Benefits of Scuba Diving


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The benefits of scuba diving are multiple and this is why its a growing activity in India for adventure enthusiasts. It has more than just an Adrenalin rush to convey. Here are just a few ways in which scuba diving can deliver the antidote to life’s ups and downs.

Promotes wholesome relaxation

Assuming you’re not jumping into the sardine run for a thrill-seeking challenge, the underwater world has a wonderfully calming effect on the mind. For many divers, the ocean is a go-to destination for escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It’s a soothing place where buzzing phones, over-flowing in-trays and domestic worries feel a million miles away. Your mind focuses on marine life, corals and colours. If you want to take your inner peace to the next level, try giving underwater meditation a go on your next dive.

Making human connections

Join up with your buddy, share dive stories with the other guests or impress non-divers with your exciting tales from the ocean, scuba diving is a sure-fire way to explore common interests and forge connections with those around you.

Teaching is its own reward

As those who have progressed their diving to professional ratings will know, it’s incredibly satisfying to teach other people to dive. The look on a student’s face when they first descend, spot their first turtle, or finally nail that buoyancy control is priceless. All PADI® Pros know the feel-good factor that comes with helping someone overcome their fear, or setting them off on their career path. Becoming a PADI Instructor can bring massive reward for divers who want to give back to a sport they’re passionate about.

Accomplish a higher purpose

If you pair up your diving skills with a higher purpose, then you’ll know that you are helping to protect the ocean for generations to come. This could be interesting opportunities like cleaning up marine debris, or rescuing marine life etc. Not only is that an awesome thing to do for planet Earth, it’s undoubtedly going to make you feel great about yourself too.

Education

Every time we kit up and jump into the water, we’re learning – and not just when we complete our PADI courses. Every minute spent below the waves is an opportunity to discover new marine life, explore new wrecks, hone our photography skills. You could even soak up inspiration and advice from your buddy. By learning, we’re stretching and enriching our minds – and that’s a fast-track way to feeling on top of the world.

Original article: Sourced from blog @ PADI.com