EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 20 MIN
PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS: Skydiving through Fear, Freedom & Adrenaline
from the ACT OUT podcast · host Adam Tomlin
In this episode of the ACT OUT Podcast, Adam heads to Skydive Suffolk to jump out of a plane with tandem instructor David Rosas—and what starts as a high-adrenaline adventure quickly turns into a deeper conversation about fear, freedom, community, and what it really means to pursue happiness. David shares how his own first jump didn’t immediately hook him, but how skydiving slowly opened up into something bigger: a career, a calling, and a way of life.David talks about how he went from a nervous first-time jumper to nearly 9,000 jumps, traveling to different drop zones, packing parachutes, and eventually becoming a tandem instructor. Adam and David also dig into the surprising culture of skydiving—how people from completely different backgrounds find connection in the sport, and why the trust, repetition, and shared experience create such a strong sense of community.🪂 Want to see Adam jump out of the plane? Check out the full episode video on YouTube and Spotify.The conversation also dives into THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS—why some people find it by pushing themselves beyond fear, why freedom feels different when you’re 13,500 feet in the air, and how skydiving has a way of pulling people fully into the present moment. David reflects on why nobody ever really “arrives” at happiness, why the pursuit matters more than the finish line, and how doing something bold can completely shift the way you see your life.If you’ve ever wondered what skydiving actually feels like, why people keep going back, or what happens when you finally do the thing that scares the hell out of you, this episode will leave you inspired—and maybe a little tempted to book a jump of your own.Learn more about Skydive Suffolk: Skydiving & Tandem Jump in Virginia | Skydive SuffolkTune in every Thursday for episodes that inspire, challenge, and entertain. Whether you’re here for laughs, lived wisdom, or action steps, the ACT OUT podcast is your space to rethink growth, embrace self-awareness, and act out your passions.Want to be a guest on the ACT OUT podcast? Send Adam Tomlin a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17697025629686282ce7409dcOther ways to follow and connect with the ACT OUT podcast:Learn more at:https://www.theactoutpodcast.com/Subscribe to the show on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@theACTOUTpodcastFollow the show on Instagram: @actoutpodcast & TikTok: @actoutpodcastCredits:Mural: Tara E. @taradiiiise and @tarayakisauce
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In this episode of the ACT OUT Podcast, Adam heads to Skydive Suffolk to jump out of a plane with tandem instructor David Rosas—and what starts as a high-adrenaline adventure quickly turns into a deeper conversation about fear, freedom, community, and what it really means to pursue happiness. David shares how his own first jump didn’t immediately hook him, but how skydiving slowly opened up into something bigger: a career, a calling, and a way of life. David talks about how he went from a ner...
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