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About Marie-Christine Amyot

Surfing brings the best out of me. Mama Ocean is my gym, my life coach and my psychologist. I believe that being open-minded, caring for others, seeking challenges and never taking things too seriously is the key to a happy life! - CoFounder of the Salty Souls

5 Reasons Why You Should Go on an All Girls Surf and Yoga Trip in Ecuador

How did we all caught this “being busy” syndrome? When did it become normal to always be in a rush? How can we possibly spend our whole lives planning the future without never really being in the present? Our body and mind need a break [...]

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My Journey with Anxiety and Depression in Pregnancy

My Journey with Anxiety and Depression in Pregnancy   Before entering my 30’s, I thought I had it all figured out.   The word spirituality resonated with me as some kind of rainbow powder thrown at unicorns… Something very mystical that had nothing to do [...]

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Surf Competitions: How do they Actually Freaking Work?

Everyone can agree that everything related to surf is pretty cool. So are surf competitions. They're fun to watch, they connect us to our surfing inspirations and it's pretty nice to see people killing it at what they do best. But if you're new to [...]

By |April 10th, 2019|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Surf Competitions: How do they Actually Freaking Work?

Why so many women don’t paddle to the peak (Feminine Surf Psychology)

When surfing, we all go through a whole range of emotions, thoughts and worries. Although you might feel like you are the only one struggling with some internal battles, we assure you - we’re all in the same boat. The pro’s might make it look [...]

By |April 5th, 2019|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Why so many women don’t paddle to the peak (Feminine Surf Psychology)

Seasonal depression: 10 things to do to boost your energy and mood!

It’s starting to get grey outside AND it’s cold as fuck. You wake up- it’s dark, you come back from work- it’s already dark. Let’s be honest, beginning of winter is definitely NOT the time of the year where we have the most energy. Don’t [...]

By |January 10th, 2019|Categories: Life hacks|Comments Off on Seasonal depression: 10 things to do to boost your energy and mood!

Why Travel Makes You a Better Person

Traveling has never been this accessible. More and more, we are using school exchanges, working visas or just backpacking around as a common rite of passage. We all want to see the world, to live the dream, to pursue our passion and hopefully make money while [...]

By |October 11th, 2018|Categories: Adventure|Comments Off on Why Travel Makes You a Better Person

Marie-Christine Amyot: “Make Your Own Reality”

We say things happen for a reason. Usually when someone is having a hard time in their life. My life is falling apart and you’re telling me “Everything happens for a reason”?! F*ck you… Seriously! Because, do you know what? Some things happen for absolutely [...]

By |September 19th, 2018|Categories: Adventure|Comments Off on Marie-Christine Amyot: “Make Your Own Reality”

Surf Terms Glossary 101 – The top words you need to know

Being introduced to the surfing world also comes with a whole new dialect. You’ll find yourself in conversations where you’ll think “what da fack are they talking about ?! What does 'swell' even mean?" Yep. The Saltyz got your back! Here are the top surf [...]

By |August 21st, 2018|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Surf Terms Glossary 101 – The top words you need to know

My introduction to the world of training (a tale from someone who hates working out)

I’ve never been a fan of working out. Just hearing the word “cardio” makes me want to throw up. Oh, and I hate gyms. Throughout my life I kind of tried to train here and there, just because I was told that exercising was good. [...]

By |August 16th, 2018|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on My introduction to the world of training (a tale from someone who hates working out)

Best Surf Spots (Beginner+Intermediate): Las Flores, El Salvador

What's the Surf Spot Series ? It's the Salty Team's favorite surf spots ;) When it comes to surfing, it’s never easy to pick the right spot, especially as beginners. There are so many and they all work better at different time of the year, [...]

By |July 10th, 2018|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Best Surf Spots (Beginner+Intermediate): Las Flores, El Salvador

Best Surf Spots (Beginner+Intermediate): Balangan, Bali, Indonesia

What's the Surf Spot Series ? It's the Salty Team's favorite surf spots ;) When it comes to surfing, it’s never easy to pick the right spot, especially as beginners. There are so many and they all work better at different time of the year, [...]

By |May 6th, 2018|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Best Surf Spots (Beginner+Intermediate): Balangan, Bali, Indonesia

Best Surf Spots (Beginner+Intermediate): Montañita, Ecuador

 What's the Surf Spot Series ? It's the favorite surf spots of the Salty Team ;) When it comes to surfing, it’s never easy to pick the right spot, especially as beginners. There are so many and they all work better at different time of [...]

By |April 17th, 2018|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Best Surf Spots (Beginner+Intermediate): Montañita, Ecuador

For a Brighter Future: Surf Competition for Kids of Montañita, Ecuador

I grew up in a first-world country in a family that was financially, in a word, fine. We weren't the richest, but we never starved, and I always had access to as much water as I wanted. It is insane to me now how much [...]

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Why I Surf…

I surf because I need a constant adrenaline rush, otherwise I get bored. I surf because I love hearing my heart beat after a nice long wave. I surf because when I face my fears, I make myself proud. I surf to feel free. I surf [...]

By |May 3rd, 2017|Categories: Surf|Comments Off on Why I Surf…