Anyone else really nervous in the beginning?

[curiousdiver88]

I also feel much more relaxed at a shallow depth! I find that you don't need to go deep to see a lot of cool stuff!

 

[BumbleV]

Happens to a lot of divers. I recommend you pick something on the bottom and focus on it. Remember to equalize, but just start looking at that rock and what kind of life is there. Anxiety will melt away. Also, maybe refresh on the technical aspects of diving. How it affects your body and mental functions. Understanding this and trusting your equipment may also relieve anxiety. Breathe, just like you are doing yoga.

 

[happy-diver]

Breathe, just like you are doing yoga.

Is this your technique?

I've nodded off underwater on numerous occasions