5 YR OLD Scuba Dives with GREAT WHITE SHARKS in Mexico
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Date: 2019-11-25
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Comments and reviews: 9
Sarah H
I feel like this video crosses the line from bravery into recklessness. scuba diving on its own is already risky enough, especially for an uncertified five year old (though in fairness the fact that they used surface-supplied air lessens the risk, but expecting a five year to remember how to deal safely with pressure changes is still a tall order. Theres a reason why the minimum legal age to scuba dive in most places is 10. And add in the fact that theyre cage-diving with sharks when that five year old clearly doesnt fully understand the importance of keeping his arms and legs inside the cage means that this is, at least in my opinion, beyond what could be considered a reasonable risk. Obviously this worked out fine for them this time, and obviously they have a right to make their own parenting decisions, but I feel like they shouldnt be glorifying this sort of high-risk behavior to millions of viewers. People can and do die scuba diving, especially when they arent properly trained and certified. And while shark attacks are generally exceptionally rare, chummed cage diving is known to alter normal shark behavior in potentially dangerous ways (hence why it was banned in Western Australia. In fact, there are a lot of experts who believe that the cage-diving industry might be harmful to both sharks, humans, and the environment. Children who are too young to truly appreciate the risks and potential consequences involved in these activities shouldnt be allowed in these situations. And while Im sure Ill get accused of parent-shaming for this comment, I think its important to remember that these people arent just parents, they are also influencers with a large platform. As a result, they have a responsibility to be careful about what sorts of behavior they promote to their followers.
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I feel like this video crosses the line from bravery into recklessness. scuba diving on its own is already risky enough, especially for an uncertified five year old (though in fairness the fact that they used surface-supplied air lessens the risk, but expecting a five year to remember how to deal safely with pressure changes is still a tall order. Theres a reason why the minimum legal age to scuba dive in most places is 10. And add in the fact that theyre cage-diving with sharks when that five year old clearly doesnt fully understand the importance of keeping his arms and legs inside the cage means that this is, at least in my opinion, beyond what could be considered a reasonable risk. Obviously this worked out fine for them this time, and obviously they have a right to make their own parenting decisions, but I feel like they shouldnt be glorifying this sort of high-risk behavior to millions of viewers. People can and do die scuba diving, especially when they arent properly trained and certified. And while shark attacks are generally exceptionally rare, chummed cage diving is known to alter normal shark behavior in potentially dangerous ways (hence why it was banned in Western Australia. In fact, there are a lot of experts who believe that the cage-diving industry might be harmful to both sharks, humans, and the environment. Children who are too young to truly appreciate the risks and potential consequences involved in these activities shouldnt be allowed in these situations. And while Im sure Ill get accused of parent-shaming for this comment, I think its important to remember that these people arent just parents, they are also influencers with a large platform. As a result, they have a responsibility to be careful about what sorts of behavior they promote to their followers.
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J R
I Love your family, thank you so much for all your sharings, knowledge/ experiences/. realness. Your videos and, what it seems, ways of family life have been light and joy, and very inspiring for me, especially during challenging times. Always looking foward to the next video. :)Thank you. Ps. Now, food for thought. I think you guys are great at sensitizing our society regarding kindness, diversity, culture, respect, generosity, courage, and so on, etc. that is Priceless. Decreasing our daily waste is one of many ways, favorable, in protecting our brilliant planet. It needs it so much, now and yesterday. Again, by curiosity, what do you guys think about airplanes waste's, each and every flight, contribution towards climate change? Through scientific research, airplanes' waste statistics are very impressive, and not in a good way. Scary to think of. It's such a learning curve adapting to a more sustainable and green life. But one thing at a time, that's what's important. :)Take care.
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I Love your family, thank you so much for all your sharings, knowledge/ experiences/. realness. Your videos and, what it seems, ways of family life have been light and joy, and very inspiring for me, especially during challenging times. Always looking foward to the next video. :)Thank you. Ps. Now, food for thought. I think you guys are great at sensitizing our society regarding kindness, diversity, culture, respect, generosity, courage, and so on, etc. that is Priceless. Decreasing our daily waste is one of many ways, favorable, in protecting our brilliant planet. It needs it so much, now and yesterday. Again, by curiosity, what do you guys think about airplanes waste's, each and every flight, contribution towards climate change? Through scientific research, airplanes' waste statistics are very impressive, and not in a good way. Scary to think of. It's such a learning curve adapting to a more sustainable and green life. But one thing at a time, that's what's important. :)Take care.
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Inga Sorensena
well. I did not expect it, but this video made me so emotional (managed to cry, have a big smile and urge to be proud of those kiddos, especially Manila whose floating in the water combined with the music just hit my heart. As a parent to see your children succeed and embrace the unknown by overcoming uncertainty is almost more enjoyable then your own achievements. My 6 year old daughter and 4 year old son may not swim with the great white sharks in Mexico, but they for sure bring me the same emotions within our own environment and this is where I relate to your journey and it resonates with me. Bonus points for the choice of the Little red riding hood song edited for Dorothy's personality enhancement: -)
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well. I did not expect it, but this video made me so emotional (managed to cry, have a big smile and urge to be proud of those kiddos, especially Manila whose floating in the water combined with the music just hit my heart. As a parent to see your children succeed and embrace the unknown by overcoming uncertainty is almost more enjoyable then your own achievements. My 6 year old daughter and 4 year old son may not swim with the great white sharks in Mexico, but they for sure bring me the same emotions within our own environment and this is where I relate to your journey and it resonates with me. Bonus points for the choice of the Little red riding hood song edited for Dorothy's personality enhancement: -)
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Anke
Very cool New Years resolution So good of you to do this with your reach and following. Really think (and hope) a lot of people will get inspired by you. I try to use less plastic too. Together we can make the world a little bit better with less waste Nobodys perfect but if we all try and be a bit better we can make a big difference We just had our first baby and want to show her the world and teach her about animals and enjoy nature So looking forward to her being bigger so we can share all these experiences. On the other hand I hope she stays this small forever; ) Have a great day Anke from Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Very cool New Years resolution So good of you to do this with your reach and following. Really think (and hope) a lot of people will get inspired by you. I try to use less plastic too. Together we can make the world a little bit better with less waste Nobodys perfect but if we all try and be a bit better we can make a big difference We just had our first baby and want to show her the world and teach her about animals and enjoy nature So looking forward to her being bigger so we can share all these experiences. On the other hand I hope she stays this small forever; ) Have a great day Anke from Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Ingeborg van Beek
I've been watching quiet a time now, and wowww The experience that the both of you give to your children they will never forget the time spend together in the Ocean with their mam, dad en siblings. I wanted to go gage diving with White sharks for as long as I can remember, shame that I can't dive anymore to make my dream come true. I think your children learn more of the world that they would do at school. Keep going and thumbs up
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I've been watching quiet a time now, and wowww The experience that the both of you give to your children they will never forget the time spend together in the Ocean with their mam, dad en siblings. I wanted to go gage diving with White sharks for as long as I can remember, shame that I can't dive anymore to make my dream come true. I think your children learn more of the world that they would do at school. Keep going and thumbs up
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whateverjude
I don't understand this. You're such great nature lovers but still support this. People feeding sharks just so other people can have fun. I saw a docu when I was younger, maybe 20 years ago, that this is fing up the ecosystem so much. (I thought these kind of things were forbidden a long time ago. I am leaving this video very confused and start to think that you really do it for the money.
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I don't understand this. You're such great nature lovers but still support this. People feeding sharks just so other people can have fun. I saw a docu when I was younger, maybe 20 years ago, that this is fing up the ecosystem so much. (I thought these kind of things were forbidden a long time ago. I am leaving this video very confused and start to think that you really do it for the money.
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ellie jobe
I am a huge fan of your family but I need to put you away for a long time. Do you realize it takes only a minute for a tragedy to happen, blink of an eye? I have seen you take chances with your kids before & I have cringed but never said a word but this is another story. I won't watch your family again.
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I am a huge fan of your family but I need to put you away for a long time. Do you realize it takes only a minute for a tragedy to happen, blink of an eye? I have seen you take chances with your kids before & I have cringed but never said a word but this is another story. I won't watch your family again.
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Katie •
Could you imagine their Christmas card photos Each year AhhhHThis got me thinking of what I was afraid of at 7. cooties catching cooties from boys. lol As much as I want to be born into the Gee fam the requirement is high to be a brave soulPs they need to weld a bar or pole in the center of the cage
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Could you imagine their Christmas card photos Each year AhhhHThis got me thinking of what I was afraid of at 7. cooties catching cooties from boys. lol As much as I want to be born into the Gee fam the requirement is high to be a brave soulPs they need to weld a bar or pole in the center of the cage
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heba Youssef
I'm really curious to see what Manilla, Dorothy and Cali will be when they grow up. With all these amazing and extraordinary experiences they have had, and will have, I'm sure they'll be people who make great contributions to the planet, and all the people and creatures living on it.
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I'm really curious to see what Manilla, Dorothy and Cali will be when they grow up. With all these amazing and extraordinary experiences they have had, and will have, I'm sure they'll be people who make great contributions to the planet, and all the people and creatures living on it.
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