It’s time to say ‚Thank you’. I decided to quit my position at Starboard. A little more than two years ago I was offered to lead the way for and manage a brand that is known to lead innovation in my favorite sport in the world, windsurfing. For me it still is crazy to believe that a then 25-year-old, without finished university degree is trusted with with such responsibility. Perhaps this is part of the innovative approach of Svein Rasmussen, who has believed in my abilities, trusted in my leadership, shared all his knowledge and experience with me, and I have therefore I have seen as one of my mentors over the last two years. Thank you, Svein. Thank you for everyone I had the pleasure to work with over the last two years - it’s definitely been a ride. A ride that I didn’t expect. It wasn’t in the path I set out for myself as a professional windsurfer, but it was an opportunity I didn’t want to miss and am happy to have taken. After two years of successfully juggling the management of @starboardwindsurfing, windsurf on a world class level, make the best possible windsurfing content for the biggest windsurfing community on RUclips, becoming a co-owner of @surfcenter_com and joining this incredible team, developing new products for @surlasession, it was time to reset my focus. It’s been beyond demanding and I felt like it was time for a step up in either of my endeavors. Going two years back in time, I felt like I had some unfinished business in racing. It’s what I started this journey for and to this day I still can’t stand loosing a race 😄. So, to end this one on a positive note: I’m happy to be able to reset my focus to competitions while of course bringing the most entertaining and informative content for you guys and girls. Windsurfing forever. ⚡🤘
Thank you, I got in to windsurfing only 3,5 years ago and it saved my life and marriage ( we are both doing it), I literally changed my life to run around windsurfing, left London for coast, build my own camper/adventure van. During covid it was a bliss to watch your videos - one advise, if something affects you in negative way move away from it, don't look back enjoy life. All the best from UK and we will pop in to your shop in the future. RAD
Again! out of Windsurf i have learned from you, i am also learning how short life is going on, yes from one of the very sympathic and ofcourse the best Windsurfer in the world. i wish you the best!
Well, I'll be honest... that makes me feel better!! I struggle to keep up with the things I do... and you were doing 10x more!! At least now you're only doing 7 x more!! haha... good luck matey!
What a honest video, be yourself, listen to your heart, body and brain Do what you like whatever it is and if you don'tike it anymore, learn why that is, whats the reason, in the end stop that, cause it causes negative energy and thats not what you want. Thnx for sharing, talking about yourself and feelings,that is key in life, not only about the fun stuff, but also the sad things that happens in everybodies life's and make your way to deal with that, you will become a better version of yourself, 100%, talk about it and heal, express your emotions, we all have that, thats not what your learn at school, you have to find it buy by yourself Loved the surf content you made, its not gone, still here on RUclips Good luck on your journey in life on this beautifull blue planet XXX❤ Robert - Alkmaar - The Netherlands🤙
Dude ur a legend, mid way through learning I stated u toob ing, Mei Taki(thanks) u taught me a lot p.s have kids haven't been out for 3 years still watch though
I've loved your videos and found them very helpful. So I'm sad you're going, but good luck and best wishes. Hope you'll come back to us one day! Thank you.
3:22: "the greatest discomford in life is not a cold shower in the morning, doing meetings we dont want to do of forcing us to go to the gym. It's understanding who we are and who we want to become." Great words! ❤️🙏 I',m really sure you have chosen a lot of good descisions in life and this one is one more too!
Perfectionism is a cruel taskmaster. Keep searching for the truth about life and it’ll find you. And thanks for the content on here. I’ve really, jealously, enjoyed it!
You inspire and teach me among many others. That is a valuable contribution to society. Best wishes going forward, onwards towards new disapointments as my dear mother always says
My friend you Can't do everything!! For sure you made the right decision focusing in few things than a lot of things!! I have been there and had the same issues!! Well done for making this wise decision!! These thing you have to go through are very hard but make you grow!!! 👏👏💪💪
Thank you for “making windsurfing great again” in my life. Your videos have inspired me to explore who I am and have helped shape a clear vision for the future. Looking forward to watching your progress on the race course🙌
Honestly I'm very happy for you Nico. I've been watching your videos for a while and you seemed to be more and more exhausted each video Do what's good for you
A new chapter, life goes on, ups and downs. Only one person can drive the way you live, and that's yourself. Enjoy life as much as you can and let others share that as much as you can make that happen, many thanks, till your next adventure.
Good luck Nico! Everything will go great, I am sure about that. Thank you for motivating others having similar struggles and fears to make such decisions.. You are a great person and you will succeed for sure!
It is hard but right decision Nico. Competition is what motivate the most! So many things to do to go on top of the tops! Godspeed man, and windsurf forever!!!!
Congratulations Nico, i have been following you for a very little time and seeing you make these kind of decisions show a great leader foundation for more in life. See you
Greatest cheers Nico!! Hope the wind always blow behind your back. I enjoyed watching your video so much and would like to deliver my sincere gratitude to all your effort given to the windsurfing society.
Hallo Nico, ich hab deine Kommentare immer geliebt, ein neuen Weg ist ok-- brauchen wir alle, you have a lot of options not only in windsurfing-- your strength lies in working with peolpe and motivating them --- good luck --start a family for one -- -is challenging ;)
I was a beginner windsurfer when you started your channel - and I've gotten so much better with your tips! The motivation you created for me was nothing short of phenomenal. I look forward to watching your new content as well as re-watching your original content. You rock Nico! Thank you so much for everything you've done. You've made a difference for me and so many others.
You continue to be a leader and role model by not being scared to make a change when life isn't giving you what you need. I'll look forward to your next work, whatever that is, and keep an eye out for you on the podium. All the best! 💛
I see you'll still keep the content going, right on! Myself and a windsurfer friend watch your stuff, it is -26 here in our part of Canada ,-35 with windchill, windy ,but too cold to even ski, so we appreciate the mental health help.
On days when nothing works and I feel like the worst windsurfer on the planet, I wait a couple of hours and then I watch one of your videos and ka-ting...! my enthusiasm is restored. In life, we must follow our hearts when we can, and will treasure the day if and when your heart ever brings you back to this channel :-)
Thanks for the honesty and talking about the hard tradeoffs and decisions in life! Sometimes less is more and focus can be the key to happiness and progression.
It's time for me to say thank you to you Nico. My 2 boys and I started windsurfing at Cabrillo in LA during the summer of 2020 (during the Covid lock down). Your videos were a big help while I was trying to get the boys to stick with it until they fell in love with windsurfing. It worked. We are all hooked. Thank you for your part in that, for the excellent videos, and for role modelling the importance of taking care of our mental health. We wish you well and look forward to following your adventures in the future.
Thank you for this video Nico. I am an Olympic champion in canoe slalom, but I have been learning windsurfing for about 18months. I watched your videos a lot and I have learned all of my (limited!!!) skills from RUclips. So I am grateful for the time and effort you have put into sharing your knowledge. And I admire the clear way you have communicated your thinking here. It makes sense and I wish you all the best in your next efforts :-)
"Change is a strange thing, it cannot be denied. It can help you find yourself or make you lose your pride." Jerry Santo. I was taught to be at peace with yourself, not to seek judgement from others. So the decisions you make in your life are yours to make; no judgement from here. Thank you for taking us on the journey with you.
In this day and age, where a lot of young people have so many possibilities in theory, it is very difficult to focus. Go, where you want to go, is a very good advice for someone, who has choices. Why do you have choices. Well: Because you got a certain skillset through your genes, you probably had a sheltered upbringing, a good education and some support in developing your ideas in sports and life. Someone like you can get anywhere. And the group of professionals, that now spring up everywhere, who call themself coaches, they live of the money, of those poor chaps, who try to live the same dream, yet have not the skillset you have. Same thing, different circumstances, different outcome. Good luck!
Definitely not the easiest path to follow, respect for following your heart. Still seems pretty challenging - if not impossible- to combine being a professional windsurfer with (co-) running a windsurfcenter, maintaining a highly visible youtube-channels, earning enough money to stay afloat and still have enough time left to relax a bit with friends now and then. But hey, good luck chasing your dream!
Thanks for sharing this Nico. Once again very inspiring. Very much looking forward to seeing you kick ass in the competitions. (maybe putting superglue on the other competitors feet can help a little ;-))
What is windsurfing but pure delight made corporeal by the union of body, environment and technology? Good for you for recognizing that the delight wasn't happening and doing something to bring it back. I wish you every good fortune.
Hello Nico, I've been following you for a few years now and I really enjoy watching all your videos. They motivate me not to lose sight of my passion, windsurfing, despite many limitations, and to pursue what I enjoy and what fulfills me. So I admire your decision. I think you should listen to your heart and your body and not always give in to what makes you the most money. I think it's great that you're remembering to give your content your usual quality here on youtube and I'm looking forward to many new videos.🤙
Thanks Nico for such great content in your videos. You always are very professional and helpful in what you do. Well done for making tough decisions for your own well being.
Great to see you going back to laser focused competition! True inspiration with all the different endeavors you've had, and also the insight to tune back to competition.
Windsurfing is a small community of great people and you are an excellent ambassador Nico! Thanks for so many good moments so far! Best wishes and wind gusts!
Thank you for everything you have done and brought to us and good luck for the next season and in general for everything you are doing Windsurfing forever!🤙
Happy that you could find out what really gets you going still Nico! These are no easy choices, and there definitely will be similar ones in the future. Hope you will keep the same strength you always show and face these head on!
Society is pressing us. We are pressing ourselfs. Then, that feeling of underachieving because of trying to achieve too much... You made a wise decision Nico. Keep on blastin'!
It takes courage to decide like this: to pursue things in life that make you happy instead of going for a financially safer position. And make a contribution to society ! Wise words an decision. Bravo.
Thanks for sharing Nico! I don't think you are quitting, you have just started to care enough about yourself to be you again. It takes a real man to admit he is on over his head and I think you can be proud of yourself doing so! Good luck racing again!!🤙
Thanks a lot for all those contents, I know how much works this means and sometimes it is not rewarding, you must be really proud because very few people can achieve what you have been doing so far so just take the time to think your top priorities, but in my opinion you clearly are gifted for management + transmission to others ! good luck is not how I will end but rather be good to yourself ;-) !
Good man Nico, those who strive to do great things will often become overloaded, and it's hard to see it coming when you are in full gas mode - as a GP I spoke to many very successful people hitting a wall, and the depression is a reaction to your feeling of disappointment at not achieving what you think you can do, even when it is not possible - life is about learning, you will be so much wiser for the pain you have been feeling, and will be stronger in future - it's all part of getting older, and you have shown maturity to recognise that change is the solution - we can't please everyone all of the time!! I know you will be back and have always enjoyed all your videos, especially on the dark Northern winter nights, watching you guys doing daft things on the water is always a great lift - also that SURLA cafe bar in Tarifa is awesome, so thanks for the steer on that!! Good luck for the future, you've been a huge success already by anyone's standards
Love your videos, thank you for your contributions which will remain a gift to many generations to come. Life is short, do what you love, always be kind to yourself and others!
English version below Du Nico, ich schreib das jetzt mal auf deutsch, damit’s herzlicher wird. Ich hab mich Anfang 2022 mit 20 Jahren geburnouted, zeitgleich zu Deinen Videos. Seitdem habe ich den selben Frust, dass ich immer gerne mehr tun würde. Aber der Frust und das zurück stecken sind besser, als die depressiven Phasen von der Überarbeitung, glaub’ mir. Sobald Du bei ersterem angekommen bist, kannst Du immer noch schauen, wie sehr du optimieren kannst. Damit kommst Du dann wieder ein ganzes Stückchen ran. Also lass Dich nicht unterkriegen, war ne schlaue Entscheidung.👍🏼 Nico, i am texting you in german rn for it to be more lovely. I burnout-ed myself in the beginning of ‘22 around the same time as you did. Since then i am feeling the same itch to do more than i can every single day. But that itch will get better, im telling you, every single day. At the same time that feeling is way better than the depressive episodes you feel while being overworked. When you arrived at the first part, you can still optimize for more. With that you can get awfully close to where you are rn in case of woking. Dont let things get on top of you, what you did was a smart decision.👍🏼
It’s time to say ‚Thank you’. I decided to quit my position at Starboard. A little more than two years ago I was offered to lead the way for and manage a brand that is known to lead innovation in my favorite sport in the world, windsurfing. For me it still is crazy to believe that a then 25-year-old, without finished university degree is trusted with with such responsibility.
Perhaps this is part of the innovative approach of Svein Rasmussen, who has believed in my abilities, trusted in my leadership, shared all his knowledge and experience with me, and I have therefore I have seen as one of my mentors over the last two years. Thank you, Svein. Thank you for everyone I had the pleasure to work with over the last two years - it’s definitely been a ride.
A ride that I didn’t expect. It wasn’t in the path I set out for myself as a professional windsurfer, but it was an opportunity I didn’t want to miss and am happy to have taken.
After two years of successfully juggling the management of @starboardwindsurfing, windsurf on a world class level, make the best possible windsurfing content for the biggest windsurfing community on RUclips, becoming a co-owner of @surfcenter_com and joining this incredible team, developing new products for @surlasession, it was time to reset my focus.
It’s been beyond demanding and I felt like it was time for a step up in either of my endeavors.
Going two years back in time, I felt like I had some unfinished business in racing. It’s what I started this journey for and to this day I still can’t stand loosing a race 😄.
So, to end this one on a positive note: I’m happy to be able to reset my focus to competitions while of course bringing the most entertaining and informative content for you guys and girls.
Windsurfing forever. ⚡🤘
Thank you, I got in to windsurfing only 3,5 years ago and it saved my life and marriage ( we are both doing it), I literally changed my life to run around windsurfing, left London for coast, build my own camper/adventure van. During covid it was a bliss to watch your videos - one advise, if something affects you in negative way move away from it, don't look back enjoy life. All the best from UK and we will pop in to your shop in the future. RAD
Please stay
Your videoes are helping me so much.
Very impressive to make this step. All the best!
Again! out of Windsurf i have learned from you, i am also learning how short life is going on, yes from one of the very sympathic and ofcourse the best Windsurfer in the world.
i wish you the best!
Well, I'll be honest... that makes me feel better!! I struggle to keep up with the things I do... and you were doing 10x more!! At least now you're only doing 7 x more!! haha... good luck matey!
Haha! Thanks for the honest comment, Ben. See you soon 🤘
Awesome Nico! Keep up the good work and good luck in the future!
Thanks for sharing Nico! sending love and good energy your way!
What a honest video, be yourself, listen to your heart, body and brain
Do what you like whatever it is and if you don'tike it anymore, learn why that is, whats the reason, in the end stop that, cause it causes negative energy and thats not what you want.
Thnx for sharing, talking about yourself and feelings,that is key in life, not only about the fun stuff, but also the sad things that happens in everybodies life's and make your way to deal with that, you will become a better version of yourself, 100%, talk about it and heal, express your emotions, we all have that, thats not what your learn at school, you have to find it buy by yourself
Loved the surf content you made, its not gone, still here on RUclips
Good luck on your journey in life on this beautifull blue planet XXX❤
Robert - Alkmaar - The Netherlands🤙
Thanks for all you did and all you're going to do 👍💪
If you are happy we are happy Nico! Keep up the good work!🙏
Best of luck!!! Thanks for being so honest, no doubt it will help many people.
Dude ur a legend, mid way through learning I stated u toob ing, Mei Taki(thanks) u taught me a lot p.s have kids haven't been out for 3 years still watch though
good decision Nico you are wise man, thanks a lot for a the inspiring content my friend , I will miss you !
Best wishes. The unknown rewards
I've loved your videos and found them very helpful. So I'm sad you're going, but good luck and best wishes. Hope you'll come back to us one day!
Thank you.
I Never Said im stopping Videos 😄
고생했습니다. 제일 좋아하던 윈드서핑 체널이었는데 아쉽네요. ㅎㅎ
앞으로 다른 활동도 잘 되길 바랍니다.
I was sometimes indeed wondering how is he doing all that! Lisn to your guts :)
3:22: "the greatest discomford in life is not a cold shower in the morning, doing meetings we dont want to do of forcing us to go to the gym. It's understanding who we are and who we want to become."
Great words! ❤️🙏
I',m really sure you have chosen a lot of good descisions in life and this one is one more too!
Perfectionism is a cruel taskmaster. Keep searching for the truth about life and it’ll find you. And thanks for the content on here. I’ve really, jealously, enjoyed it!
Thanks nico for your insparation the last years
Richard
So you are just going to wear one suit now. Good for you and looking forward to more videos. Thanks.
Solid advice. I've enjoyed all your content thus far, and look forward to following along with your future endeavors!
You inspire and teach me among many others. That is a valuable contribution to society. Best wishes going forward, onwards towards new disapointments as my dear mother always says
My friend you Can't do everything!! For sure you made the right decision focusing in few things than a lot of things!! I have been there and had the same issues!! Well done for making this wise decision!! These thing you have to go through are very hard but make you grow!!! 👏👏💪💪
Thank you for “making windsurfing great again” in my life. Your videos have inspired me to explore who I am and have helped shape a clear vision for the future. Looking forward to watching your progress on the race course🙌
Honestly I'm very happy for you Nico. I've been watching your videos for a while and you seemed to be more and more exhausted each video
Do what's good for you
A new chapter, life goes on, ups and downs. Only one person can drive the way you live, and that's yourself. Enjoy life as much as you can and let others share that as much as you can make that happen, many thanks, till your next adventure.
Good luck Nico! Everything will go great, I am sure about that. Thank you for motivating others having similar struggles and fears to make such decisions.. You are a great person and you will succeed for sure!
To listen and follow our "inner voice" is so important, good luck - looking forward to the journey🙂
Thank you so very much, Nico! Good luck with your future endeavours.
Bravo!!
Takes a grown person, to know when to step down and walk away.
Good for you kid
Just, good luck man and have more time for windsurfing :)
I really hope for you that you made the right decisions. Heads up and keep the wind in your sails!
😢. Happy to se you on yt❤
Not in doing what you like, but liking what you do is the secret to happiness. Wishing you luck in whatever endeavours and challenges you face.
Sad to hear that you quit starboard but i wish all the good luck to you on your next adventure with the next brand.
Good winds Nico! I'm impressed and a bit silent by your personal insights. It takes quite some courage! 🤙 hang loose!
Good for you. Pursuing what really matters to you is what will leave you later with no regrets! Wise decision!
It is hard but right decision Nico. Competition is what motivate the most! So many things to do to go on top of the tops! Godspeed man, and windsurf forever!!!!
Your content, inspiration and attitude is the best. You have given so much to windsurfing- respect.
Nico - keep inspiring the wonderful world of windsurfing! Good luck in your new beginnings and see you again soon in new formats! 😎
Wish you all the best in your new projects!
I trod a different path but similar choices. I support you 100%. live life to the fullest for yourself and not for anyone else. :)
Nico, you have done an amazing job with everything! I'm so thankful to know you and for all of your videos and contributions to the sport. Thank you!
Congratulations Nico, i have been following you for a very little time and seeing you make these kind of decisions show a great leader foundation for more in life. See you
My First thought was, that you would stop making Videos. Because they are great!
Greatest cheers Nico!! Hope the wind always blow behind your back. I enjoyed watching your video so much and would like to deliver my sincere gratitude to all your effort given to the windsurfing society.
It‘s good to get some feeling of control back in life. Same as in windsurfing. Good luck for the projects to come Nico.
All life decissions will make sense looking backwards. Enjoy the ride. Keep challenging yourself.
We are all eagerly awaiting your emergence at the head of the slalom fleet in PWA Nico!!
Good decision, take good care of yourself!
Entschuldigung, aber wer sind Sie?
@@Nico_GER7 naaaa hör mal!
@@MarioKuempel Danke mein Freund 🙂
Nico, you are the best windsurf content creator! Stay strong. ;) Cheers from Brazil!
Hallo Nico, ich hab deine Kommentare immer geliebt, ein neuen Weg ist ok-- brauchen wir alle, you have a lot of options not only in windsurfing-- your strength lies in working with peolpe and motivating them --- good luck --start a family for one -- -is challenging ;)
The Best of luck @Nico all the Success
Enjoy the RIDE & keep it ON 🤙🤙🤙
I wish you luck with everything going forward! Enjoying the little things in life is one of the most important things to do.
Nico, you are very special person. An inspiration to many of us.
I wish you all the best Nico ! Thanks 🤙🤙
I was a beginner windsurfer when you started your channel - and I've gotten so much better with your tips! The motivation you created for me was nothing short of phenomenal. I look forward to watching your new content as well as re-watching your original content. You rock Nico! Thank you so much for everything you've done. You've made a difference for me and so many others.
Thats a big step.. at the end of the day you gota do what you like the most, and what you think is the Best for you! Keep going!!!
You continue to be a leader and role model by not being scared to make a change when life isn't giving you what you need. I'll look forward to your next work, whatever that is, and keep an eye out for you on the podium. All the best! 💛
Thanks for all you've done so far and good luck for all what's coming! Keep inspiring people! 🙂
I see you'll still keep the content going, right on! Myself and a windsurfer friend watch your stuff, it is -26 here in our part of Canada ,-35 with windchill, windy ,but too cold to even ski, so we appreciate the mental health help.
On days when nothing works and I feel like the worst windsurfer on the planet, I wait a couple of hours and then I watch one of your videos and ka-ting...! my enthusiasm is restored. In life, we must follow our hearts when we can, and will treasure the day if and when your heart ever brings you back to this channel :-)
Hallo Nico und Team,
vielen Dank für die tollen Berichte aus der Welt des Windsurfens und alles Gute für die Zukunft
Thanks for the honesty and talking about the hard tradeoffs and decisions in life! Sometimes less is more and focus can be the key to happiness and progression.
Respect Nico 👊🏼, good to start adventures as you did past years, AND be true to what motivates you the most.
Good luck for the future Nico
It's time for me to say thank you to you Nico. My 2 boys and I started windsurfing at Cabrillo in LA during the summer of 2020 (during the Covid lock down). Your videos were a big help while I was trying to get the boys to stick with it until they fell in love with windsurfing. It worked. We are all hooked. Thank you for your part in that, for the excellent videos, and for role modelling the importance of taking care of our mental health. We wish you well and look forward to following your adventures in the future.
Thank you for this video Nico. I am an Olympic champion in canoe slalom, but I have been learning windsurfing for about 18months. I watched your videos a lot and I have learned all of my (limited!!!) skills from RUclips. So I am grateful for the time and effort you have put into sharing your knowledge. And I admire the clear way you have communicated your thinking here. It makes sense and I wish you all the best in your next efforts :-)
no ways thats a shame, but still follow your dreams
"Change is a strange thing, it cannot be denied. It can help you find yourself or make you lose your pride." Jerry Santo. I was taught to be at peace with yourself, not to seek judgement from others. So the decisions you make in your life are yours to make; no judgement from here. Thank you for taking us on the journey with you.
Hi Skip, good to see you here! Wise words 😊
In this day and age, where a lot of young people have so many possibilities in theory, it is very difficult to focus. Go, where you want to go, is a very good advice for someone, who has choices. Why do you have choices. Well: Because you got a certain skillset through your genes, you probably had a sheltered upbringing, a good education and some support in developing your ideas in sports and life. Someone like you can get anywhere. And the group of professionals, that now spring up everywhere, who call themself coaches, they live of the money, of those poor chaps, who try to live the same dream, yet have not the skillset you have. Same thing, different circumstances, different outcome.
Good luck!
We love you dude❤ hope to see u somewhere! 😢
Definitely not the easiest path to follow, respect for following your heart. Still seems pretty challenging - if not impossible- to combine being a professional windsurfer with (co-) running a windsurfcenter, maintaining a highly visible youtube-channels, earning enough money to stay afloat and still have enough time left to relax a bit with friends now and then. But hey, good luck chasing your dream!
Thanks for sharing this Nico. Once again very inspiring. Very much looking forward to seeing you kick ass in the competitions. (maybe putting superglue on the other competitors feet can help a little ;-))
I thought you were gonna quit windsurfing for a second-
I hope your decision makes you happy and also have a greater performance in racing.
What is windsurfing but pure delight made corporeal by the union of body, environment and technology? Good for you for recognizing that the delight wasn't happening and doing something to bring it back. I wish you every good fortune.
Thanks for the last two years, very enjoyable.
just want to say thank you Nico for all the contents created and i absolutely love them. All the best ahead :)
Hello Nico, I've been following you for a few years now and I really enjoy watching all your videos. They motivate me not to lose sight of my passion, windsurfing, despite many limitations, and to pursue what I enjoy and what fulfills me. So I admire your decision. I think you should listen to your heart and your body and not always give in to what makes you the most money. I think it's great that you're remembering to give your content your usual quality here on youtube and I'm looking forward to many new videos.🤙
Wish you the best for the upcoming season : good results, but more importantly, great sessions and great time on the water!! You're a legend!!
Thanks Nico for such great content in your videos. You always are very professional and helpful in what you do. Well done for making tough decisions for your own well being.
Congratulations. And goodluck on competing!
Great to see you going back to laser focused competition! True inspiration with all the different endeavors you've had, and also the insight to tune back to competition.
Windsurfing is a small community of great people and you are an excellent ambassador Nico! Thanks for so many good moments so far! Best wishes and wind gusts!
Thank you for everything you have done and brought to us and good luck for the next season and in general for everything you are doing
Windsurfing forever!🤙
Thanks for sharing your experience Nico. I wish you succes and happiness in life! Wir sehen uns auf das Wasser einen Tag
Happy that you could find out what really gets you going still Nico! These are no easy choices, and there definitely will be similar ones in the future. Hope you will keep the same strength you always show and face these head on!
Have a nice time! See ya🤙🏽
Sounds like you made the right decision!! Wish you only the best!
Society is pressing us. We are pressing ourselfs. Then, that feeling of underachieving because of trying to achieve too much... You made a wise decision Nico. Keep on blastin'!
Love your honesty Nico.
You do amazing things.
It takes courage to decide like this: to pursue things in life that make you happy instead of going for a financially safer position. And make a contribution to society ! Wise words an decision. Bravo.
I'm so sorry to hear that
Stay Strong
Thanks for sharing Nico! I don't think you are quitting, you have just started to care enough about yourself to be you again. It takes a real man to admit he is on over his head and I think you can be proud of yourself doing so! Good luck racing again!!🤙
Thank you for your videos, they’ve been a great source of learning and inspiration. Best of luck in your next projects!
Thanks a lot for all those contents, I know how much works this means and sometimes it is not rewarding, you must be really proud because very few people can achieve what you have been doing so far so just take the time to think your top priorities, but in my opinion you clearly are gifted for management + transmission to others ! good luck is not how I will end but rather be good to yourself ;-) !
Gracias Nico. Good luck and go ahead.
Good man Nico, those who strive to do great things will often become overloaded, and it's hard to see it coming when you are in full gas mode - as a GP I spoke to many very successful people hitting a wall, and the depression is a reaction to your feeling of disappointment at not achieving what you think you can do, even when it is not possible - life is about learning, you will be so much wiser for the pain you have been feeling, and will be stronger in future - it's all part of getting older, and you have shown maturity to recognise that change is the solution - we can't please everyone all of the time!!
I know you will be back and have always enjoyed all your videos, especially on the dark Northern winter nights, watching you guys doing daft things on the water is always a great lift - also that SURLA cafe bar in Tarifa is awesome, so thanks for the steer on that!!
Good luck for the future, you've been a huge success already by anyone's standards
Nico, you've got to do what makes you happy, stretch yourself too much and you achieve nothing, good luck keep up great video's,
Love your videos, thank you for your contributions which will remain a gift to many generations to come. Life is short, do what you love, always be kind to yourself and others!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and feelings. Your sincerity is rare and touching. All the best to your plans!
English version below
Du Nico, ich schreib das jetzt mal auf deutsch, damit’s herzlicher wird. Ich hab mich Anfang 2022 mit 20 Jahren geburnouted, zeitgleich zu Deinen Videos. Seitdem habe ich den selben Frust, dass ich immer gerne mehr tun würde. Aber der Frust und das zurück stecken sind besser, als die depressiven Phasen von der Überarbeitung, glaub’ mir. Sobald Du bei ersterem angekommen bist, kannst Du immer noch schauen, wie sehr du optimieren kannst. Damit kommst Du dann wieder ein ganzes Stückchen ran. Also lass Dich nicht unterkriegen, war ne schlaue Entscheidung.👍🏼
Nico, i am texting you in german rn for it to be more lovely. I burnout-ed myself in the beginning of ‘22 around the same time as you did. Since then i am feeling the same itch to do more than i can every single day. But that itch will get better, im telling you, every single day. At the same time that feeling is way better than the depressive episodes you feel while being overworked. When you arrived at the first part, you can still optimize for more. With that you can get awfully close to where you are rn in case of woking. Dont let things get on top of you, what you did was a smart decision.👍🏼
Danke fürs Teilen deiner Story!!