Unable to learn swimming Hi all, I was thinking to learn swimming, but I’ve realized my issue might be deeper than just being a beginner. When I was a kid, I got briefly submerged underwater (3–5 seconds) while playing at a beach, and since then I’ve had a strong fear related to water and breathing. Now even thinking about putting my face underwater increases my heart rate and if I try something simple like blowing bubbles, I panic almost immediately. I feel like I’m losing control of my breathing, even though logically I know I’m safe I also think this might be connected to mild claustrophobia. If I feel physically restricted (like not being able to move my arms/legs), I start panicking and even something like being tightly held can trigger that feeling if I can’t move freely. What’s confusing is that I know I’m not in danger and I can control my breathing outside water but my body still reacts strongly anyway.…