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since im still new to diving, i know there are more lessons to learn. im not afraid of the water but everytime i dive, i always get nervous and i would immediately want to swim instead. im just really nervous staying underwater for a long time..how do i lose this fear?
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KEEP DIVING! Seek advice from other divers too and find someone whom you really trust when practicing. Learn everything and be familiar with what it is that you really fear. Convince yourself that there's NOTHING to fear about. The technical aspects of diving may be scary at times. The only answerS are: EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION 
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lincoln
Free Diver
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Start by breathing with your face in the water only with your snorkel, w/o mask. Then try doing it again with the regulator, w/o mask. When you're finally at ease, inflate your bcd. Swim around the pool using your regulator and mask on. Also try to watch other divers and see how things look from an observer's view. When you feel comfortable, try to do what you feel are the easier skills that would work for you when breathing underwater.
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Thank you for your encouraging words guys! I really dont know what my problem is. I go down to the bottom of the pool and im fine for a few minutes, then I panic and get nervous! U're right, maybe i need more practice..and trust on the equipment..
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If you are rushing and pressured to get things done quickly, most likely you'll be really scared. It is never natural for human beings to breathe underwater. So its pretty normal to take time to get used to the activity. Try not to keep in your mind that you are underwater or how long you have been staying there. Instead try to stay there a little longer each time you practice!
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