The RobCast

She Told Me It Was Waterproof

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Mar 28, 2025
A lighthearted journey begins with personal reflections on writing and community engagement. The host humorously recalls the trials of merging spirituality and surfing, including the unforgettable tale of a waterproof Bible. They tackle the push and pull of authenticity in professional life, revealing the discomfort of aligning inner truths with outside expectations. Emphasizing the importance of embracing our flawed past, the conversation closes with an honest look at the challenges of organizing tours and the emotional complexities of pursuing passions.
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ANECDOTE

Waterproof Bible Photoshoot

  • Rob Bell recounts a magazine photoshoot where the editors wanted him to pose reading a waterproof Bible while surfing.
  • He refused, finding the concept clichéd and inauthentic to his relationship with surfing and spirituality.
INSIGHT

Surfing as a Spiritual Experience

  • Surfing, for Rob Bell, is deeply personal and spiritual, transcending words.
  • He avoids discussing it because words can't capture its essence.
ADVICE

Trust Your Intuition

  • Trust your intuition.
  • Recognize when something doesn't align with your path, even if external pressures suggest otherwise.
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