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I got certified 7 years ago and did 5 dives around that time. On the last dive for some reason I was wasn't feeling well, got nervous, and managed to gulp up all my air. It was not a safety issue. I recognized what was happening, surfaced under control, and got back to the boat with no problems. By the time I got there though my tank was almost empty. The divemaster wasn't happy but it wasn't really an issue. He just said to be more careful next time.
I haven't dived since - not because I was afraid (really), the opportunity just didn't present itself. Until now. I'm going to Cancun in April and going to dive there. I've already scheduled a refresher before I go. But I just keep thinking back to that dive and don't want to get nervous and burn through my air too quickly. I want to relax and enjoy the diving.
So my question is: how can I make myself confident and relaxed so I won't start worrying and therefore burn my air too fast? What are some suggestions from the more experienced divers here?
I haven't dived since - not because I was afraid (really), the opportunity just didn't present itself. Until now. I'm going to Cancun in April and going to dive there. I've already scheduled a refresher before I go. But I just keep thinking back to that dive and don't want to get nervous and burn through my air too quickly. I want to relax and enjoy the diving.
So my question is: how can I make myself confident and relaxed so I won't start worrying and therefore burn my air too fast? What are some suggestions from the more experienced divers here?