SHOWER THOUGHTS

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Interviewee: Ruthie Friedlander

SHOWER THOUGHTS

WITH Andrew King
Andrew Alexander King is an explorer, alpinist, big wave surfer, free diver, and the founder of The Between Worlds Project, a nonprofit aimed towards providing aid and exposure to individuals, non-profits, and communities battling sexism, racism, climate change, and other economic barriers along his nature expeditions.


Andrew was born in Detroit, Michigan and was voted one of the top 20 most influential people in the outdoor industry by Outside Magazine. He is currently training towards being the first African American to climb the highest mountain and volcano on each continent.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU FELT INSPIRED?

The last time I was inspired was watching local surfers from diverse backgrounds surfing and having fun together while at home in L.A. And when I watch the new generation of climbers climb for heart and openness at my local training gym.

WHAT DO YOU VALUE THE MOST ABOUT YOURSELF AND WHY?

My values and vulnerability, while having patience for myself and others along the journey of growth through this thing we call life.

WHAT'S ONE THING YOU THINK OTHER PEOPLE OVERVALUE?

Social media numbers!


I hope people understand that they are truly unique at the core. There has never been anyone like them, and to be here, now, living took a combination of so much work and beautiful possibilities. So I hope people know it's not about the number of people that follow you or like your posts, but about the life you follow with your heart and deep passion and if you truly like to walk forward each day into that life.

WHAT DOES THE WORD 'WELLBEING' MEAN TO YOU?

Being in touch with yourself and what makes you feel alive.

WHAT IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH WATER?

Water and I have a deep relationship. It's the element of life that allows me to draw inspiration to write poetry, surf, be vulnerable, meet others in the world, and grow.


I don't know who I would be without the ocean, but it has taught me more lessons in life than grad school or any business meetings.

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING ABOUT YOUR DAILY ROUTINE, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?

Increase daily meditation from 30 minutes to an hour daily.

WHAT WOULD YOUR STARTER PACK INCLUDE?

An apple, blueberries, B12 vitamins, running shoes, climbing shoes, surfboard, skis, chalk bag, journal, phone calls from or to family or friends, a good morning hug.

HAVE YOU HAD ANY INTERESTING SHOWER THOUGHTS LATELY?

Yup, but you will have to stay tuned along to the journey to see it come to fruition hahaha