Hi Blox
Well maybe the term "BEYOND nervous" was a bit of an exageration
I am not scared to death ..just nervous about what to expect. The main reason I asked the question was because most people here can remember what it felt like the first time they dived and whether it was worse/better than they expected.
I am expecting to feel intimidated by the ocean. I also feel scared that I might panick down there and then want to shoot up to the top! hehe
I also know that there are (obviously) differences in practising in a 8m pool versus diving in a HUGE ocean and small things are going to feel and be much different. I these unkown factors scare me.
Like, will my ears hurt so bad that I can't stand it?
Will my throat get that dry that I want to get out?
Will I have trouble staying with my buddy?
Will I get lost! (Big worry!! haha)
What happens if I feel sea sick
What if I cant get my mask cleared!!?? (battling with this one!)
I am even scared of doing a backroll from the boat!! (even though I have done it from the poolside!)
Overall I am a person who LOVES being in the water but have had some instances happen to me that reminded me of how dangerous and overpowering water can sometimes be. so I think that is where my fear comes from? I know I'll be fine. I just need people to tell me I'll be fine as well!