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Havachatwithhexy... 23-Mar-2005 At 8:34:55 AM laklusta

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Dear Hex,
I need your help! Please, I know you hack on people a lot but this is serious. I have been climbing for over a decade and for much of that time I have been the motivator, and even the mentor (as I picked up the skills quite quickly). But it seems "I've lost the edge (Mav)", I no longer have the ability to quiet my mind or pull the hard moves. Yes, I am climbing less due to other commitments, but I still get out weekly. My motivation to get out and climb is still there, but as soon as I hit the rock I get a knot in my stomach and want to be somewhere else. This feeling of dread leaves me as soon as I am back in the car and I also regain my enthusiasm to climb.
What is this thing called climbing, why is it being such a fickle mistress? What can I do Hex? I know that I can't turn to Bourge or Simey as I have read their columns and they would do nothing but laugh and make fun of my predicament. You, Hex, on the other hand are wise and I reckon you can tell when help is truly needed. Please Hex, what should I do? I really love climbing but I just can't....

Gratefully Yours
Lak