From birth, man carries the weight of gravity on his shoulders. He is bolted to earth. But man has only to sink beneath the surface and he is free.

-Jacques-Yves Cousteau

It’s no surprise that water can have positive effects on our mood. Swimming underwater gives us a quiet that we can’t get anywhere else. Our bodies become free and light. Like a womb, we can feel safe and nurtured. A warm bath can have the same calming effect. So next time you’re looking for something comforting, you don’t have to look far. Just head for the water!