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Almost every time before I go into a exploration, I get nervous, real nervous. Not enough to not go in, but enough to just shake me up a bit. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy, LOVE exploring. But I've always just had bad gut feelings. And every time it's been okay. Especially tonight for a place bigger than I have ever went to before, and more secure, and further out than we generally explore. I think it's the fact that I'm scared of getting a juvenile record for trespassing, or worse, my parents finding out. I kinda have a counterpart that I explore with. I prefer daytime, taking pictures, the beauty, and being cautious. He enjoys the night, he's in it more for of the thrill, creepy factor, the challenge of getting in, and not getting caught. But still, I feel like I need some tips for loosening up a bit.
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I usually just drink a beer before doing my craziest stuff. If that doesn't work, I have another.
Wait, juvenile? Are you under 18?
Isn't it better to be caught for a crime such as trespassing before you turn 18?
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Time did it for me.
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If you don't ever get even a tiny nervous before at least some of your explores you're probably not pushing yourself far enough.
I do get nervous sometimes but it's a feeling of nervous anticipation and it's only natural when you're off to do something big/risky/both.
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Posted by Steed
I usually just drink a beer before doing my craziest stuff. If that doesn't work, I have another.
Wait, juvenile? Are you under 18?
Isn't it better to be caught for a crime such as trespassing before you turn 18?
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Yeah, Juvinile. Ill be eighteen in April though.
But yeah, thanks! I generally get nervous about most the stuff I do, exempt that one meat packing factory, but yeah
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Personally, for me, the nerves are part of the experience. No one wants to be confronted by angry homeless, police, or worse. But that adds to the adrenaline. That feeling when you're back in the car, camera full of epic decay, makes it worth it. There is risk involved, of course. But there is risk just getting out of bed, driving a car, getting on a plane, even going to the movies. Is there not? Fear and nerves are good. They keep you alert. When you get comfortable, you are complacent, and only then are you a risk to yourself. Explore. Enjoy. Live. Stay safe. And have fun!
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Give abandonment a reason for its sacrificial reclamation to nature. Love it. Remember it. Take a picture. Share it. Leave the decay to nature.
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I fully agree with Mr. Bitey...I am by no means a 'pro' at urban exploring (maybe a gifted amateur at best), but of the explorations I've done, I always get those jitters. It goes with the territory, but it's not something to be taken as a reason to bail. Sure, you always want to trust your gut once you're on site...identify and assess the obvious risks, be situationally aware of the possible risks, but be confident, and do what you're there to do. When/if you get to that 'get the f**k out' moment you'll likely know it for what it is, rather than being just nervousness.
It all adds to the fun and the joy that comes with abandoned places, along with pushing it as far as you can before you know (or someone tells you) it's time to go, and by being properly outfitted, having done the research and recon, and by trusting your judgment (and knowing your limits), you'll likely be okay. Nothing is guaranteed, and sometimes that worst case scenario plays out, but more often than not that 'nope' moment leaves little clues before it all goes to hell. Good luck to you, hope all goes well! We look forward to pics from your successful explores!
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Yeah, you guys are right, thank you all for the advice!
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Mine went away with time.
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Post by mortifer
Mine went away with time. |
This. Experience makes it go away. Then you go to a more challenging/risky place and it returns. Then you get used to that. Repeat.
EDIT: Just realized this thread is a month old. Apologies for bringing it back to life if a satisfactory answer has already been found.
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No worries! A comment is always welcome! But yes, the more I explore, the better I feel about it!
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Posted by Mr. Bitey
Personally, for me, the nerves are part of the experience. No one wants to be confronted by angry homeless, police, or worse. But that adds to the adrenaline. That feeling when you're back in the car, camera full of epic decay, makes it worth it. There is risk involved, of course. But there is risk just getting out of bed, driving a car, getting on a plane, even going to the movies. Is there not? Fear and nerves are good. They keep you alert. When you get comfortable, you are complacent, and only then are you a risk to yourself. Explore. Enjoy. Live. Stay safe. And have fun!
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^^^So much this!
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Posted by Apollo Mey
But I've always just had bad gut feelings.
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I also think it's good to separate bad gut feelings from nervous anxiety. If you legit have a bad gut feeling, you should probably pay attention but that is different from being nervous or anxious about an explore. 
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I'm always nervous before an explore. I think it's mostly just the getting in part for me. Once inside I can usually relax and enjoy.
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I used to get kinda nervous at first, but that feeling pulled me in. I lost it after about a half-a-year of exploring like every weekend. It's a feeling I wish never went away, for sense of fear-driven performance and the simple novelty of it. But if I felt a little too daunted to think clearly, i'd have a beer and a smoke and i'd be fine.
The day I go exploring, I usually stick my head as far up Urbex's ass as I possibly can. Usually puts the right amount of vigor in me.
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Posted by JokerSpecter
The day I go exploring, I usually stick my head as far up Urbex's ass as I possibly can. Usually puts the right amount of vigor in me.
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Priceless advice.
Who is Urbex?
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Posted by TheDrummer
This. Experience makes it go away. Then you go to a more challenging/risky place and it returns. Then you get used to that. Repeat.
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No fear is never a good thing.
If anything experience teaches you when things seem like you got it made, some kid's mom calls the cops because little Jody mistook your tripod for a 30 odd 6 sniper rifle.
Then you learn what it's like to have a bunch of pissed cops and the same taking you down with a 12 gauge shotgun pointed at your chest.
You learn that the FBI does make unannounced house calls.
You learn that hellholes are everywhere like little hard to find Easter eggs from hell.
You learn that merely light holding onto a metal bracket holding heavy steel pipes is enough to snap the corroded anchor screws holding it.
You learn that sometimes you can outrun a collapsing floor, sometimes not.
You learn self reliance if you meet the challenges.
Just when I thought I was out... they pulled me back in.
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Posted by blackhawk
If anything experience teaches you when things seem like you got it made, some kid's mom calls the cops because little Jody mistook your tripod for a 30 odd 6 sniper rifle.
Then you learn what it's like to have a bunch of pissed cops and the same taking you down with a 12 gauge shotgun pointed at your chest.
You learn that the FBI does make unannounced house calls.
You learn that hellholes are everywhere like little hard to find Easter eggs from hell.
You learn that merely light holding onto a metal bracket holding heavy steel pipes is enough to snap the corroded anchor screws holding it.
You learn that sometimes you can outrun a collapsing floor, sometimes not.
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You honestly should write a book lol. Seems like you have so many good stories that you could write about.
A collection of my explores:
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Posted by und3rlie
You honestly should write a book lol. Seems like you have so many good stories that you could write about.
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Many of them are here.
As for nervousness, start with easy low risk sites. There are lots of these and many are interesting.
Just when I thought I was out... they pulled me back in.
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I am a very nervous person, and it has not gone away in the couple years I've been around here. Use this as an opportunity to push yourself mentally and physically. You may not have anyone to explore with now, but the more you do it, the more likely you could meet someone to explore regularly with.
If you have places in mind you would like to see, go to each one, and try and get in. At one building, you may barely get over the fence but not inside. At another, you'll get to the door, hear some creaking, and bolt. But there will almost certainly be one where the adrenaline and awe will override your anxiety and you'll be inside wandering around.
Don't set your expectations high - you don't need to photograph the biggest industrial complex with maximum security on your first explore. Explore what you see around you and branch from there.
One day I got a good camera.
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