Bungee Jumping Instructor Helps Tourist Take The Leap, Video Goes Viral With 38 Million Views
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The video captures the woman's hesitation as she prepares to jump, visibly daunted by the height.
A heartwarming video of a Himalayan bungee jump in Rishikesh has gone viral, showcasing the compassionate side of adventure sports. The clip features a staff member patiently guiding a nervous young woman as she prepares to take the leap.
Despite her repeated requests for a moment to compose herself, the staff member's reassuring words fostered trust, ultimately enabling her to jump. This highlights the importance of patience, trust, and empathy in adventure activities, often overshadowed by the focus on adrenaline.
The video captures the woman's hesitation as she prepares to jump, visibly daunted by the height. The staff member responds with calm guidance, instructing her to look up and walk forward without looking down, reassuringly saying, 'Okay, without looking down, just look up and walk. Today is going to be the best part of your life. Let's go, ma'am."
When the woman repeatedly requests more time, he gently tells her, 'One minute does not help you, ma'am. One minute is not going to help you. Let's go." His tone remains firm yet kind throughout the interaction.
He repeatedly reassures her of her safety, saying, 'You are 200% safe here. Everyone is afraid. You are a part of it. But you have to prove yourself."
When the woman expresses her fear of being unable to breathe during the jump, the staff member calmly reassures her, 'Nothing like that will happen. This is all overthinking. You are using your brain here. You don't have to use your brain here. Listen to your heart today."
Encouraged by the staff member, she finally agrees to jump. As he holds her harness securely, he counts down, 'Alright, 3, 2, 1, nice," and she leaps, overcoming her fear amidst cheers from the crew.
The inspiring video has garnered 38 million views on Instagram.
The internet has responded with overwhelming positivity. Many praised the staff member's unwavering support, describing him as a 'coach, counsellor, and friend—all in one."
'That man deserves an award. No drama, no panic—just calm, steady support," one user commented. Another remarked, 'My respect for adventure sports staff just doubled. It's not easy standing at that edge with someone panicking."
Some comments were even more poignant, such as, 'He didn't just help her jump, he helped her believe."
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June 07, 2025, 07:39 IST
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