What Skiing Teaches Us About Relationships
The true après-ski: why vulnerability is worth it on the slopes and with others.
I had a skiing accident 20 years ago—and that fear of risk kept me off the slopes *and* from being real with others.
But risk is part of a full life (and day on the slopes). Whether you're a ski legend or terrified of the slopes, skiing can help us show up more fully with others. ⛷️🤪. My latest Psychology Today article explore how: Read on here!
Here are the key takeaways:
Like skiing, relationships improve when we trust tools enough to actually use them.
Growth takes time—embrace ‘chairlift moments’ to slow down and appreciate the messy progress.
The real rewards come when we leave the bunny slopes, both on skis and in life.
Love the chairlift analogy…seasons for everything - riding the lift, zooming down the mountain, enjoying the bunny slopes, or après. Hopefully not backtracking up the mountain, unless you’re into alpine skiing!
While I am no skier, can definitely relate to the power of showing up and leaning in even when it’s uncomfortable. This is a forever reoccurring theme for me for sure. Thanks for sharing!