Why do I feel more comfortable swimming in the ocean when the water is dirty than when it is somewhat clean?
It seems that when the water is cloudier and I can't see my arms; I don't think about what else could be in the water. But when I can see a little bit, I get nervous about sharks and sea lions and other fun things that might bump into me.
Probably everyone has their comfort levels set based on all kinds of things--maybe experience or maybe what you heard as a kid or any number of things. A friend of mine CANT' STAND murky water. It's probably as unnerving to her as clear water is to you. Me, I'm not sure. Do I want to see the potential denizen of the deep in time to (ha!) possibly escape? Or do I want to have my last moments (in case escape turns out to be impossible) spent in stress-free blissful ignorance. ;)
Note to self: include shark repellant in swim bag next time....
Probably everyone has their comfort levels set based on all kinds of things--maybe experience or maybe what you heard as a kid or any number of things. A friend of mine CANT' STAND murky water. It's probably as unnerving to her as clear water is to you. Me, I'm not sure. Do I want to see the potential denizen of the deep in time to (ha!) possibly escape? Or do I want to have my last moments (in case escape turns out to be impossible) spent in stress-free blissful ignorance. ;)
Note to self: include shark repellant in swim bag next time....
