Comments on: On Confidence

By: Eli

Eli — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 20:02:39 +0000

Glad you guys got something out of my ramblings. Thanks for your additional thoughts.

By: Amy

Amy — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 03:55:05 +0000

I’m one who needs the support of others especially when trying a new endeavor -more than anything else really. Our ‘little’ climbing community has been just that for me- supportive. In and outside of climbing we encourage each other constantly. I think we’re all really blessed to be surrounded by people who are positive, light-hearted, and show such caring for one another. What a beautiful thing.
Thanks for posting this, E. And thanks to you all for being such amazing friends.

By: Ron

Ron — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 17:15:21 +0000

This article has been very timely for me as I just recently led my first mixed route (had never placed gear before). I was super sketched and unsure of myself. It was only a 5.8 I think, but it was a bit run out for my taste and it was a slab, so those all-too-familiar slab feet that just feel on the edge the whole time. My belayer spoke up and voiced his confidence in my ability, and that reminded me that I too knew I could climb the route with no problem. It really helped to have my belayer “there with me”.

By: E.F.R.

E.F.R. — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 04:40:13 +0000

Thanks for the post, Eli. The only real confidence I’ve gained through climbing first came from those who believed in me. The rest, well, it comes from just showing up every day believing that the best way to thank people for their faith in me is to keep trying. It’s pretty much how everything works for me, actually. I’m a better writer and a better person just because good people gave kind words when they didn’t have to – and I get all weepy just thinking about that. I hope you paint, Eli. Amy’s right. You can paint anything.