This is the story of Aleksander Aurdal, a Norwegian freestyle skier who fully understands the most important rule in life: You need to crash to learn and progress. Repeatedly. In sports. In your job. In love. In life.

Already as a baby you learn to crash. The video below is a commercial but also a hommage to all moms (and dads) for teaching us that falling only makes us stronger. For giving us the encouragement to try again.

But crashing or injury can damage your self-esteem, not just your body
A serious injury does more than hurt your body – it can also challenge your sense of identity and self-esteem.  Anyone who is talented, passionate about their sport and devotes serious time and effort will feel pride in their achievements and skill.  Kayaking becomes more than something you do, it becomes who you are.

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