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Conceptual Learning and Surfing Breakthroughs
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27:01 - 35:21 (08:20)

The concept of learning principles instead of techniques and internalizing core principles have led to strange but effective surfing and foiling breakthroughs for some surfers.

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The tension and buildup of pressure in activities such as chess and jujitsu is similar to that experienced when surfing big waves or practicing cold water immersion, and learning to enjoy and thrive in these tense situations can enhance one's performance.
27:01 - 28:58 (01:57)
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Thematic Practice
Summary

The tension and buildup of pressure in activities such as chess and jujitsu is similar to that experienced when surfing big waves or practicing cold water immersion, and learning to enjoy and thrive in these tense situations can enhance one's performance. Cold water immersion and e-foil surfing are accessible practices that can be used to train the mind and body to deal with tension and pressure in a controlled environment.

Chapter
Conceptual Learning and Surfing Breakthroughs
Episode
#412: Josh Waitzkin on Beginner’s Mind, Self-Actualization, and Advice from Your Future Self
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Entrepreneur and surfer Jason Calacanis talks about how foiling has helped him make breakthroughs in his surfing approach and how the technique can be used as a form of meta training to internalize core principles.
28:58 - 32:57 (03:58)
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Surfing
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Entrepreneur and surfer Jason Calacanis talks about how foiling has helped him make breakthroughs in his surfing approach and how the technique can be used as a form of meta training to internalize core principles.

Chapter
Conceptual Learning and Surfing Breakthroughs
Episode
#412: Josh Waitzkin on Beginner’s Mind, Self-Actualization, and Advice from Your Future Self
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker reflects on the early stages of learning new skills and the importance of letting go of tightness and rigid thinking.
32:57 - 35:21 (02:24)
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Learning, New skills
Summary

The speaker reflects on the early stages of learning new skills and the importance of letting go of tightness and rigid thinking. Using examples from chess, foiling, and martial arts, he highlights the value of approaching new skills with playfulness and openness.

Chapter
Conceptual Learning and Surfing Breakthroughs
Episode
#412: Josh Waitzkin on Beginner’s Mind, Self-Actualization, and Advice from Your Future Self
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show