In this episode, host Albert Balderas, California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Surf Therapy Facilitator, explores what it really means to fall — and get back up.

Through the wisdom of surf and skate therapy, Albert shares how falling isn’t failure — it’s feedback. It’s an essential part of learning, growing, and rewiring the nervous system for courage and resilience. We dive into growth mindset, trauma-informed movement, and how boardsports gently teach us to try, fall, and try again… without shame.

Whether you’ve wiped out on a wave, on a board, or in life — this episode is your reminder that rising starts with permission to fall.