I do not
have such a vast experience in alpine skiing. Not compared to people like my
dear colleague Alexandru Barbu. I would say he is skiing non-stop since 1997
till 2016. Those are 19 years (at least, it could be longer, he is not
answering the phone) of experience in alpine skiing. Let’s compare. I started
2003, did it till 2010, went to University 3 years, started again 2013. We can
say that’s 10 years. I consider every year to be crucial.
Why did I tell you all this? Because even
with my lack of experience I knew it in my bones it was time for a change. For
a shock. Motivation was going down. Sport is based a lot on instinct. I am
following at the moment without hesitation and I believe in my heart and soul I
am doing the right thing. They usually never betray me J.
Of course alongside instinct there had to be
a series of factors to influence my decision. What exactly did I change?
First is the place where I live a big part
of my year. Does the words change of scenery mean anything to you people? I
have to admit…it was not a happy moment the moment by any stretch of the
imagination the moment I actually did move out. That house was one of the main
factors when I decided to start skiing again. I am 100 percent sure that if
that house was not there you would not be reading my ski blog. It was really
hard to let go…but like with a girlfriend…at some point you know it is over and
you have to do the harsh thing. Personally I hate doing that. Sometimes I wish
they would leave me, but sadly they never do. Oh well J.
The second change that I felt I had to make
was the team. I was not happy with the setup I had anymore. I was not happy
with some aspects of what was happening around me. I always thought it was my
problem and I had to change. I tried to do so for more than a year and a half.
Did not work. Out of respect for the people involved I will not say more. For
the moment anyway…when my book comes out you will have all the dirtJ. I also take this time to thank my
former team mates and coach for all the good times we have and for everything I
have learned in this time. I grew up a lot in this 3 years and it will be an
important factor of any future success I have.
There you have it. I hope this article
clears out the air for the moment and please feel free to interact and ask
anything.
All the best,
AIV.
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