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Diving With Claustrophobia
Scuba diving immerses you in a vibrant, underwater realm filled with breathtaking beauty. Yet, for some, diving stirs a different feeling: the intense discomfort of claustrophobia. Diving with claustrophobia brings valid questions, as well as raising areas where lack of… Continue reading
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Why Is Clearing a Scuba Mask So Difficult? Uncover the Challenges and Solutions
Understanding Why Water Enters Your Scuba Mask One of the primary reasons water enters a scuba mask is due to improper fit. A mask that doesn’t form a proper seal against your face will allow water to seep in. This… Continue reading
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I’m concerned I could run out of air scuba diving, should I get a spare supply?
This is a common question I hear from people who have experienced a distressing problem while diving and from (usually novice) divers who are anxious about how long their air will last. It can also be connected to concerns about… Continue reading
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How can I use less air when scuba diving?
Six areas you can change to help use less air when scuba diving Below are six areas that influence what you do, and your experience as a diver. Click on the area to read more about changes you can make… Continue reading
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Nervous before scuba diving, what should I do?
It is not unusual to be nervous before scuba diving, especially if you are new or just learning. It can also happen if you’ve had a break or are taking on a new challenge. Being excited, nervous or apprehensive about… Continue reading
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Why am I freaking out when scuba diving, for no reason?
Freaking out when scuba diving is understandable As a new scuba diver, it is not unusual to get a bit freaked out at some point. It can happen during training, or maybe not till 10, 20, 50 … dives in.… Continue reading
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Struggling to learn to scuba dive, should I tough it out?
Divers frequently talk to me about the difficulties they have had with anxieties in scuba diving. Struggling to scuba dive in training is not unusual. Once, I talked to a woman who had not managed to complete her open water… Continue reading
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Why do I feel panicky when descending underwater?
You know that you want to go scuba diving, and put a lot of time and effort into getting ready for the dive. You were excited about getting back under the water and looking forward to what you might see.… Continue reading
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How can I get more comfortable with the scuba diving mask skills?
Your ability to flood and clear, or remove and replace your mask is an important part of being a scuba diver, and essential to be a calm, safe diver. However, these scuba mask skills are sometimes a bit of a… Continue reading
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Why do I panic underwater?
Because your mind and body sense a threat We are underwater. We would not survive long without our scuba equipment. Experiencing emotions like anxiety and fear is perfectly normal. These emotions are our signals to detect problems. But anxiety can… Continue reading
