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Encouraging My Friend’s Progression

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ski_salmon69
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I’m trying to get my one buddy to attempt more things in the park. He’s super chill, he always laps the park with us even though he doesn’t really hit anything. I just feel bad because I feel as if he’s getting bored. Last year I was trying to coach him through sliding a box and he hurt himself kinda bad, and he just seems to have fear of hitting features now.

Any ideas of how I could help him overcome his fears? Of course I can’t force him to do anything, but I know he would love progressing in the park
Dec 6 2021 12:18AM
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PimpChimpin
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When he does something new hype him up and let him know it was dope. He’ll want to keep doing cool shit
Dec 6 2021 12:19AM
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ASSholebomber22
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He's gotta want it man. Maybe ask him what he wants to ski and see if that opens up some confidence. You can lead a horse to water but you can't make em drink kinda thing. Make sure he's skiing for him and not to be part of the crew.
Dec 6 2021 12:43AM
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Casey
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Just remember that the second you tie your identity as a skier or as a person to the outcome of any particular attempt, you are finished. Go watch some videos of PGA pros shanking balls on YouTube, the best players in the world fuck up all the time, the best skiers in the world fuck up all the time, don’t let insecurities ruin a good day on the mountain just be yourself and have some fun.
Dec 6 2021 1:04AM
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jjatty
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biggest thing for me was learning that nobody gives a shit if you fall, or mess up. everyone is more focused on having a good time and making sure they don’t fuck up. so once you get over that and have some confidence in yourself, he should be all good.
Dec 6 2021 1:46PM
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notyourmomssocks
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As someone whos relatively new new in the park, I think the most important thing you can do is eliminate any pressure he might be feeling. If you're trying new shit and falling (but popping up happy) he might feel like its less of a deal to fuck up.
Dec 6 2021 2:14PM
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weastcoat
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Unless he’s brand new to the game then just find new homies to ride with. hate to say it but progression isn’t something you can necessarily instill in someone’s mind all on your own, they’ve gotta want it.


Not necessarily telling you to go say hey fuck you go find someone else to ride with but if yourself as a skier want to get better then you gotta ride with people who are giving it their all and are usually around same level / better than you are.
Dec 6 2021 5:39PM
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freestyler540
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My buddy is like that; solid skier, good attitude but cant hit a jump for the life of him.

i found that when it comes time to mentor someone in the park, let them come to you for help and advice. Dolling out too many tips and tricks can make you look cocky.
Even though it looks like they are not having as much fun as you, it doesnt mean they are bored. Most simply enjoy watching others send it. Thats how my buddy works. Hes more than stoked to watch us send!
Dec 6 2021 6:59PM
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switchlip2
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weastcoatUnless he’s brand new to the game then just find new homies to ride with. hate to say it but progression isn’t something you can necessarily instill in someone’s mind all on your own, they’ve gotta want it.


Not necessarily telling you to go say hey fuck you go find someone else to ride with but if yourself as a skier want to get better then you gotta ride with people who are giving it their all and are usually around same level / better than you are.

hey OP atleast ur not 1 of 3 park riders on your entire mountain
Dec 6 2021 7:46PM
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Mr.Whatsittoya
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ski_salmon69I’m trying to get my one buddy to attempt more things in the park. He’s super chill, he always laps the park with us even though he doesn’t really hit anything. I just feel bad because I feel as if he’s getting bored. Last year I was trying to coach him through sliding a box and he hurt himself kinda bad, and he just seems to have fear of hitting features now.

Any ideas of how I could help him overcome his fears? Of course I can’t force him to do anything, but I know he would love progressing in the park


I'm in the same boat haha half my friends don't dare to enter the park. I try hyping them up every year but they would rather just ski down the hill
Dec 6 2021 8:26PM
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