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"I hate complainers, man. Stop complaining. You’ve got a choice. Put your balls on the table and change stuff. You've got the ability to make change, just get on with it." Photo by @harroart

Before Constructing His Surf-Party Empire, Tai Buddha Was Too Broke To Rent A Motorbike

Tales from rock bottom, memories of Mikala Jones, and philosophies on success from an exceptionally barreled expat.

Words by Holden Trnka
Reading Time: 11 minutes

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