It can be defined simply as a ridiculously fun way to observe and experience the existence of … [Read more...] about Soothe your spirit through surfing
