Diving entered my life as a profound source of solace, filling voids that I had long sought to mend, especially as a US Navy veteran. It is in the depths of the water that I discovered the tranquility I had been yearning for. My wife Mineli, an instructor herself, is the most significant catalyst for my love of diving. There is a level of closeness that can only be achieved when you put your life in someones hands. The lessons derived from diving extend far beyond the underwater world, serving as valuable metaphors for life. It reminds us that the effort we invest directly correlates with the rewards we receive. It underscores the notion that we do not typically ascend to the height of our expectations; rather, we descend to the level of our training