Shane Dorian is one of the most respected big-wave surfers in the world. He’s also a deep thinker and a gifted storyteller. In this episode of the REI Co-op Podcast, Shane shares his thoughts on life, risk, and the pursuit of excellence..
**On the nature of fear:**.
“Fear is a natural part of life. It’s not something to be ashamed of. It’s something to be embraced. When you face your fears, you grow as a person. You learn more about yourself. You become more resilient.”.
**On the importance of taking risks:**.
“If you want to live a full and meaningful life, you have to be willing to take risks. You have to be willing to step outside of your comfort zone. You have to be willing to fail. Failure is not something to be afraid of. It’s an opportunity to learn and grow.”.
**On the pursuit of excellence:**.
“Excellence is not about being perfect. It’s about giving your best effort. It’s about striving to be the best that you can be. Excellence is a journey, not a destination. It’s something that you work towards every day.”.
Shane Dorian is a true inspiration. His story is a reminder that we all have the potential to achieve great things. We just have to be willing to face our fears, take risks, and pursue excellence..
**Links:**.
* [Shane Dorian’s website](https://shanedorian.com/).
* [Shane Dorian on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/shanedorian/).
* [Shane Dorian on Twitter](https://twitter.com/shanedorian).
