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The Surfer's Paradox

The Surfer's Paradox

Daily Chase #22

Jun 03, 2025
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Have you ever watched surfers?

There's something peculiar about their behavior that teaches us a powerful lesson about growth and challenge. After paddling out into the ocean, surfers don't catch the first wave that comes along.

Instead, they wait.

They might let several perfectly good waves pass by, patiently waiting for something specific: the right wave…

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