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> It connects us to something deep with carry inside ourselves as we all evolved from water. Could you elaborate on this? I'm not seeing the logical connection

> It connects us to something deep with carry inside ourselves as we all evolved from water. Could you elaborate on this? I'm not seeing the logical connection.

freediver 5y ago
To give an example of this connection from a standpoint of science, it is well documented that simply emerging your face in the water triggers something called a "mammalian diving reflex". What this reflex does is basically automatically slow down your heart rate as soon as your face is submerged, as the body prepares to conserve oxygen for the expected dive. Very useful! Now, it is no surprise that aquatic mammals like seals and dolphins have this, but it very curious that humans have it too! More on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diving_reflex https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diving_reflex https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infant_swimming https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infant_swimming
steve_adams_86 5y ago
I think one of the most exciting ways to make the connection is to experience free diving. It's somewhat surreal as you connect all the dots - your body is excellent in water, far beyond what could be described as coincidental. Without much practice, you learn to do things with muscles you didn't know you had, regulate air pressure, calm your nerves, etc. You get to connect with a part of your biology that is often totally overseen in regular life. And the experience is quite beautiful. It's really like visiting another world, to me. It's almost elating to describe. Being in the sea, quiet, relaxed, taking it all in - there's nothing I crave more, really. If it's snowing and the water is 4°C, I'll still hop in. It's invariably worth the time.
db48x 5y ago
It’s a nonsense statement; it has no logic or meaning.
- nefitty 5y ago
  The concepts of genetic memory and epigenetics are of actual research interest. I don't think you needed to respond so rudely when the parent commenter was sharing sincere thoughts. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_memory_(psychology) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_memory_(psychology)

> It connects us to something deep with carry inside ourselves as we all evolved from water. Could you elaborate on this? I'm not seeing the logical connection.

freediver 5y ago

To give an example of this connection from a standpoint of science, it is well documented that simply emerging your face in the water triggers something called a "mammalian diving reflex". What this reflex does is basically automatically slow down your heart rate as soon as your face is submerged, as the body prepares to conserve oxygen for the expected dive. Very useful! Now, it is no surprise that aquatic mammals like seals and dolphins have this, but it very curious that humans have it too! More on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diving_reflex https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diving_reflex https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infant_swimming https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infant_swimming

steve_adams_86 5y ago

I think one of the most exciting ways to make the connection is to experience free diving. It's somewhat surreal as you connect all the dots - your body is excellent in water, far beyond what could be described as coincidental. Without much practice, you learn to do things with muscles you didn't know you had, regulate air pressure, calm your nerves, etc. You get to connect with a part of your biology that is often totally overseen in regular life. And the experience is quite beautiful. It's really like visiting another world, to me. It's almost elating to describe. Being in the sea, quiet, relaxed, taking it all in - there's nothing I crave more, really. If it's snowing and the water is 4°C, I'll still hop in. It's invariably worth the time.

db48x 5y ago

It’s a nonsense statement; it has no logic or meaning.

nefitty 5y ago
The concepts of genetic memory and epigenetics are of actual research interest. I don't think you needed to respond so rudely when the parent commenter was sharing sincere thoughts. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_memory_(psychology) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_memory_(psychology)