Beneath the Surface: How Scuba Diving Taught Me to Breathe, Slow Down, and Be Present
Earlier this year, I did something I never imagined I could. I went scuba diving. Not just in theory — but in the open waters of the Dominican Republic, fully geared up, descending into an underwater world that would forever change how I see life. The Journey Begins My scuba diving journey started far from the ocean, right in the middle of my city. I signed up for beginner lessons with a mix of curiosity and nerves. From the start, it was… rough. My body didn’t want to cooperate. I couldn’t stay still, couldn’t get my balance, and more than once, I ended up flopping around like a fish out of water. The skills I had to learn were challenging, but they became powerful metaphors — for life, not just diving. Let me break down two of the most important ones: 1. Navigation Scuba navigation isn’t just about finding your way — it’s about remembering where you began. Whether using a compass or landmarks, you measure time and distance to know how long the return journey will take. It’s a skill...