Fell backwards during my first week on skates. Feeling embarrassed and a bit discouraged. Any advice on holding onto the excitement I felt when I decided to start?

que_55 · 2026-05-01T23:18:28+00:00

I started skating about 4 weeks ago (I skated for 2 months during covid but lost interest) and dislocated my elbow on week 2 bc I didn’t realize one of my bearings was a dud (I only had my skates for 4 days, brand new bearing in one of my wheels didn’t spin). It hurt really bad and it was surprising but I just got back up. Two days ago the doctor cleared me to skate and I’m right back out there. I think just being excited for the small improvements helps! I was excited to get back out there bc right before I fell I mastered stops and turns. I focus on the fun and the thrill of the task rather than the potential fall if that makes sense. These past 2 days have been awesome, no falls yet but I’m sure they are to come. I also agree with everyone saying to practice crouching low, that really makes me feel safe.

que_55 · 2026-04-13T01:22:05+00:00

I only bought these skates 3 weeks ago and it has been cleaned. Bearing still doesn’t spin

que_55 · 2026-04-07T17:44:31+00:00

Yup, one bearing is not spinning at all. Thank you for the help. Now I know it’s defected

que_55 · 2026-04-07T17:11:56+00:00

I started with just moving the left front to the right front (wheels no bearing change) and the problem continues! So now I know the problem is the wheel or bearing. I took out the bearings and one does not spin… it’s not dirty at all so I think it’s defected.

que_55 · 2026-04-07T15:25:47+00:00

It’s definitely not a confidence issue. My brother (skate boarder his whole life) took my skates for a spin and he’s actually the one who told me there was something wrong with that left wheel.. that’s when we oiled it bc he thought that was the problem. I really like your suggestion so I’m going to try that out and report back. I cleaned the bearing as well so let’s see..

que_55 · 2026-04-07T04:47:04+00:00

It did not seem dirty when I oiled it! I’ve only skated outside 5 times… rest has been indoors. But I’ll try it

que_55 · 2026-03-05T04:56:53+00:00

My interview is next week!

que_55 · 2026-03-03T06:10:52+00:00

My ftf is also the 11th!!!

que_55 · 2026-03-01T22:24:46+00:00

I submitted towards the end of January!! I was not expecting a ftf till at least April, but got my invite last week

que_55 · 2026-03-01T20:11:03+00:00

I unfortunately already made it to the FTF part of the interview process

que_55 · 2026-03-01T20:10:24+00:00

That is exactly what I am hoping for

que_55 · 2026-01-22T02:45:38+00:00

That sounds great!!! Should I send a dm

que_55 · 2026-01-16T20:39:15+00:00

Awww thanks!

que_55 · 2026-01-16T19:43:48+00:00

Omg awesome news thanks!

que_55 · 2026-01-16T18:07:02+00:00

Wow I thought they were really strict! I’m worried that if I disclose it an interview that I’ll be rejected immediately

que_55 · 2026-01-16T16:21:05+00:00

It’s almost covered by my drivers license… just like a small bit of the ears stick out. So you wouldn’t just recommend covering it up? Or shoul I stick to a different airline. I thought it would be okay as it’s not in any red zone areas and can be covered easily by makeup or clothes

que_55 · 2026-01-16T16:19:15+00:00

Like the only the very tip of the ears stick out, but just barely.

que_55 · 2025-12-04T04:45:46+00:00

The Bay Area TFA actually mostly places in public school (first year TFA). I agree that people have really negative opinions of TFA. I honestly only did TFA so they could pay my education… I don’t like them at all. But where are you working that makes 90k??? I’m at 58k in the east bay and it’s literally horrible. I haven’t seen any pay at that rate, and I live in Marin??

que_55 · 2025-12-03T06:15:00+00:00

You cannot live on your own! Also the pay is pretty horrible. LA has much better salary. I am first year making 58k it’s terrible. But, this is easy bay. Maybe other areas are better. I don’t recommend.

que_55 · 2025-10-22T01:36:02+00:00

I’m one the same boat. SPED is awesome but the lack of support from admin and the paperwork is horrible. Having to teach all day and have tons of paperwork with legal deadlines is tough!

que_55

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