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Failure to Equalize | Lessons for Life

A new diver commits a cardinal sin: ignoring ear pain during descent. Divers should equalize early and often and never brush off ear pain.

How Creating an “I’m Anxious” Signal Changed This Dive Instructor’s Classes

Creating an anxiety signal reduced the number of students bolting to the surface during her pool sessions, especially when practicing the mask-clearing skill.

What It's Like to be a Professional Mermaid

Linden Wolbert shares what it takes to work as a merperson, including her career trajectory, fitness routine and daily tasks. (Spoiler alert: No two days are the same.)

ASK DAN: How Do I Avoid Mask Squeeze?

Just as you must equalize the pressure in your sinuses and middle ears, you must also equalize the pressure in your mask as you descend.

The Dos and Don'ts of Scuba Diving with Asthma

Diving with asthma has its own risks, but it’s not impossible. Speak with a dive doctor and consider these tips.

What is a PADI Drift Diver Course?

Learn how to deal with these water conditions and the "live boat" above.

How to Use a White-Balance Card for Taking Underwater Videos

A professional photographer breaks down a simple (but often forgotten) part of taking beautiful videos underwater.

Getting Altitude Dive Certified in Guatemala’s Lake Atitlan

Experience the novelty of diving at altitude in a wetsuit in this small Guatemalan town against a backdrop of dramatic volcanoes.

Panic Flow | Lessons for Life

A technical diver cannot be resuscitated after he rejects alternate air sources to address a free-flowing regulator.