11min chapter

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Surfing and mental health, grief for dead celebrities, and being unique

All in the Mind

CHAPTER

Surfing Towards Well-Being

This chapter explores the practical aspects of surfing, focusing on the fundamentals of standing on a surfboard and the associated thrill of catching waves. It delves into the mental health benefits of surfing, such as providing a distraction from daily stressors, while also addressing the limitations of current research on its efficacy as a therapeutic intervention. The chapter emphasizes the importance of self-talk and the accessibility challenges faced by potential surfers, highlighting the need for further rigorous studies to validate surfing's impact on mental well-being.

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