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SH105: Mistakes are good- learning from mistakes is sometimes better than getting it right
In this episode, we discuss why mistakes are a valuable part of the learning process, especially in scuba diving training. While most instru…
1 year, 8 months ago
SH104: Communication- What stops people speaking up?
In this episode, we explore the challenges of effective communication and the barriers that often lead to misunderstandings and conflicts. W…
1 year, 8 months ago
SH103: The Dunning Kruger effect- Incompetent (or Competent?!) and Unaware
In this episode, we explore the Dunning-Kruger effect, a cognitive bias where people with limited skills or knowledge in a particular area t…
1 year, 8 months ago
SH102: Decision Making- How do we explain our decisions to others?
In this episode, we explore the challenges of explaining decisions to others, especially when they don’t share the same knowledge or experie…
1 year, 8 months ago
SH101: Running out of gas- Why does this happen and how can we prevent it?
In this episode, we discuss a personal diving incident where I ran out of gas underwater—a situation that could have been fatal but wasn't d…
1 year, 9 months ago
SH100: Illusory Truth Effect
In this episode, we explore the illusory truth effect, where repeated information, even if false, can become ingrained in our beliefs. This …
1 year, 9 months ago
SH99: Standards- why do we have them and what can we do if someone breaks them?
In this episode, we dive into the issue of diving standards and safety, particularly how some instructors may not follow proper procedures, …
1 year, 9 months ago
SH98: How do novices know what questions to ask?
In this episode, we explore the importance of experience in diving and how it shapes decision-making and problem-solving. Experience helps d…
1 year, 9 months ago
SH97: Survival instinct: Reaction to stress
In this episode, we explore how divers can manage extreme stress in life-threatening situations. While technical skills and knowledge are vi…
1 year, 9 months ago
SH96: What do we mean by experience?
In this episode, we discuss the concept of experience in diving and how it goes beyond simply logging a certain number of dives. True experi…
1 year, 9 months ago