Surfing, Sex, and the “Flow state” (Expanding your Consciousness)

Ahhhhhh I bet you just wanted to talk about sex eh? Gotcha! Ha ha all good we’ll get to that in a bit. Ahhhhhh the “Flow” State. Have you felt it? Technically defined as an “optimal state of consciousness where we feel our best and perform our best,” what would it feel like to embody that consciousness daily at will? Wow wouldnt this be unbelievably epic? I define my flow state as a state of being tapped in…”in the zone” so to speak where time slows down and its like there is a kind of separation between doing and the effort of doing. Its almost like the process of whatever I am doing is doing me.

Other than when surfing I have felt this strongly during sex, dancing, or when playing music (djembe drum) In those special moments I am one with that process. In this state the self that I usually identify with (the one that likes to be in control) completely vanishes. In this state, life simply becomes easier and unfolds with ease and grace…

Action sport athletes seem to get into flow plenty, possibly even more frequently than anyone else. I feel this flow all the time when I surf. I can authentically say I have actually taken it for granted ha ha. The natural element of the Ocean naturally lends itself to this way of being. When riding a wave, there is nothing to do but surrender and let it do its thing. Yes there can be some effort involved with turning on its face or paddling to catch it indeed. But what a joy it is to let go and let the wave ride me. Thats the moment! The moment of no mind yet something profound is still occurring.

There are these “waves” of life available to us in all moments. They dont stop. Its just a matter of tapping in with our intention and awareness and using discernment to allow which ones we want to tap into…

Surfing can be such a beautiful easy way for one to experience this flow state. I would bet thats the reason why surfing has been claimed to be one of the most “highly addictive” feelings out there. There is a saying in the surfer community that surfing is even better than sex ha ha! I always go back and forth on that one because it really depends. Every wave has a different texture and energy. And sex, depending on the dynamics between both partners has its own unique essence and energy every time. Sex has been the most magical for me in those moments when I can really just be with the energy without any goal in mind. In this space I can allow the powerful energy to move me…I am simply the witness of something spectacular that is beyond me and my ego and its desires. What a gift this is! In this sacred place we can let go of control and surrender without expectations. In this space we can trust what unfolds, just like when riding a wave. Whew! What a fucking relief!…no pun intended ha ha…

Many people take a stance of being empowered as doing more and making things happen. This has its place and a balance of doing and being/receiving is great and is always a personal dance. AND, these days, I am leaning more on the side of Surrender. This is the magnificent meditation of life. In this beautiful sacred space more is available to us if we remain open and simply listen. In this beautiful sacred space you may just be surprised at what unfolds for your life.

Stay humble and trust my friends, there is something much larger than us available always working for our benefit with benevolence…Say YES to that, always be grateful, and “follow the signs and your bliss!”

May your life always be filled with curiosity and wonder. And may your life always unfold naturally with ease and grace in YOUR Flow…

With Love and Infinite Blessings…

Jason

P.S. If you are interested to know more about meditation, surrender, or how surfing can help you tap into your own personal flow state please contact me. I am here to be of service