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On Quicksand

Avoid frantic movements
one won't sink as much - unless one struggles excessively
squirming creates the suction forces
remove shoes, immediately lighten weight, drop all items, empty pockets
lungs full of air assist in flotation
spread bodyweight to decelerate sink-rate
while being ever mindful that one's movements must not hinder extrication efforts
it is imperative to go slowly! rapid movements only agitate
remain patient: extrication is a slow, methodical process that could take several
years. exhaustion is the worst enemy
so take breaks and just back-float
and then calmly inch to safety

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