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One Dive at a Time

Rob Andersonaquaticawakening.com
Combining scuba diving, mental health, and veteran issues, this show is with Rob Anderson, the founder of Neptune Warrior, a 501 (c ) 3 Non Profit Organization whose focus is on healing heroes one dive at a time. You will find an array of topics to help heal, inform, and grow through the discipling of scuba diving and coaching.

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Episodes

Episode 20: Compass as a Metaphore

I'm a big believer in the ability to navigate underwater. But the compass has much more to offer when we use it as metaphor for navigating life's challenges in our way to finding confidence, healing, and direction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 202218 min

Episode 19: Jenna Talks Diving and Therapy from a Practitioner View

Tracking this young lady down for an interview is like winning the lottery! She is a fantastic resource for us. Jenna is a new diver but seasoned mental health specialist. Using her own life experiences and her degree, she brings a fresh perspective to our program. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 03, 202237 min

Episode 18: Antelope Valley Desert Divers

This is a rebroadcast of the meeting Rob had with the oldest dive club in Southern California and his presentation on using diving to help wounded veterans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202240 min

Episode 17: Be Here Now

As we get ready for our first Friday Night Dive in almost two years I wanted to post this podcast to remind our divers as well ad others the Be Here Now and just enjoy the experience. This is a tool I use in my dive coaching to help with mindfulness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21, 202214 min

Episode 16: Discussion with Deputy Matt

One of my favorite people discussing how Neptune Warrior has helped him through dealing with suicide intervention, vintage gear, and what he is doing with diving to help with anxiety, stress, and PTSD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202237 min

Episode 15: Embrace the Suck

In this episode Rob discusses Locus of Control. Locus of control is the degree to which people believe that they, as opposed to external forces, have control over the outcome of events in their lives. How does diving help to overcome this and manage perspectives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 14, 202220 min

Episode 14: Farewell to Ryan

Watching our divers grow nd move on to new adventures is bitter-sweet but we know its part of the process and I wouldn't have it any other way. Ryan has been a cornerstone in this tribe but now he is venturing out to new opportunities in new places. We are sure we will dive again, just not today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 07, 202243 min

Episode 12: Bad Ass Diver Discussion

Talking wit the absolute best of the best in Neptune Warrior. Only four divers have earned the Bad Ass Diver tab, an extensive program that involves skills, certifications, knowledge, and expanding both their own personal dive ability but improving the sport itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 202139 min

Episode 11: How Diving Improves Your IQ

In this episode I discuss how diving helps IQ and EQ. Here are the resources you can check out- Pulled from some great sources to do your own research Original article: https://neptunedivers.wordpress.com/2016/11/05/how-diving-improves-iq/ The Beneficial Effects of Short-Term Exposure to Scuba Diving on Human Mental Health https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7579011/ Can scuba diving offer therapeutic benefit to military veterans experiencing physical and psychological injuries as a res...

Dec 23, 202117 min

Episode 10: Ripples

In this podcast, I begin to open up a little. I talk about legacy and the desire to make a difference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 202112 min

Episode 9: Thursday Themed Dives

In this episode I will introduce you to my event coordinator and Training Assistant Brooks and together we will talk about the Thursday Themed Dives that have become popular and pull divers out of the woodwork to dive cold water on a Thursday night where the rumor is its "just mud and rocks" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 202125 min

Episode 8: Using SCUBA for Grounding Techniques

My work with Neptune Warrior and in private instruction and coaching means I will work with divers who struggle with anxiety either in the water or just in everyday life. Here is one of the techniques I use in the water and on dive sites to teach and promote the skill of grounding. In my own struggle with trauma this was a highly valuable lesson. Affirmations: I can solve 90% of my problems as long as I have air so for now I am going to breathe as I work my way through this process. As long as I...

Dec 15, 202114 min

Episode 7: The Eight Dimensions of Wellness

I was going to drop this one on Friday but just couldn't wait. I'm trying to balance the need to get this info out there with the discipline to create a good show and drop the podcast on a specific day of the week. I promise to get o a schedule and to keep improving the show. I was formally introduced to this idea last week, Since then I've been going through our programs and training to ensure this is a part of everything we do for our vets. In this podcast I discuss a few of the ways we addres...

Dec 14, 202115 min

Episode 6: Interview with Purple Heart Recipient and Diver Ryan

Diving changes the lives of veterans and its been a blast watching Ryan grow in his skills as a diver and his ability to cope with the world. I've had a blast getting to know Ryan the past few years and sharing many dive sites with him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 202123 min

Episode 4: Joey's Story

Rob talks about one of the success stories of Neptune Warrior Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 20219 min

Episode 3: Reinventing Idaho’s Dive Community

Idaho is not at the top of the list for dive destinations, yet Neptune Warrior and Boise Scuba Center in Meridian, Idaho, are bringing divers out every week to participate in their Ultimate Diving Challenge and theme-based dives. Great article about us doing this in NAUI Sources magazine https://blog.naui.org/reinventing-idahos-dive-community/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 202110 min

Episode 2: SIT by the Pit

On prescribed Friday evenings we gather our dive tribe for a special event, SIT by the Pit. This is our “Surface Interval Time” to decompress, enjoy the company of others, and share our stories (dive related or not). There are a few community norms that are expected. Please bring your own lawn or folding chair. Bring a snack or drink to share OR firewood fo the pit No pups are allowed, we have our own Use the side gate that opens at 7pm. Please do not enter early Please RSVP to confirm attendanc...

Dec 10, 202113 min

Episode 1: The Start of Something New

Welcome to One Dive at a Time. This is the official podcast of Rob Anderson and Neptune Warrior. We are a 501 (c ) 3 dedicated to helping wounded vets, transitioning service members, and local Police, Fire, and EMS professionals dealing with seen and unseen wounds through SCUBA diving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 202113 min
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