Disassociation

Disassociation is something that reoccurs in my life. It’s hard to see when it’s happening, and there’s so many reasons why it happens. Some of my favorite reasons: I am overwhelmed with tasks during school so I let go of my friends, I am not happy so I leave my friends and colleagues on read, I know I can leave so I do. That last one is something that seems to happen a lot, I was talking to a former relationship, and she said if I was sad, she wouldn’t expect me to talk to my friends for a day or two, and she could find me in the climbing gym focusing on some route that would be gone within a month.

Mayo Clinic says “Disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.”, I think this is an accurate representation of what happens but it overcomplicates the meaning in my opinion. I believe a better way to describe it is a lack of connections between me and others for a certain period of time, of course that might just be me.

I think climbing and overall outdoors activities are a great way to disassociate, generally when you can focus on just one thing it makes it easier. I also believe that freesoloing is one of the best ways of disassociation because you’re only thinking of the climbing itself, as a means of life and death. While that may be a whole other topic it stays relevant because having to focus on life and death instead of other matters lets you leave your thoughts behind for a time, I partially believe this is why we as climbers do what we do, to get away.

This is all to say disassociation at least in the short term is not a bad thing, I mean depending on the time it may ruin some relationships, but if talking was the only thing holding it together- it was a pretty shallow relationship in my opinion.

Anyways with love, see you in the next one,

Vaughn Cable

Why did I create this

While sitting here on a seemingly ordinary Thursday evening, I found myself pondering a profound realization that has shed light on the purpose of my creative endeavors. It is not driven by feelings of sadness, loneliness, or the need for social validation. Rather, I believe there lies a deeper, more intrinsic motivation. Whether this is a fundamental need or an expressed desire, I am determined to figure its essence over the next year or two. Ultimately, my goal is to share my passion for climbing and travel with the world, and I am eager to share my experiences to a broader audience. Any how I would love to share this with you, as we do have some big trips coming soon, which will be shared soon enough.

With love,

Vaughn Cable.

About The Author - Vaughn Cable.

Post Climb View.

I am a dedicated climber and enthusiastic skier hailing from the Washington State. Recently, I made the transition to Orange County, California, where I am currently pursuing a Diploma with a emphasis on photography and international relations. Among my diverse skill set, I excel in Class 4 terrain scrambling and can tackle climbing routes ranging from Class 5 up to 5.11a. Additionally for more academic, photography, videography, and writing. I have the dream of conquering every peak above 6000 meters worldwide, a journey that has just recently begun with zero summits achieved so far. You can often find me writing pieces for Cima Vagabonde Journal or at my local climbing gym. Fun fact I speak 3 languages, Italian, French, English, and I am in the process of learning Mandarin and Japanese.

My goal for the Journal: To share my experiences, and help others prepare for a new world of climbing. Cima Vagabonde Journal, our journal serves as a canvas for your thoughts, inspirations, and experiences, offering a blend of guided prompts and open space for free expression. Each page hopes to encourage you to delve into your imagination, reflect on your surroundings, and capture life's moments. As you engage with our community, you'll discover unique collections and insights into our creative process. Join us as we celebrate the art of journaling and share the beauty of discovery.

With love, see you on the next page,
Vaughn Cable.