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Killing the Phobia of Travelling by Water

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One of the challenges of water transportation mode in Lagos state has been linked to phobia for water. It was established in one of my post last year that 90% people residing in Lagos state can not swim due to phobia for water. Most people are acrophobia but they still travel by air. Safety in water transportation can be liken to that of air transportation. Today I will be sharing with you eight tips to kill that hydrophobia and encourage you to travel by water * Reconfigure your mind and believe that water transportation is the safest of all mode of transportation. * On your first trip, be in company of a friend or people who are used to traveling by water. * Wear a life jacket and ensure it is worn properly * Do not panic while on board * Listen to the Deckhands and Captains instructions * Ask questions * Travel by water transportation mode again * Take a course in swimming Swimming and water survival skills are not difficult to learn. Many cultures (especially Ogu ...