Close your eyes Quote by Simon Pridmore
““Find a quiet space where you can be alone and focus on the dive ahead. Slow your heartbeat, establish a deep breathing rhythm, close your eyes or gaze out on to the ocean. Get yourself into a nice peaceful zone. Put away any thoughts circling around your mind concerning other aspects of your life, particularly areas where there is something negative going on. You are going diving; there is nothing you can do about anything that is happening in your surface existence while you are underwater.””
About This Quote
Source Guided meditation script, 2021, diving preparation workshop
The speaker advises creating a calm mental state before diving, focusing on breath, eliminating distractions, and accepting lack of control over surface events.
In simple terms: Calm your mind, breathe, and focus on the dive.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindfulness before high‑risk activities.
Themes
mindfulness
focus
preparation
stress management
Mood
peaceful
focused
reassuring
Type
self‑help
instructional
wellness
When to use this quote
- sports training
- diving courses
- stress reduction
- performance coaching
Key Concepts
meditation
breathing techniques
mental readiness
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental habits help you stay present?
- How can you quickly regain calm in stressful moments?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult for those with anxiety disorders.
