Some of my favorite memories come from stepping into situations I had never experienced before: up in the air, down under the water, on the land. I'm a big ENTJ but I am super spontaneous when it comes to adventure. I am always down to try something new even if it's last minute, and I am not afraid of the unknown. Day trip to a new country? Sure! 48 hour road trip? I get it! How boring life would be if we only stayed in our comfort zone. The world is much bigger than everyday life.
I always had special love for horses. During pandemic, I took up horse jumping lessons and it quickly became one of my favorite activities. I worked with Roman, Leo, Daisy and Brooke over 2 summers, participating in various shows. Why did I stop? Roman passed away eventually due to a tumor on his leg. My heart knew it was time.
Many people love skydiving but I never had interests in free falling. On the other hand, I feel more like a bird paragliding. I feel free. Family did want me to continue paraglding but the 4-time I flu would forever live in my core memory.
Do you believe I have a severe fear of height? Half way into the climb, the coach asked me if I could continue, I nodded and I did!
I will never forget this hike. The entire way up and down, we needed to be on our fours to pull ourselves up or move down like a crab. The guide was also yelling at me at least 60% of time as I was too scared to hear anything. When we reached to the bottom, my legs were dead but I was so happy and proud, celebrating with beers and pepsis.
An entirely different world hiding just beneath the surface. My swimming skill is only good enough to keep me afloat in the pool. Somehow I decided to jump into the water on a clip and snorkeling in the ocean (with my double life jackets). Another core memory that I will always cherish.
Literally the first thing I did after coming to the Bay Area. That's also when I discovered I have plane sickness. I still remembered my copilot encouraged me to do flips in the air and I needed to throw up so bad right after in the air but couldn't land hahaha.
I was very surprised how much I enjoyed this activity. I can zoom out just focusing on the water and the sky, and it was so peaceful. I still hope someday I get to paddle along west coast or in Hawaii, that would be a dream come true.