Sabang Beach during low tide in the evening.
I did my fourth confined water teaching presentation today which was on buddy breathing. It went just as well as the others and in fact I got a consistent 4 out of 5 for all my confined water presentations. My instructor Warren said he’s never seen that before. Additionally, I did several Divemaster circuit skills in pool which generally went well too. In the afternoon Warren talked about Business Principles for the Dive Professional and about the Divemaster class.
The stress from my lack of sleep and low confidence in certain things was seriously getting to me. It concerned me so much I actually looked online on how to reduce it and manage it. I learned about breathing and mental techniques. I’m open to try anything. I’m beginning to think that my stress is negatively affecting my performance doing skills. I set out to prepare the best I can and renew my thinking that whatever I do will be my best efforts. Whatever happens will happen, and to not worry. I used to think this way before but have forgotten about it over time.
Relaxing and enjoying the view from the Point bar.
Later in the evening I just hung out at the Point bar for a beer and to relax and watch the sunset. I have to admit, I already felt much better just sitting there and mentally enjoying the calm ocean. Tonight I also wanted to get enough sleep because I think my late nights contributed to my stress.
- jason
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