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Anxiety is surprisingly easy to manage. (Disclaimer: I'm a Psychologist who has experienced anxiety problems throughout my life).
Scuba is a wonderful activity for this, as the bulk of anxiety management boils down to breathing. Breathing slowly. Focusing on exhalation. Drawing each breath slowly. Consider a Yoga class or brief treatment with someone who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral therapy. This is a skill, just as much as clearing your mask or ditching/reassembling your gear under water. Practice will yield confidence.
Don't worry that your first open water dives will end quickly. You will improve. Drift dives are the best. Just establish your buoyancy, assume the flying squirrel position, and let the current do the work while you take in the beautiful underwater world! Keep us posted on your progress. This hobby can definitely be for you.
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