Surf instead of Church

 

    Living the life of a surfer in

Southern California

is a complete dream of its own, while simultaneously sharing the dream of self-realization.  Awesome waves mixed together with warm weather gives So Cal ideal surf conditions.  Many surfers who live here realize the beaches are exceptional and take full advantage of the epic conditions, surfing whenever they possibly can.  It is this addiction and passion which is shared among surfers that brings about a surf culture for

Southern California

unlike anywhere else.  As a result of this beach culture, many surfers lead a flexible, laid back lifestyle.  This lifestyle can be defined as the “expression of the inner self, as distinguished from the representation of the outer world” (Susan Fort 32).  For surfers, the beach is an escape from the real world, where all stress and worries can be left behind on the sand.  Only the waves and the ocean exist, nothing else distracts the surfer, leaving him to ponder his own existence and spirituality.  As noted by Taylor Gordon, “Encinitas swells with spirituality, and a peaceful aura resounds from its relaxed beach culture.” In short, the surf culture in

California

is incomparable to any other dream, yet satisfies the dream of self-realization at the same time.