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>I faced some demons I never had the courage to confront before. The internal lessons learned, the epiphanies I had. The self-awareness gained. But it came at a

>I faced some demons I never had the courage to confront before. The internal lessons learned, the epiphanies I had. The self-awareness gained. But it came at a heavy price. After reading the entire post, he got the adventure he wasn't looking for. Who am I to criticise someone who takes such immense risks to get out of their comfort zone, while I enjoy a quiet Sunday in the sun, within the safety of steps from my family, kitchen and bed?

sandworm101 4y ago
>> Who am I to criticize someone who takes such immense risks to get out of their comfort zone Because this often means other people taking similar risks to rescue them. As a former rockclimber I am all for adventure, but some of this open ocean stuff is beyond reason. From rogue waves to pirates, often your open ocean fantasy is less skill than a roll of the dice. You are also rolling the dice for all of those onboard the ships and helicopters that will be sent to rescue you.
- xhkkffbf 4y ago
  You say you're a former rock climber. Did you retire because of the similar fears of taking on too much risk? Do you think that rock climbing can be done in a safe enough way?
  - sandworm101 4y ago
    Ocean risk is very different than rock climbing risks. The distances and weather make rescue far more involved. Most climbers are only a quick helicopter ride to a hospital.
- Const-me 4y ago
  > this often means other people taking similar risks to rescue them. I agree about mountains, but I don't think the risks are similar on the sea. Modern large vessels are relatively safe in all weather. Plane and helicopter pilots follow safety protocols, I don't think they gonna fly into a storm.
  - sandworm101 4y ago
    Driving ships and helicopters into storms is Coast Guard 101. When a rich guy on an around the world sailing attempt gets into trouble, someone has to go rescue him, often in extreme conditions. It is one thing to risk one's life to save fishers or merchant sailors, another to risk one's life saving a bored millionaire trying to sail across the Pacific on a raft made of soda bottles.

sandworm101 4y ago

>> Who am I to criticize someone who takes such immense risks to get out of their comfort zone Because this often means other people taking similar risks to rescue them. As a former rockclimber I am all for adventure, but some of this open ocean stuff is beyond reason. From rogue waves to pirates, often your open ocean fantasy is less skill than a roll of the dice. You are also rolling the dice for all of those onboard the ships and helicopters that will be sent to rescue you.

xhkkffbf 4y ago
You say you're a former rock climber. Did you retire because of the similar fears of taking on too much risk? Do you think that rock climbing can be done in a safe enough way?
- sandworm101 4y ago
  Ocean risk is very different than rock climbing risks. The distances and weather make rescue far more involved. Most climbers are only a quick helicopter ride to a hospital.
Const-me 4y ago
> this often means other people taking similar risks to rescue them. I agree about mountains, but I don't think the risks are similar on the sea. Modern large vessels are relatively safe in all weather. Plane and helicopter pilots follow safety protocols, I don't think they gonna fly into a storm.
- sandworm101 4y ago
  Driving ships and helicopters into storms is Coast Guard 101. When a rich guy on an around the world sailing attempt gets into trouble, someone has to go rescue him, often in extreme conditions. It is one thing to risk one's life to save fishers or merchant sailors, another to risk one's life saving a bored millionaire trying to sail across the Pacific on a raft made of soda bottles.